Fort Hays State University is a public university located in Hays, Kansas. Established in 1902, FHSU is the third-largest university in Kansas and one of the most affordable accredited universities in the nation. It is home to over 12,000 students who attend the university for its collaborative spirit, supportive and caring faculty and staff, and challenging course of study. FHSU prides itself in delivering quality educational and research opportunities that prepare undergraduates and graduate students to succeed in their respective disciplines. Furthermore, FHSU is dedicated to being an affordable option for students, offering over 44 different financial aid and scholarship options.
- Address: 600 Park St, Hays, KS 67601-4099
- Phone: (785) 628-4000
- Website: www.fhsu.edu/
- Type: Public, 4-year
- Student Population: 15,033
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio: 19 to 1
- Calendar System: Semester
- Application Fee: $30
- Selectivity: Less Selective
Cost
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
| Tuition and Fees | $5,430 | $15,870 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Room & Board | $8,414 | $8,414 |
| Other | $4,520 | $4,520 |
| Total Cost | $19,364 | $29,804 |
Admissions
- Acceptance Rate: 91%
- SAT Range: 0 – 0
- ACT Range: 0 – 0
Majors
- Operations Management and Supervision
- Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
- Elementary Education and Teaching
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
EnrollmentAttendance Status
- Full-time: 46%
- Part-time: 54%
Student Gender
- Male: 39%
- Female: 61%
Student Race/Ethnicity
- American Indian or Alaskan: 0%
- Asian: 1%
- Black or African American: 3%
- Hispanic / Latino: 8%
- Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0%
- White: 56%
- Two or More Races: 2%
- Unknown: 0%
- Non-resident Alien: 28%
Student Age
- 24 and Under: 79%
- 25 and Over: 21%
- Age Unknown: 0%
Student Residence
- In-State: 83%
- Out-of-State: 17%
- Unknown: 0%