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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.
DINAH NEWMAN
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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
B
Banking
Biological Chemistry
Biology
Biology Education
Business & Industry
Business Communication
Business Education
Business Teacher Licensure
C
Career & Technical Education
Chemistry
Chemistry Education
Child Development
Communication
Communication Sciences and Disorders
Computer Networking and Telecommunications
Computer Science
Construction Management
Construction Technology
Corporate Communication
Criminal Justice
Cybersecurity
D
Democratic Engagement
Digital Media Production and Journalism
Geology
Geoscience Studies
Gerontology
H
Graphic Design Health and Human Performance
Health Informatics
Health Professions
Health Promotion
Health Promotion and Fitness
Programming
Health Studies
Historical Studies
History
Early Childhood Unified
Economics
Education
Elementary Education
Engineering Design
English Education
Entrepreneurship
Environmental Geosciences
Exercise Science
E F
Finance
Financial Planning
Forensic Science
G
General Business
Geography
History Education
Human Resource
Management
Human Services
Information Networking and Telecommunications
Information Systems
Interior Design
International Business and Economics
International Relations/ Comparative Politics
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Literature
Management
Management Information Systems
Manufacturing Technology
Marketing
Mathematics - Industrial/ Academic
Mathematics Education
Mathematics EducationMiddle School
Medical Diagnostic Imaging
Music
Music Composition
Music Education
Music Performance
Music Theatre
Find your fit, and full list, at FHSU.edu/programs
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
Natural Resources
Nursing
N M R S W U T O
Operations Management
Organizational Communication
Organizational Leadership
Recreation and Sports Management
Talent Development
Teaching and Coaching
Technology and Engineering Education
Tourism and Hospitality Management
Ultrasound
Photography
Physics
Physics and Engineering
Secondary Education
Social Work
Sociology
Spanish
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Sports and Exercise Therapy
Studio Art
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
University of Missouri
$ 14,830.00
University of Colorado $ 14,236.00
That means you’ll probably earn more in your first year out of college than you’ll spend in four years of tuition.
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.
Oklahoma State University $ 13,920.00 University of Kansas $ 12,283.90 Kansas State University
$ 11,221.08
$ 10,434.00
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Wichita State University $ 9,683.70
State University $ 7,317.18
FHSU Admissions
785-628-5666
FHSU.edu/admissions
FHSU Student Fiscal Services (billing, payments, student accounts) 785-628-5251
FHSU.edu/sfs @fhsuadmissions @forthaysstate
785-628-4408
finaid@fhsu.edu
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
Ask about other special scholarships!
•AAOG (Access to Academic Opportunity Grant)
• Schmidt Foundation
•Rudd Foundation
TIGER PRIDE SCHOLARSHIP
$3,750 per year
VICTOR E. SCHOLARSHIP
$2,750 per year
BLACK & GOLD SCHOLARSHIP
$2,000 per year
HAYS CITY SCHOLARSHIP
$1,500 per year
$15,000 YOU COULD RECEIVE UP TO OVER 4 YEARS!
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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
Dining Options:
Included Amenities:
Utilities
Movie Channel
Laundry
Internet
Single/Double Rooms
Security
Private Pod Restrooms
Kitchenette
McMindes Cafeteria
Tiger Pizza
Union options:
Bamboo Bistro
Campus Grille
Jaja’s Burritos & Bowls
Student Stash Market
Hoagies
Pizza Hut
Starbucks
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!
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.
MARCELL DELY
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
• Golf
• Soccer
• Track & Field
• Wrestling
Women’s Athletics
• Basketball
• Cross Country
• Golf
• Soccer
• Softball
• Tennis
• Track & Field
• Volleyball
• Wrestling
Show your Tiger Pride with Cheer, Tiger Debs, Marching Band, Pep Band, and Color Guard.
!Coming to college can feel like a big 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
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
ACCEPT YOUR SCHOLARSHIP
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
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
COMPLETE THE FAFSA
Start early! Fill out your FREE application at FAFSA.gov
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.
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
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