Wildcats first, always.
K-State's students are our purpose — the reason every initiative is launched, every dollar invested, every plan written. For over 150 years, the success of our students has been the success of Kansas. As we look toward 2030, we are redefining what the nation's best student experience looks like, expanding enrollment to historic levels, and developing graduates who strengthen Kansas and drive the American economy.
We will...
- grow our total enrollment to 36,200 learners across the institution
- achieve 90% first-year retention
- improve our graduation rates to 57% for four-year and 75% for six-year
- provide applied learning experiences for every student
- award 5,750 degrees annually
#1
Best college in Kansas
Niche, 2026
#1
Best student life in Kansas
Niche, 2026
97%
Graduates find careers or continue their education
Top 10
Happiest students in the nation
Princeton Review, 2026
Key focus areas
Meeting the changing needs of students with high-quality educational programs is a top institutional priority.
Ongoing efforts:
- Academic Innovation Fund investments in new academic programs
- Academic Program Review and Revitalization to drive innovative and program improvement
- Competency Based Education advancing students by mastery of skills that are aligned with real-world expectations.
Reimagining what it means to prepare students not just for success, but for their roles as future leaders and change agents.
Ongoing efforts:
- EdSights texting tool that connects students with campus resources
- Career services supports successful career outcomes
Kansas State University is committed to providing all degree-seeking students with Applied Learning Experiences designed to enrich academic and professional growth.
Shaping the future of learning
Advancing students through mastery of skills that are aligned with real-world expectations.