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It was super easy to find something to get involved in that has allowed me to grow in my skills and professional aspirations. FHSU is truly a place to explore, grow, and thrive in all activities and academics.

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Accounting Accounting and Finance Addictions Counseling Agribusiness Agricultural Communication Agricultural Leadership Agriculture Agriculture Education Agronomy Agronomy Business American Politics Animal Science Art Education Art History

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Banking Biological Chemistry Biology Biology Education Business & Industry Business Communication Business Education Business Teacher Licensure

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Career & Technical Education Chemistry Chemistry Education Child Development Communication Communication Sciences and Disorders

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Computer Networking and Telecommunications Computer Science Construction Management Construction Technology Corporate Communication Criminal Justice Cybersecurity

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Democratic Engagement Digital Media Production and Journalism

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Early Childhood Unified Economics Education Elementary Education Engineering Design English Education Entrepreneurship Environmental Geosciences Exercise Science

Geology Geoscience Studies Gerontology Graphic Design

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Health and Human Performance Health Informatics Health Professions Health Promotion Health Promotion and Fitness Programming Health Studies Historical Studies History History Education Human Resource Management Human Services

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Finance Financial Planning Forensic Science

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Information Networking and Telecommunications Information Systems Interior Design International Business and Economics International Relations/ Comparative Politics

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General Business Geography

Literature

Find your fit, and full list, at FHSU.edu/programs

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Management Management Information Systems Manufacturing Technology Marketing Mathematics - Industrial/ Academic Mathematics Education Mathematics Education Middle School Medical Diagnostic Imaging Music Music Composition Music Education Music Performance Music Theatre

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Natural Resources Nursing

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Operations Management Organizational Communication Organizational Leadership

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Photography Physics Physics and Engineering

Political Leadership and Public Service Political Theory Pre-Professional • Dental • Engineering • Law • Medicine • Optometry • Osteopathy • Pharmacy • Theology • Veterinary Psychology Public Accounting Public Accounting and Finance Public Administration Public Relations and Advertising

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Recreation and Sports Management

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Secondary Education Social Work Sociology Spanish

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Talent Development Teaching and Coaching Technology and Engineering Education Tourism and Hospitality Management

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Ultrasound

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Web and Mobile Application Development Web Development Writing Fort Hays State University is proud to welcome thousands of transfer students from all over the supportive process designed to ensure your transfer experience is seamless. Start your journey transcript evaluation!

FHSU.edu/transfer/transcript-eval

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For just $5,923.80 a year in tuition and fees, you can get the education, innovation, and opportunity that make FHSU a top-ranked Midwest university. And that’s before other scholarships.

That means you’ll probably earn more in your first year out of college than you’ll spend in four years of tuition.

FHSU Kansas Regional Tuition

$ 5,923.80

University of Missouri

$ 14,830.00

University of Colorado

$ 14,236.00

Oklahoma State University

$ 13,920.00

University of Kansas

$ 12,283.90

Kansas State University

$ 11,221.08

THAT MAKES FHSU THE GREATEST VALUE

University of Nebraska-Lincoln

$ 10,434.00

Wichita State University

$ 9,683.70

IN HIGHER EDUCATION ANYWHERE.

Emporia State University

$ 7,317.18

This isn’t just about saving money. It’s about access to the tools to build the life you want. It’s about earning a degree from a world-class university, making lifelong friends, and starting a future without debt that anchors you to the past.

FHSU.edu/admissions/tuition/costofattendance

ESTIMATED COST FOR U.S. AVERAGE OUT-OF-STATE TUITION

$29,150 $5,923.80

$8,276.10

$17,772.00

$700

$700

$700

$9,079

$9,079

$9,079

$15,702.80

$18,055.10

$27,551.00

U.S. AVERAGE IN-STATE TUITION

$11,260 FHSU REGIONAL TUITION

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$275.87

$592.40

$5,923.80

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Step-by-Step Financial Aid Checklist for New Students

TUITION

APPLY FOR FEDERAL FINANCIAL AID FAFSA RELEASES ON DECEMBER 1ST.

