Fort Hays State University is a public university in Hays, Kansas, governed by the Kansas Board of Regents. It began in 1902 as the Western Branch of the Kansas State Normal School and is the largest university in western Kansas, enrolling about 12,900 students in fall 2024 across campus, online and international partner programs. Its Tigers compete in NCAA Division II. FHSU is home to the Sternberg Museum of Natural History, known for its fossil collections, though a 2026 report in Wikipedia says the museum is slated to close because of state funding cuts. The Docking Institute of Public Affairs and the annual Oktoberfest are also part of the university's identity. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and offers bachelor's, master's and doctoral programs.
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Location
600 Park St, Hays, Kansas, United States
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