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.

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4.2

82% would recommend to a friend

(1,280 total reviews)

Richard B. Myers

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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).

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4.0

Jan 19, 2017

Graduate research assistant

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

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Pros

You get paid a generous stipend and in addition you get the tuition paid for you.

Cons

Long hours are required to complete degrees. Insurance options are not good. Stipend money might not be enough to live alone in the city

5.0

Jan 12, 2017

Great Environment

Mdc consultant

Recommend

CEO approval

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Pros

Flexible schedule, great environment, easily transfer between departments

Cons

I know this was changing before I left but pay the student works more money. It's tough as a college student.

4.0

Jan 11, 2017

Had a great pleasure finishing my Ph.D. degree in K-State

Research assistant

Recommend

CEO approval

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Pros

Beautiful campus, safe environment, friendly people

Cons

Not many job opportunities, too many religious activities

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