Kansas State University: Acceptance Rate and SAT Scores
Kansas State University admits about 81.7% of applicants. The reported SAT middle-50% range is 1060–1260 (sum of the section 25th/75th percentiles reported to College Scorecard). That SAT range concords to roughly a 21–27 ACT Composite under the official 2018 College Board/ACT concordance table.
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Kansas State University At a Glance
| Location | Manhattan, Kansas |
|---|---|
| Type | Public |
| Undergraduate Enrollment | 15,142 |
| Acceptance Rate | 81.7% |
| SAT Range (Reading & Writing) | 550-640 |
| SAT Range (Math) | 510-620 |
| SAT Range (Combined, approx.) | 1060-1260 |
| Average SAT (Combined) | 1151 |
| ACT Range | 20-27 |
| Average Net Price | $18,210/yr |
| Tuition (In-State) | $11,579/yr |
| Tuition (Out-of-State) | $29,533/yr |
| 4-Year Graduation Rate | 71.3% |
| Full-Time Retention Rate | 85.6% |
| Median Earnings, 10 Years After Entry | $61,473 |
| Median Debt at Completion | $19,200 |
How Kansas State University Compares
Kansas State University is more selective than about 44% of the 254 schools in this list with a published acceptance rate.
With about 15,142 students, it is larger than about 48% of the 265 schools in this list.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kansas State University's acceptance rate?
Kansas State University's acceptance rate is about 81.7%, based on the most recent data reported to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What SAT score do you need for Kansas State University?
Admitted students at Kansas State University typically report a combined SAT score between 1060 and 1260 (the reported 25th to 75th percentile range).
Does Kansas State University require the SAT?
Test-optional and test-required policies change from year to year and are not part of the College Scorecard data used on this page. Check Kansas State University's own admissions site for its current testing policy, linked below.
What is the average cost of Kansas State University?
The average net price reported for Kansas State University is $18,210 per year, after grant and scholarship aid.