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 7% 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 109 reviews)); "Good benefits especially if you want to take one class a semester" ((in 72 reviews)); "Flexible hours and the ability to se your own schedule" ((in 49 reviews)); "Great work environment for young professionals" ((in 32 reviews)); "Friendly coworkers and pleasant students" ((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 95 reviews)); "Low salary and no promotions" ((in 32 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)); "More opportunities for international learning" ((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

Mar 20, 2016

Kansas

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

The departmental involvement and activities were abundant but optional.

Cons

Keeping up and not burning out requires quite some stamina and personal self-awareness.

4.0

Mar 17, 2016

Good place to work

Research assistant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

No one is in rush !

Cons

Harder to compete with other people working here longer but cool place to be here

5.0

Mar 13, 2016

Love working here!

Administrative assistant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

I have only been working at KSU a few weeks and from day one I was always made to feel welcomed and people are always helpful and friendly. I have never felt like the new kid on the block. It's a wonderful place to work and it feels like home!

Cons

Parking spaces at times are a little bit of a challenge.

Kansas State University Response

10y

So glad to hear you have had a positive experience! Thank you for sharing!

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