Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
79.36%
SAT Average
1,149
ACT Range
20-27
Kansas State University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 79.36%. This means approximately 794 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 14,835 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
79.36%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $10,942 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $27,816 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $25,441 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $17,883 | State avg: $15,518. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 19.34% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 36.64% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Kansas State University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$27,816
Room and board
$12,020
Books and supplies
$1,056
Other expenses
$5,268
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$25,441
Average net price
$17,883
Average aid coverage
30%
$7,558 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Kansas State University pays approximately $17,883 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Kansas average of $15,518 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Kansas State University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Kansas and national averages.
Kansas State University net price
$17,883
Kansas average
$15,518
National average
$17,506
Kansas State University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $27,816 and average net price at $17,883. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$27,816
Current net price
$17,883
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
70.47%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$57,262
Undergraduates
14,835
10-Year Median Earnings - Kansas State University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Kansas State University graduates earn about 1.3x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Kansas State University?
Undergraduates
14,835
Completion rate
70.47%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
19.34%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
36.64%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 19.34% of Kansas State University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 36.64% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Kansas State University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Kansas State University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Kansas State University lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Kansas State University is listed at 919 Mid-Campus Drive, Anderson Hall, Manhattan, KS 66506. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Kansas State University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas State University | 79.36% | $27,816 | $17,883 | $57,262 |
| Baker University | 92.10% | $33,900 | $22,500 | $63,855 |
| Baker University School of Nursing | Not available | Not available | Not available | $63,855 |
| MidAmerica Nazarene University | 73.46% | $36,120 | $29,520 | $62,972 |
| University of Kansas | 88.20% | $29,412 | $17,365 | $61,945 |
Similar Schools in Manhattan
This local cluster focuses on nearby Manhattan schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Manhattan.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kansas State University's acceptance rate?
Kansas State University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 79.36%.
How much is Kansas State University tuition?
Kansas State University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $27,816.
What is Kansas State University's average net price?
Kansas State University's average net price in the local dataset is $17,883.
What is Kansas State University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $57,262 for Kansas State University.
Is Kansas State University accredited?
Kansas State University's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend Kansas State University?
The local dataset lists 14,835 undergraduate students at Kansas State University.
What percentage of Kansas State University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Kansas State University in the local dataset is 19.34%.
What is the federal loan rate at Kansas State University?
The federal loan rate for Kansas State University in the local dataset is 36.64%.
Where should I verify Kansas State University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Kansas State University or the latest official federal education data.