Kansas State University is a public research university in the United States. It was the first operational land-grant institution in the country. The university offers more than 250 undergraduate degree programs. These programs are delivered across campuses in Manhattan, Salina, and Olathe, Kansas. The university reports a graduate-level career placement rate of approximately 98%.
The University is a member of the Big 12 Conference. Its athletic teams compete under the mascot Willie the Wildcat. National surveys frequently recognize the university for student satisfaction and campus life. In 2025, the university continues strong research and development efforts. These efforts focus on areas such as biosecurity and agricultural sciences. The QS World University Rankings 2026 place Kansas State University in the #901–950 band worldwide.