CONTACT INFORMATION FOR FHSU RESOURCES FHSU Admissions Office 785-628-5666 FHSU.edu/admissions

FHSU Student Fiscal Services (billing, payments, student accounts) 785-628-5251 FHSU.edu/sfs

FHSU Financial Assistance Office 785-628-4408 finaid@fhsu.edu

FHSU Student Employment Office 785-628-5227

@fhsuadmissions @forthaysstate

TigerTech Help Desk 800-628-3478

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USE OUR SCHOLARSHIP ESTIMATOR AND ACCEPT YOUR SCHOLARSHIP FHSU.edu/freshmenscholarships

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AUTOMATIC FRESHMEN

SCHOLARSHIPS All scholarships are renewable with a 3.3 cumulative FHSU GPA.

You can accept your scholarship at

FHSU.edu/freshmenscholarships Deadline: June 30 Apply for additional FHSU scholarships at FHSU.edu/finaid/scholarships Priority Deadline: November 15 Final Deadline: February 15

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AAOG (Access to Academic Opportunity Grant) Schmidt Foundation Rudd Foundation

TIGER PRIDE SCHOLARSHIP $3,750 per year

$15,000

OVER 4 YEARS!

SCHOLARSHIPS

Ask about other special scholarships!

YOU COULD RECEIVE UP TO

VICTOR E. SCHOLARSHIP $2,750 per year BLACK & GOLD SCHOLARSHIP $2,000 per year HAYS CITY SCHOLARSHIP $1,500 per year 12

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WHY FHSU?

Check out our virtual tour and see photos & videos of our beautiful campus.

Living on campus will help you to grow your network and become part of the university community. At FHSU, you will find state of the art facilities that are designed to be an inclusive and inspiring environment that fosters creativity, friendship, and support.

McMindes Hall Victor E. Village Stadium Place Agnew & Heather Halls Wooster Place Tiger Village Dane G. Hansen Scholarship Hall Included Amenities:

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Utilities

Single/Double Rooms

Movie Channel

Security

Laundry

Private Pod Restrooms

Internet

Kitchenette

Dining Options: McMindes Cafeteria Tiger Pizza Union options: Bamboo Bistro Campus Grille Jaja’s Burritos & Bowls Student Stash Market Hoagies Pizza Hut Starbucks

HOUSING

SCAN FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT RESIDENTIAL LIFE FHSU.edu/reslife

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All for you

From Main to Vine

FHSU and Hays, Kansas are a perfect match. This city we call home is big enough to offer everything a college town should and small enough to put all that opportunity at your fingertips. Incredible food, great music, colorful festivals, and welcoming events—Hays has it all!

You’ll find there’s something for everyone here and we’re a tight-knit community that supports you inside and outside the classroom.

Tiger Gear on Friday (TGOF)! Show your Tiger Pride and earn great discounts throughout town when you wear your FHSU gear or show your Tiger Card (Student ID) at participating businesses.

Rally your friends and explore the vibrant food scene in Hays.

Whether you're craving a burger, sushi, or anything in between, Hays has it.

Celebrate FHSU! Connect with alumni and the communities’ German heritage every fall during Oktoberfest and Homecoming.

The Back-to-School Picnic is your first opportunity to learn about clubs and organizations on campus. This iconic event also features local businesses who support Fort Hays State.

Head downtown and experience the excitement of the Hays Arts Council Art Walk, catch live concerts, enjoy community festivals, and so much more. There's always something happening in downtown Hays!

Stay active with an excursion to Frontier Park, local hiking and jogging trails, and disc golf courses.

And don’t miss the annual FHSU NIRA Rodeo!

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COMMUNITY

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I think it’s a great choice to choose Fort Hays State. It’s welcoming and friendly to everyone. It’s inclusive and just a great place. Even though my family is not here, I still feel like it’s home.

