K-State and the Non-Traditional Student
K-State created the Non-Traditional Student Services Office in 1979 to address the needs of the expanding non-traditional student population. The staff provides a variety of services to non-traditional students, working diligently with the university to provide information regarding all aspects of university life.
This Non-Traditional Student Services Handbook contains information relevant to the non-traditional student’s college life. It is designed to supplement the K-State Undergraduate Catalog and the Graduate Catalog, and lead you to success as a non-traditional K-State student.
Deciding to attend K-State
Whether you're thinking of getting your degree or just taking a class or two, we've got all the information you need to get the process started.
Admission processes
Find out everything you need to know about admissions. With everything from applying to advising, this is your one-stop spot to make the process quick and painless.
Enrollment
Learn how to navigate and master the enrollment process.
Tuition and fees payment
Read about the different payment options available at K-State.
Helpful hints
Check out these tip offs for getting in step with the college pace, staying organized, and being prepared.
Paying for college
Get information about the cost of college, loans, grants, and on-campus jobs.
Scholarships
See what scholarship opportunites are available for you as a non-traditional student and where you can find scholarships at K-State.
Alternatives and distance education
Find out more about your options when on campus or day time classes aren't possible, or if you're looking into a specific type of study, such as degree completion or independent study.
Tips for academic success
Read about these tips and services available to you at K-State. You'll find everything you need to be successful academically.
Student services
With everything from student lawyers to student insurance, tutoring to tenant affairs, you'll have no problem finding help with whatever comes your way.
Campus services
Get information about everything available to you on campus, from child care services to the best place to stop in for lunch.
Extracurricular activities
Check out K-State events put on throughout the year, tours of buildings across campus, and the recreational services available.
Give Us Your Ideas
We hope you find the information in this handbook helpful. If you have additional information that is not included, please let our staff know. Your suggestions can help to improve the next edition of the Non-Traditional Student Services handbook.