Overview
Fort Hays State University is a public institution located in the rural town of Hays, Kansas. Admission to FHSU is rated as “selective.” Many students choose to study business support services, nursing, or elementary education. The school operates an Hispanic College Institute program that helps Latinx high school students learn the tools to prepare them for success at the university level.
Acceptance Rate:
88%
Average Net Price:
$12,053
Campus Setting:
Suburb or town
Average GPA
3.5
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $5,633 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $16,811 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $8,772 |
| Books and Supplies | $1000 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Aid & Grants
0
100
50%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
22%
Average Aid Per Year
$5,387
22%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$4,848
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$3,755
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
27%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$1113
32%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$4,848
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$20,606,912
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$4,914,528
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
48%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$5,565
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$13,875
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$192
Students receiving federal loans
46%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$5,005
Average Other Loans Per Year
$9,245
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Public
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Blind
This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
1828
Students Applied
93%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
2945
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
Yes
SAT Subject Tests
Yes
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Important Deadlines
Application Fee
$30
Applications Accepted
Admitted Student Stats
82%
Submitting ACT
6%
Submitting SAT
SAT Percentiles
Math
Reading
3.5
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By GPA
Students Enrolled By Class Rank
Students Enrolled By Household Income
Admissions Resources
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
12,949
Total Number of Undergrads
10,427
0
100
25%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
46%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
15:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
- Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
- Study Abroad
- Honors Program
- Teacher Certification Offered
Classroom Sizes
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
64
Faculty Overview
0
100
45%
Faculty With Terminal Degree US National: 36%
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Suburb or town
Countries Represented
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
39%
Student Organizations
125
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Yes
Housing
0
100
11%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
Yes
Disability Housing Available
No
0
100
11%
Freshman Living on Campus
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Victor E. Tiger
School Colors
black and gold
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Mid-America Intercollegiate Ath Assoc
Total Male Athletes
367
Total Female Athletes
212
Intramural Sports
14
Sports Team (Men)
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Soccer
- Track and Field
- Wrestling
Sports Team (Women)
- Basketball
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
Fort Hays State University Athletics: visit page
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
No
Mobile campus emergency alert
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$42,700
Top 5 Cities
Wichita
Kansas City
Denver
Topeka
Dallas
Top 5 Employers
Fort Hays State University
US Navy
Kansas State University
Cerner Corporation
Wichita Public Schools - USD259
Top 5 Sectors
Education
Operations
Business Development
Sales
Healthcare Services
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$13,875
Loan Default Rate
5%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$192
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingMy classes are great! I have so much fun in them and learn a lot. Everyone has had those teachers that say they care but they really could care less about you or your grade. That is far from the case at FHSU the teachers really do care about your grades and are willing to help you on anything they possibly can no matter how long it might take.
Taylor from Hays, KS
I believe that I will learn a lot at FHSU. So far my major professors have been in contact with me and have been very helpful.
Michael from Oklahoma City, OK
The professors demonstrate expertise in field knowledge and the ability to effectively communicate that knowledge with students.
Melanie from Fort Scott, KS
I attend the Fort Hays Virtual College campus. This school is amazing and is always there to help you. This school will help you build for your future.
Kyler from Riverdale, UT
i am enjoying classes at fort hays state very much. i have had wonderful communication with my instructors and administrative offices. they have made my journey start out without any trouble or complications.
Jessica from Austin, TX
this school has an amazing virtual student program and an even better staff! the price is nothing short of amazing, one of the most affordable programs out there!
KaiCee from Agar, SD
FHSU is the best! Friendly, organized, and uncomplicated. i chose this school because the education is top quality- but doesn't have all the extra layers that students get lost in and have to pay for!
Adia from San Diego, CA
I am currently on a one semester break from the virtual college at Fort Hays State University. The on line options and the affordability of the school are amazing and the teaching staff, even though we are thousands of miles apart, do care about your development as a student and want you to succeed.
Daniel from Alameda, CA
Unique upper level opportunity for a cutting edge education.
Cheryl from Hays, KS
Great experience. So many of the professors go above and beyond to make sure that you not only learn everything that you need to know but that you apply it to the best of your ability. Even with being a DII university, the class sizes allow for the needed support.
Nakeisha from Garden City, KS
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