Located in the heart of the scenic Flint Hills, Emporia State University is in close proximity to the three major metropolitan areas of Kansas – Wichita, Topeka and Kansas City. It was established in 1863 as the state’s first school for training teachers.

Serving 6,500 students in nationally recognized academic programs, ESU is a premier comprehensive university focused on academic excellence, student success, leadership, and community and global engagement.

Emporia State offers outstanding academic programs, with many opportunities for academic and activity scholarships as well as talent awards. All students can expand their learning experience outside the classroom in 130+ student clubs and organizations. A number of student services are provided through a range of offices and centers on campus and online. They are staffed with dedicated people who provide support for student success.

Providing undergraduate educational opportunities designed to meet the broad goals of basic skill development and general education, ESU offers a variety of programs in art and sciences, business, education, and library and information management. All graduate programs serve needs and provide leadership within the region, the state and the Great Plains area. Moreover, the University offers programs of national distinction in Education and in Library and Information Management and offers the Ph.D. in Library and Information Management.

Academic majors offered at the University, prepare students to enter an increasingly competitive global society. With the help of their instructors students develop critical thinking skills, learn how to work with others and are challenged to improve both academically and personally. A comprehensive group of undergraduate and graduate majors are also offered. Moreover, most programs lead to licensure or endorsements in various fields of study and professional work.