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 111 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 46 reviews)); "Great work environment for young professionals" ((in 31 reviews)); "Friendly coworkers and pleasant students" ((in 26 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 97 reviews)); "Salary was low for the field of work outside of the university" ((in 31 reviews)); "Bad management , people not good also people will not help you" ((in 16 reviews)); "No opportunity to get overtime" ((in 9 reviews)); "The university has a lack of diversity" ((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

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 4.2 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

Feb 27, 2017

It's What You Expect

K-state it help desk student consultant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Flexible with class schedule and extracurricular activities for the most part. Don't have to drive to work.

Cons

Messing up at work there can get you expelled, suspended, etc.

Kansas State University Response

9y

Thank you for your review! We're glad to hear you had a good experience, and were able to work around your class schedule.

4.0

Feb 22, 2017

Crew Member

Crew member

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good learning experience. Starting spot for sports broadcast interests. Attend sporting events.

Cons

Weekends, Late nights.Cannot be a fan of the sports.

Kansas State University Response

9y

K-State has some great sporting events! Thanks for taking the time to write a review.

1.0

Feb 15, 2017

Kramer custodial department

Custodial specialist

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

This is very easy work and you can learn quickly no matter who you are. The health insurance benefits are decent considering.

Cons

This place has terrible management and they couldn't possibly care less about morale and getting things clean correctly. They fail at meeting the health code standards and the management just brushes it off like it's nothing. They don't care about your health relating to mold growing in the dish room or not using sanitizer on certain pots or pans at all yet reading them. If you tell them that you aren't comfortable working with a certain staff member because of harsh working environment between you and said employee they will call you insubordinate and let you go or write you up. Don't stand up for what you believe in because they will tell you that you are unprofessional or once again insubordinate. The management including the director I are all buddy buddy and you can't do go to anyone with concerns because they will tell you they'll handle it and never do anything about it.

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