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Newman University
Wichita, Kansas · Private non-profit university · Training programs available:
Address: 3100 McCormick Ave, Wichita, KS 67213 · Phone: (316) 942-4291 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Newman University is a private non-profit trade and career school in Wichita, Kansas, offering radiology/sonography and medical assistant programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, graduates of Newman University carry a median debt of $20,801 and earn a median of $55,041 ten years after entry; the state average completion rate is 57.3%, but Newman's own completion rate is not reported.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Newman University; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and 12.3% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $50,940 | $76,070 | $82,570 |
| Medical assistants | $35,140 | $39,510 | $46,380 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Kansas (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 11 | $44,602 | $45,305 | $17,062 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 6 | $43,928 | $41,205 | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Newman University is a private non-profit university located in Wichita, Kansas, serving a large-city population of about 851 undergraduate students. The school is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, along with program-specific accreditors including the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs, the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology, and the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here because the school participates in Title IV programs. Among its trade-related offerings, Newman awards the most credentials in radiology and sonography programs (11 completions) and medical assistant programs (6 completions), with 17 total trade completers reported.
Federal data shows a state average completion percentage of 57.3%, though how Newman's own completion rate compares to that state average is not reported for this campus in federal data. The completion rate itself is also not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $20,801, and median earnings 10 years after entry were reported at $55,041. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 12.3% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a modest share of lower-income students in the population.
Given its focus on radiology/sonography and medical assistant programs, this campus may suit students pursuing focused clinical or allied-health credentials, though whether these are short certificate programs or longer associate/bachelor's tracks is not detailed in the data provided. Career changers should contact the school directly to confirm program length and format. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcome figures, prospective students can consult the Higher Learning Commission and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Newman University offers radiology & sonography programs and medical assistant programs, with 11 and 6 completions respectively reported in federal data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Newman University is accredited, primarily by the Higher Learning Commission, with additional program-specific accreditation from the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs, the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology, and the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, Newman University participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used to help pay for enrollment.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
Newman's own completion rate and how it compares to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. The state average completion rate is reported as 57.3%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $20,801, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $55,041.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (316) 942-4291 or visit newmanu.edu for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Newman University is a private non-profit school, which typically means tuition revenue is reinvested into the institution rather than distributed to shareholders, though costs can still vary widely.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm program duration for radiology/sonography or medical assistant tracks.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission and review federal outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?155335.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Whether this school suits adult career changers is not directly reported in federal data; the presence of focused allied-health programs like medical assisting and radiology may appeal to career changers, but applicants should confirm scheduling and format with the school.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing or certification requirements after completing these programs are not reported in the data provided; contact the school to ask about credentialing tied to its radiology/sonography and medical assistant programs.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Newman University at (316) 942-4291 or through its website at https://www.newmanu.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby schools offering the same trade programs is not reported in this dataset; use the College Scorecard link to compare outcomes across institutions.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.