Master of Science in Hospitality Administration
Advance your career while balancing your professional and personal commitments. Our Master of Science in Hospitality Administration offers two flexible pathways: a 100% online program through K-State Online or a hybrid, on-campus option for students who want the resident experience with added flexibility.
Whether you’re seeking advancement in your current organization, planning to pivot into new sectors, or preparing for a career in teaching and research, this program equips you with the leadership, analytical, and strategic skills to succeed.
Both options provide personalized guidance from your major professor (coursework-only option) or a supervisory committee (thesis option) who will help you design your program of study, monitor progress, and oversee your success.
Choose Your Path
- Coursework-only Option: Designed for working professionals who want advanced knowledge without a research thesis. Ideal for those seeking career advancement in industry leadership and applied roles.
- Thesis Option: Best suited for students interested in research, academic careers, or future doctoral studies. This option includes completing and defending a master’s thesis under the guidance of your major professor and supervisory committee.
What You’ll Gain
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the program are prepared for leadership, specialist, and academic roles, including:
- Hotel or Resort General Manager
- Food & Beverage Director
- Event & Conference Director
- Hospitality Operations Analyst
- Hospitality/Event Sales & Marketing Manager
- Revenue or Yield Manager
- Guest Experience Director
- Human Resources or Training & Development Manager
- Destination & Attractions Management
- Faculty in Community Colleges or Teaching-Focused Universities
- The fall master's student admission deadline is July 15. This is to allow processing time through the Graduate School before the semester starts.
- The spring master's student admission deadline is December 1.
- International students have deadlines set by the Graduate School - January 8 for Fall admission and August 1 for Spring admission.
- Interviews are not required for admission
- We do not admit in summer.
- A cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale or GPA of 3.0 in the last 60 hours of coursework.
- Submit an application for admission to the Kansas State University Graduate School for the Hospitality Administration program along with a domestic application fee of $65 or an international application fee of $75, as required by the Graduate School. Your application must include the following documents:
- Personal statement
- Three professional references and letters of recommendation
- Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
- Resume
- Official English Proficiency Scores (international applicants only)
- Your personal statement should include your motivation for pursuing a graduate degree, career goals, your research interests, and the faculty member(s) you’d like to work under (if choosing thesis track), and any additional pertinent information you would like to share about your personal, academic, and/or professional experiences.
- NOTE: The GRE is not required for master's admission
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Questions?
Contact the Graduate Advisor for questions regarding the program or admissions.