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 107 reviews)); "Good benefits especially if you want to take one class a semester" ((in 78 reviews)); "Flexible hours and understanding bosses" ((in 38 reviews)); "Great work environment for young professionals" ((in 34 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 not enough for student life" ((in 90 reviews)); "Low salary and no promotions" ((in 33 reviews)); "Bad management , people not good also people will not help you" ((in 17 reviews)); "The university has a lack of diversity" ((in 9 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.

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 15, 2017

Tutor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Works around your classes Get to meet people Teaching is rewarding You get paid Make your own schedule

Cons

Teaching is hard People are stupid Not paid unless you work Not a lot of hours You have to have at least B or better to tutor in subject

5.0

Feb 15, 2017

Great place to work and learn!

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Awesome faculty, talented peers and overall a very nice place to study and learn.

Cons

None actually. I really like Kansas State University and Manhattan.

Kansas State University Response

7y

Thank you for your response! We are happy to hear you are having a great experience so far working for K-State, and are glad to have you as a part of our family.

5.0

Feb 9, 2017

Resnet Technician

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great work environment. You learn alot.

Cons

No real Cons. Good place.

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