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

70% approve of CEO

65% positive business outlook

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3.9

Culture & values

3.8

Diversity & inclusion

3.7

Work/Life balance

3.5

Career opportunities

3.4

Senior management

3.2

Compensation and benefits

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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5.0

Aug 9, 2016

Accountant III

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Pros

Good pay, time off, friendly staff and students.

Cons

Promotion can be limited depending on your field and openings around campus, otherwise a great place to work.

5.0

Aug 8, 2016

Friendly and forward-looking

Programmer i

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Pros

Seeks to do what every ambitious college should do, without being elitist. My peers are generous and helpful and continuous improvement is actively encouraged.

Cons

As a state-funded institution, Kansas State University is subject to the same economic troubles the rest of Kansas is experiencing. This is partially counteracted by prudent budgeting and the strategic pursuit of outside funding; but the shock of repeated cuts is starting to hurt morale and curtail some of the school's plans for growth.

3.0

Aug 1, 2016

Research assistant

Recommend

CEO approval

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Pros

Flexible hours, support furthering your education, easy access to parking, good health benefits and cab earn comp time or overtime pay

Cons

No room for advancement, repetitive work with little room for challenge or changing up the routine. Micromanagement, lack of faith in employees

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