About

Kansas State University (K?State) is a historic public land?grant research institution located in Manhattan, Kansas, founded in 1863 as the first operational land?grant college in the United States. As a comprehensive university governed by the Kansas Board of Regents, K?State serves a diverse student body with more than 250 undergraduate majors, 73 master’s degree programs, and 43 doctoral options across nine colleges, including agriculture, business administration, education, engineering, health and human sciences, arts and sciences, technology and aviation, and veterinary medicine. The university is committed to its mission of fostering excellent teaching, research, and service that develop a highly skilled and educated citizenry, advance the well?being of Kansas, the nation, and the global community, and extend expertise through outreach, engagement, and extension programs rooted in its land?grant heritage. K?State emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, experiential learning, and innovation, enabling students to apply knowledge in real?world contexts and prepare for successful careers or advanced studies. With branch campuses in Salina and Olathe and a robust online presence through K?State Online, the university expands access to quality education and professional development opportunities. Research is a key pillar of K?State’s identity, encompassing foundational inquiry and applied projects in areas such as agriculture, biosecurity, technology, and life sciences, often in partnership with industry and government. Through a broad range of degree programs, community engagement initiatives, and a lifelong alumni network, Kansas State University strives to transform lives, contribute to societal progress, and uphold its land?grant mission of service and discovery.

Industries Served

Education and Academia, Research and Innovation, Agriculture and Food Systems, Biotechnology and Life Sciences, Engineering and Technology, Business and Economic Development, Healthcare and Public Health, Community Development, Arts and Culture, Information Technology and Data Services, Extension and Outreach Services, Government and Public Policy, International Education and Programs