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Fort Hays State University

Hays, Kansas · Public · Founded N/A

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$44,428

Acceptance Rate

92%

Graduation Rate

49%

Annual Tuition

$5,633

At a Glance

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Total Students

9,792

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Retention Rate

77%

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Faculty Ratio

14

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Financial Aid

27%

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Median Debt

$21,000

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Campus Setting

Town

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Institution Type

Public

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Founded

N/A

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Institution Overview

Fort Hays State University is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 91.8% and a student body of 9,792. The university has a retention rate of 76.8% and a graduation rate of 49.2%. The in-state tuition is $5,633, and 27% of students receive financial aid.

One year after graduation, alumni earn a median of $46,394. Five years after graduation, the median salary is $44,428, and ten years after graduation, the median salary is $48,928. The median debt for graduates is $21,000.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$46k

1 YEAR

$44k

5 YEARS

$49k

10 YEARS

Top 54% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Fort Hays State University alumni earn a median salary of $46,394. Five years after graduation, the median salary decreases to $44,428. However, ten years after graduation, the median salary increases to $48,928. The median debt for graduates is $21,000, and 27% of students receive financial aid.

Fort Hays State University has a student body of 9,792, with an acceptance rate of 91.8%. The graduation rate is 49.2%, and the retention rate is 76.8%. The in-state tuition cost is $5,633.

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Campus Location

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Hays, Kansas

Hays, KS 67601-4099

Fort Hays State University is located in Hays, Kansas. The campus is in a town setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Fort Hays State University has an acceptance rate of 92%.