The department has 28 faculty involved in teaching, research, and extension, and maintains a horticulture research facility of 57 acres and a turf grass research farm of 7 acres near the campus. In addition, the department operates an 80-acre experimental field in Wichita, an 80-acre pecan experimental field near Chetopa, and a vegetable research field of 10 acres in eastern Kansas near DeSoto. Excellent greenhouse and controlled environmental facilities of nearly 25,000 square feet are available for teaching and research.
Kansas State University offers bachelor’s degree completion programs, master’s degrees, a Ph.D. degree, and certificate and endorsement programs through distance education technologies that allow you to complete your education while working full time and remaining in your community. K-State is a Big 12 University and is dedicated to providing a quality learning experience, affordable tuition rates, and a reputation as an accredited, nationally recognized distance education provider.