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 112 reviews)); "Good benefits especially if you want to take one class a semester" ((in 68 reviews)); "I work for a research lab and have very flexible hours and for the most part no one micromanages my work." ((in 49 reviews)); "Great work environment for young professionals" ((in 31 reviews)); "Staff was great to work with and expectations were clear" ((in 29 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 96 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 9 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.

Kansas State University reviews

4.1

77% would recommend to a friend

(1,280 total reviews)

Richard B. Myers

62% approve of CEO

60% positive business outlook

Company ratings over time

Ratings trend for the last 6 months (1,280 reviews)

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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).

Reviews by job title

1K reviews

3.0

Feb 5, 2018

Mediocre place to work

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Fairly stable, mediocre benefits package

Cons

Administration is not progressive or beneficial for the future of the university, frequent raise freezes for multiple years.

Kansas State University Response

8y

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Your feedback will be shared with Administration.

5.0

Jan 30, 2018

Great culture at K-State

Graduate teaching assistant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

I worked at Kansas State University as a research and teaching assistant. I enjoyed the working environment and culture in K-State so much. We are all like family members. Go Wildcat!

Cons

Location may be a limitation since Manhattan is a small town and no so close to big cities.

Kansas State University Response

8y

Thank you for the review and for being part of the K-State Family. We agree, K-State has a great environment to work in!

5.0

Jan 26, 2018

work environment

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Friendly and engaging work environment

Cons

needs more shuttle buses

Kansas State University Response

8y

Thank you for leaving a review! We will be sure to filter up your feedback to Administration.

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