The W. Frank Barton School of Business offers unparalleled opportunities both in and out of the classroom. From the widest selection of business degrees in Kansas to the real-world experience and industry connections found in our unique urban setting, the Barton School has it all — including AACSB International accreditation in business and accounting — placing us in the top 1 percent of business schools worldwide.
Facilities
As part of Wichita State's Innovation Campus, the Barton School's future includes relocating within the brand new Woolsey Hall, a $60 million state-of-the-art facility. This space will provide even more opportunities and technology for students, faculty and industry to learn, research and work together. wichita.edu/innovation
Global learning
As a Barton School student, you'll be able to gain international perspective while earning credit toward your business degree through our exclusive study abroad connections in countries like Austria, France, Germany, Sweden, China, Spain and others. wichita.edu/studyabroad
Real-world experience
One of the many advantages of a Barton School education is the ability to get hands-on work experience while still going to school.
Wichita State business students have success securing high-profile and prestigious internships, gaining work experience from the likes of Microsoft, Koch Industries, Mayo Clinic and the White House. wichita.edu/appliedlearning
In addition, students involved in the Barton International Group (BIG) have the chance to create innovative business strategies for companies both at home and abroad in places such as Silicon Valley, Malaysia and Taiwan. wichita.edu/big
Professional Edge program
Now you can gain the skills that employers are looking for before you graduate. Professional Edge is a free, noncredit program presented by industry experts that will help you:
- Refine your resume writing and interview skills.
- Learn effective networking and time management.
- Master communication etiquette and professional behaviors.
- Acquire job search strategies and diversity, cross-cultural and global competencies.
Upon completion, participants will receive a certificate and transcript credential. For more information, visit wichita.edu/proedge.
Funding success
Every year the Barton School of Business awards almost $800,000 in annual scholarships, including the prestigious $48,000 Clay Barton Scholarship and two $30,000 Fran Jabara entrepreneurship scholarships. Koch Scholarships are valued from $30,000-45,000. For additional business scholarship information, visit wichita.edu/business.
Wichita State also offers a variety of general scholarships — including freshmen merit scholarships worth up to $24,000 — and other forms of financial aid. For general scholarship information, visit wichita.edu/financialaid.
Degrees
See a complete list of Business degrees.
Learn more
For more information about the W. Frank Barton School of Business, or any of its programs, contact the Barton School Student Success Center at 316-978-3203 or any of the following departments.
School of Accountancy
316-978-3215
Department of Economics
316-978-3220
Department of Finance, Real Estate and Decision Sciences
(finance, information technology and management information systems, real estate)
316-978-3219
Department of Management
(entrepreneurship, human resource management, international business, management)
316-978-3214
Department of Marketing
316-978-3367
Schedule a campus visit today
To discover more about how Wichita State's W. Frank Barton School of Business can help you build a bright future, schedule a campus visit at wichita.edu/visit or call 316-978-3085.