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 101 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 44 reviews)); "Great work environment for young professionals" ((in 27 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 95 reviews)); "Low salary and no promotions" ((in 31 reviews)); "Bad management , people not good also people will not help you" ((in 16 reviews)); "The university has a lack of diversity" ((in 10 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

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

5.0

Sep 1, 2022

excellent College of Engineering

Associate professor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Kansas State is a great place to work.

Cons

Kansas State has low salaries, but cost of living is low.

5.0

Aug 29, 2022

Good

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great benefits, friendly atmosphere, fun traditions

Cons

Lack of diverse talent combined with an atmosphere that tends to exclude or overlook accomplishments and work of employees of color

3.0

Aug 27, 2022

Great to work

Researcher

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Supervisors are good but the work force is not.

Cons

You will be given 2 months notice before termination

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