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 10% 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 3.7 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.8 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 112 reviews)); "Good benefits especially if you want to take one class a semester" ((in 67 reviews)); "Flexible hours and the ability to se your own schedule" ((in 42 reviews)); "Staff was great to work with and expectations were clear" ((in 30 reviews)); "Great work environment for young professionals" ((in 28 reviews))

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

"Low pay and minimal or no bonus Processes change at glacial pace Hardly any thought to ROI" ((in 95 reviews)); "Low salary and no promotions" ((in 35 reviews)); "Bad management , people not good also people will not help you" ((in 17 reviews)); "The university has a lack of diversity" ((in 8 reviews)); "As great as the opportunity in teaching, there are some problems with that." ((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

(1,278 total reviews)

Richard B. Myers

64% approve of CEO

60% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.8

Culture & values

3.7

Diversity & inclusion

3.7

Work/Life balance

3.5

Career opportunities

3.4

Senior management

3.1

Compensation and benefits

Kansas State University has an employee rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars, based on 1,278 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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3.0

Mar 15, 2017

Administrative Assistant

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Pros

Great benefits working for the State of Kansas, flexible hours depending on job and supervisor.

Cons

Very resistant to change. There have been no raises in years due to the budget situation. The only way to increase pay is to change jobs within the University. They do not practice employee retention unless it is a faculty member. The employee reviews that are used are ineffective. Poor performers are rarely reprimanded or fired which causes good employees to cover more than their share of work.

Kansas State University Response

Thank you for such an insightful review. Here at Kstate we strive to provide a robust benefit package and your feedback is greatly appreciated.

3.0

Mar 4, 2017

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Pros

Good benefits and opportunity to not work summers

Cons

Chaotic environment and often overworked

3.0

Jan 29, 2017

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Pros

Friendly, easy going, people were willing to help

Cons

Out of touch, poor time managment

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