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FORT HAYS STATE is a member of one of the the most elite and competitive conferences in NCAA Division II, the Mid-American Intercollegiate Athletics Association (MIAA).

The conference touts 54 team national championships all-time, including nine over the last three years. Fort Hays State has won 17 team MIAA Championships since joining the conference in 2006-07.

Men’s Athletics Baseball Basketball Cross Country Football

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Golf Soccer Track & Field Wrestling

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Basketball Cross Country Golf Soccer Softball

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Tennis Track & Field Volleyball Wrestling

Show your Tiger Pride

with Cheer, Tiger Debs, Marching Band, Pep Band, and Color Guard.

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Coming to college can feel like a b i g transition, but we’ll make sure you don’t make that transition alone.

ORIENTATION Will include informational sessions and engagement activities designed to help incoming students feel prepared for the transition to college life.

WELCOME WEEKEND To kick off your first semester, you’ll learn everything you need to know about FHSU traditions, participate in social events, and connect with your academic department.

40 DAYS AT THE FORT Your official six-week welcome to campus is filled with fun events and educational programs that will plug you into everything happening on campus.

UNIV 101 This first-time freshmen course will teach you the basic skills you need to thrive as you transition to college life.

FAMILY AND FRIENDS WEEKEND This is the perfect event for you to show your family and friends what it’s like to be a Tiger.

Make sure to attend and explore the vibrant community of Hays!

HOMECOMING

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Make plans now to enjoy Homecoming 2024 on FHSU’s campus, October 3-5.

You won’t want to miss the parade, tailgate, and football game.

Fort Hays State is where your adventure begins.

Here’s your checklist to help you stay on track.

EXPLORE FHSU

We can’t wait to see you at an on-campus event.

Schedule your campus visit experience at FHSU.edu/visit or check out our upcoming events at FHSU.edu/events

Use our Scholarship Estimator to see if you automatically qualify for a Tiger Freshmen Scholarship ranging from $6,000-$15,000. Don’t forget to send us your test scores.

FHSU.edu/freshmenscholarships

APPLY FOR ADMISSION

Apply early. After you’re accepted, you can apply for housing, scholarships, and financial aid. Then, you can spend the whole year celebrating! FHSU.edu/apply

ACTIVATE YOUR TIGERNET ID

TigerNetID is a unified username and password authentication system for most Fort Hays State University computing resources. Activate your TigerNetID to apply for scholarships, housing, and more. Get started at FHSU.edu/activate

CHECK YOUR FHSU EMAIL

With your TigerNetID you can log in to your FHSU email.

This email is a Gmail account and also can be accessed at FHSU.edu/students

APPLY FOR MORE SCHOLARSHIPS

APPLY FOR HOUSING

After you’re accepted, you can apply to live in one of our on-campus residence halls. Housing contracts open in mid-November. See what life on campus looks like at FHSU.edu/reslife

ATTEND A TIGER ROAD SHOW Shows begin in late January. See for yourself everything FHSU has to offer at FHSU.edu/events

LOG IN TO WORKDAY

With your TigerNetID, you can log in to Workday — FHSU’s student portal, in late February.

CHECKLIST

ACCEPT YOUR SCHOLARSHIP

COMPLETE THE FAFSA

Start early! Fill out your FREE application at FAFSA.gov

REGISTER FOR CLASSES

Connect with your advisor to set up a registration appointment in April. Check your FHSU email for instructions from your advisor about setting up your appointment.

SIGN UP FOR ORIENTATION

Orientation is reserved for all new FHSU students joining the Tiger Family in the fall. At orientation, you will find the skills you need to succeed during your time on campus.

FHSU.edu/orientation

Now you are ready to apply for additional scholarships from FHSU. Scholarships are awarded from multiple sources across campus.

The priority deadline to apply is November 15th and the final deadline is February 15th. FHSU.academicworks.com/opportunities

FHSU.edu/tigerchecklist

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