Does Kansas State University pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Kansas State University employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.1 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Kansas State University. This rating has decreased by 9% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Kansas State University?

79% 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 108 reviews)); "Good benefits especially if you want to take one class a semester" ((in 68 reviews)); "I work for a research lab and have very flexible hours and for the most part no one micromanages my work." ((in 47 reviews)); "Great work environment for young professionals" ((in 29 reviews)); "Great coworkers who truly care about each other." ((in 26 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 93 reviews)); "Salary was low for the field of work outside of the university" ((in 34 reviews)); "Bad management , people not good also people will not help you" ((in 14 reviews)); "The university has a lack of diversity" ((in 10 reviews)); "No opportunity to get overtime" ((in 9 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

4.1

79% would recommend to a friend

(1,280 total reviews)

Richard B. Myers

64% approve of CEO

62% positive business outlook

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Kansas State University has an employee rating of 4.1 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

Aug 28, 2024

Great Learning Experience

Research assistant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Worked as an undergrad research assistant in the Chemistry Department. Great teamwork and collaboration between students and professors. Overall great experience to learn and help impactful projects.

Cons

Because it was an undergraduate position, the pay was little to none, but that is what was expected at the time.

4.0

Aug 25, 2024

Good student Jobs

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

flexible, enjoyable, healthy environment, overall worth it.

Cons

Working for a company that focuses on students but doesn't always think about its employees.

5.0

Aug 23, 2024

Great place to work as a Student

Usher

Recommend

CEO approval

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Pros

Not a heavy time commitment for someone as busy as myself. The extra money on the side helps me pay for some small things. The job is just overall fun, since I get to be at the performances while I work.

Cons

There is not many downsides to this job, maybe if you don't like working until 10 pm. Most shifts are only 3 hours because you only work during shows.

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