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Ready to become a Wildcat? Follow these simple steps to apply to Kansas State University. Go cats!
Graduate and online students should follow different steps to apply.
1. Review the admissions requirements.
Find out what it takes to join the K-State family.
New freshmen
If you graduated from an accredited high school and meet any one of these three criteria, you will be eligible for admission to K-State:
- Achieve a 21 or higher composite score on the ACT assessment or a 980 or higher on the SAT I, CR + M. Most students take the test in their junior or senior year of high school. Ask your high school counselor for a schedule of test dates.
- Rank in the top third of your graduating class.
- Complete the Kansas precollege curriculum with a 2.0 GPA. Out-of-state residents must earn a 2.5 or higher GPA.
Transfer students
Students with 24 or more completed transfer hours must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 on all transfer course work. Transfer students with fewer than 24 completed transfer hours may need to meet one of the three high school criteria listed above.
In addition, a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA on all transfer work is required. This will depend on your high school graduation year and the state of graduation.
Returning students
If you previously attended K-State and are returning after a semester or more off, you must submit an application for readmission.
Home-schooled students
Home-schooled students are considered for admission based on ACT or SAT scores or GED scores. We recommend that you start the admission process about a year before you plan to begin college so you have time to take the ACT, meet the scholarship and financial aid deadlines, arrange your housing, and learn about what K-State has to offer you.
After you apply for admission and scholarships take the ACT on one of the national test dates. We recommend that you take the ACT in the spring of your junior year to speed up the admission process. If you take the exam again, K-State will use your highest score for scholarship purposes. The test scores determine your level of preparation for college and help your advisor place you in the right classes when you enroll.
Then submit a transcript describing your high school program of study. You can submit a transcript from an agency like American University or you can make your own. Course descriptions or portfolios of your work are accepted in place of an accredited diploma.
GED students
A score of 510 or higher on each subtest is required if you took the GED after Jan. 1, 2002. If you took the GED before 2002, an average score of 50 or higher is required.
High school graduates 21 or older
Students who graduated from an accredited high school who are 21 or older must submit a final high school transcript or GED scores. If you have attempted any college or university course work, you must request that official transcripts be mailed or faxed to the admissions office.
International students
Submit the international student application and fee, along with translated official school transcripts from all institutions, including high schools and colleges. You also need to forward a properly completed and current affidavit of support.
Admission by exception
If you have encountered unusual situations that keep you from meeting the requirements, please contact the admissions office. Some new students may be offered admission based on other measures of their ability to succeed at K-State.
Majors with different requirements
| Academic program | Type of student | Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| College of Architecture, Planning and Design | Freshmen or transfer | Admission is selective based on academic performance and space availability. Fall entry term only. Submit application, application fee, all transcripts and ACT or SAT scores postmarked by February 1. |
| Interior design, College of Human Ecology | Freshmen or transfer | Admission is selective based on academic performance and space availability. Fall entry term only. Submit application, application fee, all transcripts and ACT or SAT scores postmarked by February 1 for priority consideration. Applications postmarked after Feb. 1 may be given waitlist consideration. |
| Wildlife and outdoor management, College of Agriculture | Freshmen or transfer | Admission is selective based on academic performance, space availability and criteria reflected in the supplemental application. Fall entry term only. Submit applications, application fee, transcripts and ACT or SAT scores postmarked by Feb. 1 for priority consideration. |
| Athletic training | Freshmen | Admission is selective based on academic performance and space availability. Submit application, application fee, all transcripts and ACT or SAT scores postmarked by February 1 for priority consideration. |
| Athletic training | Transfer | Transfer students must have a cumulative college/university GPA of 2.75. Students with a 2.0 to 2.74 GPA are eligible for admission into human ecology undeclared, or HEUN. |
| College of Business Administration | Transfer | Transfer students must have a cumulative college/university GPA of 2.5 or higher. |
| College of Engineering | Transfer | Transfer students must have a cumulative college/university GPA of 2.75. Students with a 2.5 to 2.74 GPA are eligible for admission into engineering undeclared, or ENUN. |
| Pre-health professions | Transfer | Transfer students must have a cumulative college/university GPA of 2.75 or higher. |
| Other programs | Transfer | Transfer students must have a cumulative college/university GPA of 2.0 or higher for admission. |
2. Apply for admission and scholarships.
Apply for scholarships at the same time you apply for admission. November 1 is the priority date for freshmen to submit their applications for K-State scholarships.
Undergraduates
If you are a high school senior, transfer student, readmit student or international student, apply for admission and scholarships all at once.
Printable applications are available for freshmen and transfers (PDF) and returning students (PDF).
Graduates
If you're interested in earning a master's degree or doctoral degree, apply now.
Online/distance learning students
If you are taking only online or off-campus courses, begin by selecting your course and completing a short non-degree seeking application.
3. Send transcripts and ACT scores.
ACT and SAT scores
Take the ACT on one of the national test dates. October or December is recommended. Have your scores sent to K-State by entering the ACT college code number for K-State (1428) on the test registration form. SAT scores may substitute for ACT scores. K-State's SAT college code number is 6334. K-State does not require the writing component of the ACT or the essay component of the SAT.
Transcripts
Submit proof of graduation or high school transcripts. Have your high school send an official copy of your high school transcript at the time of application.
Have any college transcripts sent. If you have enrolled in any college courses while attending high school, have each college send an official transcript to the Office of Admissions.
Student copies of transcripts, personal copies of test results and test scores noted on high school transcripts are not considered official records.
Send transcripts and documents to:
Office of AdmissionsKansas State University
119 Anderson Hall
Manhattan, KS 66506-0102
Fax: 785-532-6393
Advanced credit
If you enrolled in advanced placement or international baccalaureate programs, you may be able to earn credit.
4. Apply for housing.
Join the majority of students who call campus home. If you'll be living in a residence hall, apply for housing.
You can also choose from scholarship houses, Jardine Apartments, and fraternities and sororities.
5. Apply for financial assistance.
After you apply for admission and scholarships, your next step is to see if you qualify for financial aid.
Financial aid
After you or your parents file taxes, fill out the the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA. March 1 is the priority date for the FAFSA. K-State's federal school code is 001928.
6. Attend orientation and enrollment.
After you're accepted for admission, you'll register to attend an orientation and enrollment program. Watch your email inbox for an invitation. You'll sign up for classes and meet professors and current students at orientation and enrollment. You can also attend Wildcat Warm-up for new freshmen.