It doesn't matter if you ask a longtime professor, recent graduate, passionate alumnus or a fresh-eyed freshman. Pick a member of the K-State community at random and ask him or her what it means to be a Wildcat, and you will most likely get a one-word answer: Family.
- #501 Ranking
- 51 PhDs
- 1,555 Academic Staff
- 20,529 Students
- 1,642 Students (int'l)
- 10,265 Students (female)
- Public Institution Type
Top reasons to study here
- The mission of Kansas State University is to foster excellent teaching, research, and service.
- The university embraces diversity, encourages engagement and is committed to the discovery of knowledge.
- K-Staters consider themselves family, and that belief shines through contributions as diverse as our members.
PhD Programmes
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (14)
- Ph.D. Anatomy and Physiology
- Ph.D. Biochemistry
- Ph.D. Biology
- Ph.D. Chemistry
- Ph.D. Entomology
- Ph.D. Genetics
- Ph.D. Grain Science
- Ph.D. Mathematics
- Ph.D. Microbiology
- Ph.D. Pathobiology
- Ph.D. Physics
- Ph.D. Plant Pathology
- Ph.D. Statistics
Social Sciences (10)
- Ph.D. Agricultural Economics
- Ph.D. Economics
- Ph.D. Geography
- Ph.D. Leadership Communication
- Ph.D. Prevention Science
- Ph.D. Psychology
- Ph.D. Security Studies
- Ph.D. Sociology
Education & Training (8)
- Doctorate Adult Learning and Leadership
- Doctorate Educational Leadership
- Doctorate Leadership in Academic Advising
- Ed.D. Special Education
Engineering & Technology (7)
- Ph.D. Chemical Engineering
- Ph.D. Civil Engineering
- Ph.D. Industrial Engineering
- Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering
- Ph.D. Nuclear Engineering
Medicine & Health (7)
- Ph.D. Anatomy and Physiology
- Ph.D. Human Ecology
- Ph.D. Human Nutrition
- Ph.D. Pathobiology
- Ph.D. Plant Pathology
Applied Sciences & Professions (6)
- Ph.D. Food Science
- Ph.D. Human Nutrition
- Ph.D. Prevention Science
Agriculture & Forestry (5)
- Ph.D. Agricultural Economics
- Ph.D. Agronomy
- Ph.D. Animal Sciences
Business & Management (2)
- Ph.D. Leadership Communication
- Doctorate Personal Financial Planning
Computer Science & IT (2)
- Ph.D. Computer Science
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (2)
- Ph.D. Human Ecology
Arts, Design & Architecture (1)
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports (1)
Humanities (1)
- Ph.D. History
About
History
Kansas State University is a comprehensive, research, land-grant institution serving students and the people of Kansas, the nation, and the world. Since its founding in 1863, the university has evolved into a modern institution of higher education, committed to quality programs, and responsive to a rapidly changing world and the aspirations of an increasingly diverse society.
Education
More 250 undergraduate majors and options, 43 graduate certificates, 73 master's degree programs, 39 doctoral degree programs, 4 educational doctoral programs, an award-winning library, exceptional research facilities, internships, and study abroad opportunities allow students to achieve their academic and career goals.
Research
At Kansas State University, we believe research is more than labs and statistics — it's knowing the right questions to ask. Our expert faculty conduct crucial research in the university's more than 90 research centers. In addition, K-State will work hand-in-hand with the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility, or NBAF, which is being constructed at the university by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Our research efforts bring in more than $150 million a year annually, allowing us to be at the forefront of discovery in areas such as global food systems.
University Ranking
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2023
501
2022
501 -100
2021
401
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2024
851 -50
2023
801
2022
801
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2024
-
2023
801
2022
801
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2024
-
2023
507 -51
2022
456
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Services
Housing services
More than 5,000 students call our campus home. With ten residence halls, a large apartment community, one leadership/scholarship house for women and a house for honors students to choose from, we've got your housing needs covered.
ICT services
The mission of Network and Telecommunications Services is to provide a reliable, secure, high-performance information technology infrastructure for computing, networking and communications in a proactive, collaborative, service-oriented, customer-driven, cost-effective manner in support of the university's teaching, research, and service mission.
Medical services
Kansas State University provides a variety of medical insurance plans, including dental, prescription and vision. In partnership with the State of Kansas, the State Employee Health Plan, or SEHP, we offer health insurance. Various medical plans are available to select from, allowing you to meet the needs of you and your family.
Student Life
Campus life
Kansas State University is a four-campus system that values each piece of the puzzle.
Manhattan: K-State's main campus sits in "The Little Apple," and thrives in its vibrant college-town atmosphere.
Located within the Kansas Bioscience Park, the Olathe campus provides a direct portal linking the university's powerful research capabilities to the Greater Kansas City area and beyond.
Polytechnic: This professional learning environment is built on theory, research and industry application, all within a small campus atmosphere located in Salina, Kansas.
K-State Global Campus is a campus without borders, bringing more than 70 online programs to individuals throughout their lifetime, regardless of location.
Sports facilities
- Sport clubs
Compete with teams from other universities on non-varsity club teams. K-State is home to nearly 30 club teams, including everything from dodgeball to water polo.
- Intramural sports
Play sports you enjoy on campus without the pressure of varsity sports. K-State's intramural program hosts more than 60 individual, dual and team sports. Competition is divided into men's, women's, co-rec and living group divisions.
- K-State athletics
Be part of the best student section in the Big 12 Conference! Learn more about how to purchase your football and men's basketball student pass.
Accreditation
Kansas State University has been continuously accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) of the North Central Association (NCA) of Colleges and Schools since 1916.
Kansas State University Scholarships
Below you will find scholarships for Kansas State University. Distinction can be made between scholarships provided by the University and those provided by independent providers.
Independent provider
Grant
38000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Marshall Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1250 USD
Deadline
15 Oct 2023
Ruth Abernathy Presidential Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
31 Jan 2024
John F. & Anna Lee Stacey Scholarship Fund
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
10 Oct 2023
CouponBirds "Help to Save" Scholarship
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
40000 AUD
Deadline
30 Sep 2023
Aurora Indigenous Education Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
40000 AUD
Deadline
30 Sep 2023
Veterans’ Fund Indigenous Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
40000 AUD
Deadline
30 Sep 2023
Veterans’ Fund Graduate Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
90000 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
World Universities Ramsay Postgraduate Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Anonymous Hope Fund
Merit-based Need-based
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