Does Kansas State University pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Kansas State University employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.2 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Kansas State University. This rating has decreased by 8% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Kansas State University?

82% 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, 3.9 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 74 reviews)); "I work for a research lab and have very flexible hours and for the most part no one micromanages my work." ((in 47 reviews)); "Great work environment for young professionals" ((in 27 reviews)); "Staff was great to work with and expectations were clear" ((in 27 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 16 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.

Kansas State University reviews

4.2

82% would recommend to a friend

(1,280 total reviews)

Richard B. Myers

70% approve of CEO

65% positive business outlook

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Kansas State University has an employee rating of 4.2 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

4.0

Jul 9, 2017

Barista

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great experience for future employment.

Cons

They pay is minimum wage pay.

Kansas State University Response

8y

Thanks for the review! If your interested in checking out new career opportunities at K-State please visit: http://www.k-state.edu/hcs/jobs/ or for student jobs check out: http://www.k-state.edu/careercenter/

2.0

Jul 6, 2017

Please Read.

Resident assistant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Free Housing, Free Food, Free Utilities; Great for networking. You do get to meet some really great people from all walks of life.

Cons

You don't feel valued for the work that is put in. "Training" isn't anything except arts and crafts with co-workers to determine what characteristics you possess. You are seen as the eyes of Housing and Dining with no true authority to enforce KSU policy (suicides are referred to a different department, drugs are referred to the police, etc.). The big thing is, you are promised a job for leadership experience, networking, and adaptability to the workforce. Besides networking, little to any of this experience is applicable to other organizations and without true authority to initiate reprimands, no leadership experience is gained. You will work inconvenient hours, to a boss who does not care about your schedule or goals, and will expect more from you than what they are willing to do.

Kansas State University Response

8y

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review about your experience. We take feedback and employee experience very seriously, and this review will be shared with the department.

3.0

Jun 24, 2017

Graduate teaching assistant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good community , not many people, nice environment, Konza is great

Cons

isolated in the Midwest

Kansas State University Response

8y

Thank you for taking the time to write a review! Manhattan has a wonderful community, and the Konza has some pretty amazing views. If your ever back in the area check out the below link for more scenic/hiking trails in the area: http://www.manhattancvb.org/60/Trails.

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