Fort Hays State University (FHSU) has a long and successful history of educating adults of all ages as lifelong learners. Established in 1902, FHSU is a state-assisted institution of higher education located in Hays, Kansas, with an enrollment of more than 9,400 students- 4200 students on campus and 5200 students taking programs offered through distance learning. FHSU is fully accredited by the prestigious accrediting organization, Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA/HLC).
Fort Hays State University has four academic colleges--Arts and Sciences, Education and Technology, Business and Leadership, and Health and Life Sciences -- as well as a Graduate School. FHSU offers 42 undergraduate programs and 19 graduate programs, and 27 online degree programs; and has long held the reputation of serving students through the convenience of technology. FHSU delivers its online courses through its Virtual College.
FHSU's slogan is "Affordable Success." It intentionally keeps tuition and fees affordable for students. The promise to students, parents, the public and state leaders is that FHSU will provide access to high-quality university education at a price that even those in lower incomes can afford. Faculty, staff and administrators are also deeply committed to providing students with the one-on-one interaction essential for academic success. This equation is one that students can count on and will want to share with others.
FHSU is pleased to be partnering with StraighterLine to provide affordable online learning with personal interaction, and to achieve student success.
FHSU will award credit to students for College Algebra, English Composition I, Accounting I and Accounting II. Students will need to apply for admission to FHSU in order to receive credit; FHSU requires that students remit the standard student application fee ($30) at the time of application.
