Kansas State University

Manhattan, KS · Public

Acceptance rate
82%
Average SAT
1,151
ACT midpoint
Enrollment
15,142
In-state tuition
$11,221
Out-of-state tuition
$28,568
Avg net price
$19,406
4-yr grad rate

Test scores

Admitted students score between 1060 and 1260 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).

Popular programs at Kansas State University

Bachelor’s degree programs ranked by Stairway Ranking — a composite letter grade comparing this school’s program against every other school’s in the same major nationally. Ties broken alphabetically.

#ProgramStairway RankingGraduates/yr
1Animal Sciences.238
2Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.224
3Mechanical Engineering.182
4Business Administration, Management and Operations.178
5Finance and Financial Management Services.178
6Nutrition Sciences.163
7Marketing.141
8Physiology, Pathology and Related Sciences.128
9Accounting and Related Services.115
10Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services.114
11Computer and Information Sciences, General.105
12Research and Experimental Psychology.91
13Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services.88
14Agricultural Business and Management.85
15Journalism.82
16Construction Engineering Technology/Technician.69
17Natural Sciences.67
18Biology, General.65
19Air Transportation.56
20Fine and Studio Arts.56

Showing top 20 of 80 programs

Frequently asked questions

What is the acceptance rate at Kansas State University?

Kansas State University has an acceptance rate of 82% according to the most recent U.S. Department of Education data.

What SAT score do I need for Kansas State University?

Admitted students at Kansas State University typically score between 1060 and 1260 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).

How much does Kansas State University cost?

The average net price (after grants and scholarships) at Kansas State University is approximately $19,406 per year.

What is the graduation rate at Kansas State University?

4-year graduation rate data for Kansas State University is not currently published.

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Data: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Last updated 5/1/2026.