K-State Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 81.69%. Not very selective
- SAT Average: 1170. Average SAT scores, indicating a moderately competitive applicant pool.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $11,221
- Out-of-State Tuition: $28,568
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at K-State:
- Total Enrollment: 20,295, including 3,365 online students
- 15,650 Undergraduate, 4,645 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 46.3% men, 53.7% women.
- This is a large institution, providing extensive academic options and vibrant campus life.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 71%. High graduation rate, indicating strong student support and academic success.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 17%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 86%. Excellent retention, indicating students are satisfied and supported.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 310 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 4 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 122 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
K-State Overview
Kansas State University (K-State) is a four-year, public school located in Manhattan, KS. It is classified as Research University with very high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R1 University comparison page.
The K-State's tuition & fees is $11,221 for Kansas residents and $28,568 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 78% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $9,399.
The school has a total enrollment of 20,295 and the students to faculty ratio is 19 to 1 (5.26%).
K-State's acceptance rate is 81.69% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 27.48%. The median SAT score is 1170 and the ACT score is 23.
K-State ranked 190th in National Universities and 2nd in Kansas Colleges rankings. Kansas State University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Kansas State University is $11,221 for in-state students and $28,568 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $12,089 for in-state students and $25,824 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $11,507 for Kansas residents and $29,340 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $12,400 for Kansas residents and $26,519 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $11,221 | $28,568 |
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| Graduate | $12,089 | $25,824 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $11,507 | $29,340 |
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| Graduate | $12,400 | $26,519 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Kansas State University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at K-State
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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