Fort Hays State University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Fort Hays State University
School Type: Public
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
Fort Hays State University is a medium-sized public university located on a rural campus in Hays, Kansas. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 10,206, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 92%. The university offers 54 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 48%, and a student-faculty ratio of 14:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $4,437, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $15,615.
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Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
High school rankNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Letter of recommendationNot considered for admission, even if submitted
High school GPANot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile19-25
SAT 25th-75th Percentile970-1200
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
13k
Students enrolled
62%
Online student enrollment
14:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
55%
Unknown
30%
Black
3%
Hispanic
5%
Two or more races
2%
Non-U.S. Citizen
2%
Asian
2%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
33% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
53
Total Online Enrollment
7,933
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.62% online, 38% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
35% On-campus
65% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
Associate80% online
Bachelor's67% online
Graduate Certificate100% online
Master's53% online
Doctorate100% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $4,437 | $15,615 |
| Graduate | $3,979 | $11,334 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,000 |
| On-campus room and board | $8,772 |
| On-campus other expenses | $4,972 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $8,772 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $4,972 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $3,922 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $19,181 | $30,359 |
| Off-campus without family | $19,181 | $30,359 |
| Off-campus with family | $9,359 | $20,537 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
34%
State Grant Aid
23%
Institution Grant Aid
78%
Pell Grant
33%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$21k
Average student debtafter graduation
$37k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Soccer
- Wrestling
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Agricultural/Animal/Plant/Veterinary Science And Related Fields. | |||
| 2 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 3 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 4 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 5 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 6 | Education. | |||
| 7 | Engineering. | |||
| 8 | Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians. | |||
| 9 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 10 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 11 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 12 | History. | |||
| 13 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 14 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 15 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 16 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 17 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 18 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 19 | Psychology. | |||
| 20 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 21 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 22 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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