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92%
Open Admissions
49%
Graduation
About Fort Hays State University
Fort Hays State University is a public four-year institution located in Hays, Kansas. With an enrollment of approximately 9,792 undergraduate students, it is a mid-size institution. With an acceptance rate of 92%, the institution maintains an accessible admissions process. The graduation rate is 49%. Graduates earn a median salary of $48,928 within 10 years of enrollment. After financial aid, the average student pays a net price of $13,493 per year.
Key Statistics
Acceptance Rate
92%
Class of 2026 data
Graduation Rate
49%
Enrollment
9,792
Total students
Median Earnings
$48,928
10 yrs after entry
In-State Tuition
$5,633
Per year
Out-of-State Tuition
$16,811
Per year
Average Net Price
$13,493
After aid (avg)
SAT Range
N/A or test-optional
Campus Location
Admissions
Admission Requirements
SAT Score Range (M+R)
Test-optional / N/A
ACT Score Range
19 – 25
Test Score Ranges
SAT Score (Math + Reading)
Test-optional / N/A
SAT Math
25th
480
75th
600
200800
ACT Composite
25th
19
75th
25
136
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Cost & Financial Aid
Cost Comparison
Out-of-State Tuition$16,811/yr
In-State Tuition$5,633/yr
Avg Net Price (after aid)$13,493/yr
What most students actually pay
Return on Investment
Good4-Year Cost
$53,972
10-Year Earnings
$489,280
ROI Multiple
9.1×
Based on avg net price × 4 years vs. median earnings × 10 years after enrollment
Scholarships at Fort Hays State University
Student Outcomes
49%
Graduation Rate
Within 6 years
$49k
Median Earnings
10 years after enrollment
9,792
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
