Does Kansas State University pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Kansas State University employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.1 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Kansas State University. This rating has decreased by 9% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Kansas State University?

77% of Kansas State University employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Kansas State University 3.6 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.9 for culture and values and 3.5 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Kansas State University?

Graduate Research Assistant (113) , Graduate Teaching Assistant (84) , Research Assistant (52) , Student Worker (31) , Postdoctoral Fellow (19) , Undergraduate Research Assistant (16) , Assistant Professor (15) , Graduate Student (15) , Student Assistant (15) , Associate Professor (14) , Instructor (13) , GTA Graduate Teaching Assistant (12) , Research Associate (12) , Resident Assistant (12) , Teaching Assistant (12)

What are the pros of working at Kansas State University according to real employee reviews?

"Great people and caring environment that has served as a wonderful home for myself." ((in 109 reviews)); "Good benefits especially if you want to take one class a semester" ((in 71 reviews)); "I work for a research lab and have very flexible hours and for the most part no one micromanages my work." ((in 43 reviews)); "Great work environment for young professionals" ((in 31 reviews)); "Great coworkers who truly care about each other." ((in 27 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Kansas State University according to real employee reviews?

"low pay and not enough for student life" ((in 97 reviews)); "Salary was low for the field of work outside of the university" ((in 35 reviews)); "More opportunities for international learning" ((in 9 reviews)); "The university has a lack of diversity" ((in 8 reviews)); "No room for advancement after graduation." ((in 7 reviews))

What are employees saying about Kansas State University layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Kansas State University layoffs and their outlook for job security at Kansas State University in 2026.

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4.1

77% would recommend to a friend

(1,280 total reviews)

Richard B. Myers

62% approve of CEO

60% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.9

Culture & values

3.7

Diversity & inclusion

3.6

Work/Life balance

3.5

Career opportunities

3.3

Senior management

3.1

Compensation and benefits

Kansas State University has an employee rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars, based on 1,280 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The Kansas State University employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Educación industry (3.7 stars).

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1K reviews

4.0

Jan 28, 2023

Great for part time work as student

Student worker

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Schedule flexibility Staff Work experience

Cons

Pay Lacking efficient inter-departmental communication

5.0

Jan 18, 2023

Most welcoming place to work!

Medical laboratory technician (mlt)

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

I've been here for two months now and this is by far one of the most welcoming places I've ever worked at. Everyone is super nice and helpful and wants you to succeed! The benefits are unmatched and the environment is like no other! 10/10 would recommend!

Cons

At this point in my career at KSU, I don't necessarily have any downsides to working here. My experience here has been amazing thus far and I don't see it changing anytime soon.

5.0

Jan 18, 2023

a review for PhD student

Phd student

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great faulty, good environment, low living cost

Cons

Ranking pool, few local internship

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