U.S. News & World Report has recognized Kansas State University’s online programs for excellence in six categories.
The organization evaluated more than 1,600 online bachelor’s and master’s degree programs, analyzing program effectiveness in student engagement, faculty credentials and student services and technology. Programs were also ranked on how effectively they serve veterans.
K-State’s online master’s programs in business, including the Master of Science in Data Analytics and Master of Accountancy, jumped from No. 43 to No. 9 nationally, the highest ranking ever. The online master’s in education also moved up four spots to No. 12 nationally, including a No. 3 ranking for veterans.
The university’s online bachelor’s programs also made strides, moving from No. 39 to No. 32 nationally and up three spots to No. 20 for veterans. Online bachelor’s programs in business were ranked No. 23 nationally.
The full list of K-State’s U.S. News & World Report program rankings for 2024 include:
• Online bachelor’s programs — No. 32 nationally, No. 20 for veterans.
• Online bachelor’s programs in business — No. 23 nationally.
• Online MBA programs — No. 18 nationally, No. 16 for veterans.
• Online master’s programs in business (excluding MBA) — No. 9 nationally.
• Online master’s in education — No. 12 nationally, No. 3 for veterans.
• Online master’s in engineering — No. 23 nationally, No. 15 for veterans.
