Strong internship programs especially in business and agriculture-related fields. Career Center facilitates connections with Midwest employers. Many students intern in Kansas City (2 hours away) or Wichita. Business students often complete multiple internships.

Lower-level courses: 50-150 students in lectures. Upper-level major courses: 20-35 students. Senior seminars: 15-20 students. More personalized attention in junior/senior years.

Mix of lecture-based (especially in introductory courses) and applied learning. Business school emphasizes case studies, group projects, and internships. Increasing focus on experiential learning across campus.

Academic Achievement Center offers tutoring, supplemental instruction, and study groups. Writing Center available. Each college has academic advisors. Student-Athlete Academic Services (available to all students). Class Attendance Notification System helps identify struggling students early.

Overall career outcomes rate approximately 92% (employed or in graduate school within 6 months). Business graduates average starting salary around $50,000-55,000. Strong regional placement, particularly in Kansas and Midwest.

• No specific pre-law major but strong advising through Political Science department. K-State has good law school acceptance rates (approximately 75-80% for qualified applicants).
• College of Business Administration is AACSB-accredited. Marketing program is well-regarded regionally. Business programs rank in top 25% nationally among public universities.
• Strong program within College of Business with emphasis on digital marketing and analytics. Good corporate partnerships with major Kansas/Midwest companies.
• Solid program with research opportunities. Not top-ranked nationally but provides good foundation for graduate school or professional programs.
• Excellent pathway through Kinesiology department. K-State has its own Doctor of Physical Therapy program, providing pipeline for undergrads. Strong science preparation.

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Approximately 20-22% of students in Greek life. 30+ fraternities and sororities. Visible presence but not dominant - plenty of social life outside Greek system. Greeks involved in philanthropy and leadership but non-Greeks don't feel excluded.

Active and friendly. Known for welcoming 'Kansas nice' culture. Aggieville provides bar/restaurant scene for 21+. Campus programming through Union Program Council. Intramurals very popular. More conservative social scene than coastal schools but inclusive. Strong sense of community.

EXCEPTIONAL school spirit - one of K-State's strongest features. Big 12 athletics with passionate fan base. Football games at Bill Snyder Family Stadium draw 50,000+. Basketball games consistently sell out. 'Wabash Cannonball' fight song and 'EMAW' (Every Man A Wildcat) culture. Purple pride is everywhere. Homecoming and Fake Patty's Day are huge traditions.

85% freshman retention rate

64% six-year graduation rate (improving in recent years with retention initiatives)

Very active campus on weekends. NOT a commuter school - approximately 75% of students from outside Manhattan area. Aggieville (bar/restaurant district) adjacent to campus is social hub. Football Saturdays are massive events. Greek life hosts events. Student Union activities. Campus does thin somewhat during away game weekends.

Moderate to conservative overall, reflecting Kansas. Business and agriculture colleges lean conservative. Arts & Sciences more diverse politically. Generally respectful discourse. Not politically charged campus - students focus more on school spirit and community than politics.

Small college town (Manhattan, KS population ~55,000, doubles with students). Campus is the heart of the community. NOT urban - this is a significant mismatch with student's preference for urban/near city location.

Approximately 215 sunny days per year. Four distinct seasons. Hot, humid summers (90s). Cold winters with snow (can drop to teens/single digits). Spring can be stormy (tornado alley). Fall is beautiful. More sunshine than many Midwest locations but winters are harsh.

Tuttle Creek Lake (10 minutes) - boating, fishing, beaches. Konza Prairie (biological research station with hiking trails) nearby. Flint Hills region offers scenic prairie landscapes. Manhattan City Park. Outdoor recreation available but not mountains/dramatic landscapes. Relatively flat terrain.

ATA Bus (free public transit for students with ID) serves campus and town. Walkable/bikeable campus and town. Car helpful but not essential. Uber/Lyft available. Most students have cars by junior/senior year for off-campus activities and trips to Kansas City.

Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK) - small regional airport 10 minutes from campus with limited flights. Kansas City International Airport (MCI) - 2 hours east, major hub with extensive flight options. Wichita airport (ICT) - 2 hours south.

Manhattan is quintessential college town - revolves around K-State. Aggieville entertainment district. Downtown has local shops, restaurants, farmers market. Safe, friendly community. Limited urban amenities - no major shopping malls, limited cultural venues compared to cities. Kansas City (2 hours) used for major shopping, concerts, pro sports, airport. Rural Kansas surroundings.

K-State has the Classy Cats Dance Team - performs at football and basketball games. Division I (Big 12) level. Team holds tryouts each spring (April/May). Walk-ons can try out - no dance team experience required but competitive. Team performs sideline/halftime routines, travels to away games. Also Wildcats Cheer squad. Club dance teams available for less competitive options.

Recreation Complex with fitness center, indoor track, pools, climbing wall, courts. Chester E. Peters Recreation Complex is extensive. Intramurals extremely popular (40+ sports offered from flag football to esports). Outdoor rental program (bikes, camping gear). Group fitness classes. Club sports available. Excellent recreation facilities and programming.

Dining services rated above average. Multiple dining halls (Derby, Kramer, Van Zile, The Market). All-you-care-to-eat and retail options. Chick-fil-A, Panda Express, Starbucks on campus. Local favorites in Aggieville (Bluestem Bistro, So Long Saloon, Tallgrass Tap House). Strong local restaurant scene for college town. Catering to diverse dietary needs improving.

Classic college campus with limestone buildings and green spaces. Lots of trees and traditional quad areas. Gardens Memorial Stadium area scenic. Campus well-maintained. Not dramatic architecture but pleasant, traditional feel. Purple pride evident in landscaping and banners. Anderson Hall (castle-like building) is iconic. Memorial Stadium beautiful in fall.

Mix of traditional and modern housing. Newer residence halls (like Jardine Apartments renovations) are nice. Older halls more basic but functional. Most freshmen in traditional dorms. Apartments available for upperclassmen. Living Learning Communities available. Most students move off-campus by junior year - affordable apartments near campus. Overall housing adequate but not luxury.

Classy Cats contact through K-State Spirit Program: spiritsquads@k-state.edu or (785) 532-1818. Spirit Program office in Bramlage Coliseum. Check K-State Spirit Squads website for tryout information and clinics.