Fort Hays State University

Hays, KS

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Fort Hays State University - Hays, KS

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Get ready to take on the world at FHSU

History • Suburban • Fast-Growing • Beautiful • Bike-Friendly •

When it was founded in 1902, Fort Hays State University (then known as the Western Branch of Kansas State Normal School) was located on the site of a former frontier outpost known as Fort Hays. The fort operated from 1865 until 1889. In 1904, the campus shifted to its current location, which still includes part of the former fort. Today, Fort Hays State University is one of the fastest-growing universities in Kansas. The picturesque campus covers 200 acres with Big Creek winding through campus.

The Fort Hays State Tigers participate in NCAA Division II as part of the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association. The football team plays at Lewis Field, while the basketball team calls Gross Memorial Coliseum home. For baseball games, head to Larks Park. Fort Hays State has nearly 60 conference titles.

Hays is a college town with plenty to offer, including the Fort Hays State Historic Site. The historic site sits on the south end of campus near Frontier Historical Park. Big Creek Trail follows Big Creek through campus, providing nearly nine miles ideal for hiking and bicycling. Most of the rentals are east of the university, extending from Elm Street and following Main Street into historic Downtown Hays.

Rent Trends

As of November 2025, the average apartment rent in Hays, KS is $702 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Hays has increased by 0.7% in the past year.

  • 2 BR

  • 800 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $702/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

49

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

40

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Kathryn O'Loughlin McCarthy Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

384 Students

9/10

Woodrow Wilson Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

384 Students

6/10

Lincoln Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

376 Students

5/10

Roosevelt Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

385 Students

4/10

Washington Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

129 Students

Felten Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

739 Students

6/10

Hays High

Public

Grades 9-12

959 Students

8/10
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Points of Interest

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Parks and Recreation

  • Sternberg Museum of Natural History

Colleges

Top Apartments Near Fort Hays State University

1010 Reservation Rd

1010 Reservation Rd

1010 Reservation Rd,
Hays, KS 67601

$825

3 Beds

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Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.