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 108 reviews)); "Good benefits especially if you want to take one class a semester" ((in 70 reviews)); "I work for a research lab and have very flexible hours and for the most part no one micromanages my work." ((in 41 reviews)); "Staff was great to work with and expectations were clear" ((in 28 reviews)); "Great work environment for young professionals" ((in 26 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 93 reviews)); "Salary was low for the field of work outside of the university" ((in 32 reviews)); "Bad management , people not good also people will not help you" ((in 15 reviews)); "The university has a lack of diversity" ((in 8 reviews)); "And for barely over minimum wage, it is not worth it." ((in 8 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

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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

3.0

Oct 15, 2022

Nice place and town

Graduate research assistant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

The professors there are excellent. Very friendly place as well.

Cons

Low salaries, employees are inefficient.

2.0

Oct 12, 2022

Consistent employment, low pay

Integration developer

Recommend

CEO approval

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Pros

Generous benefits - vacation/sick/401k match Less commute, more family time

Cons

Low pay and minimal or no bonus Processes change at glacial pace Hardly any thought to ROI

4.0

Oct 11, 2022

Good Gig for students

Student security analyst

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

You gain valuable experience. Flexible scheduling Remote work Good management

Cons

Underfunded Can be stressful at times

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