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93.10%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

86%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

17:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

76

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$8,671

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University of Kansas

7401 Metcalf, Overland Park, KS

University of Kansas (KU) is a public research and teaching college with one main campus and multiple satellite campuses.  KU offers high-tech laboratories, interactive classrooms, and several performance venues and athletic arenas.  The university's illustrious alumni include the inventor of basketball, Pulitzer Prize winners, astronauts, governors, artists, and a Nobel Prize winner.

Often referred to as "the castle on the hill," KU's scenic main campus of red-roofed buildings and forested hills is located at the top Mount Oread in Lawrence, Kansas.  The KU has strong academic programs, and offers more than 190 undergraduate majors, numerous master's level degrees and more than 12 graduate and professional doctoral degree programs.

History

KU was founded in 1866 as The Kansas State University.  The university's first major building was completed in 1872. Old Fraser Hall, designed by renowned architect John G. Haskell, came to symbolize KU.  This structure was, however, later torn down due to structural problems. 

In 1873, 23-year-old Flora Richardson became the university's first female graduate.  She was also class valedictorian that year.

Academics

The University of Kansas academic calendar follows the semester system, with fall and spring semesters, and a summer term.

Colleges and Schools

  • School of Allied Health
  • School of Architecture, Design and Planning
  • School of Arts
  • School of Business
  • School of Education
  • School of Engineering
  • School of Journalism and Mass Communications
  • School of Law
  • School of Medicine
  • School of Music
  • School of Nursing
  • School of Pharmacy
  • School of Social Welfare
  • College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Student Life

There are 642 student groups, clubs, and organizations currently registered at KU, including intramural sports leagues and local chapters of fraternities and sororities. There is plenty to get involved in at KU. The Student Involvement and Leadership Center has more information about groups, events, and service and leadership opportunities for students.

Athletics

The Kansas "Jayhawks" athletic teams compete in 16 intercollegiate sports, including:

Men's Sports:

  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Cross Country
  • Football
  • Golf
  • Track and Field

Women's Sports:

  • Basketball
  • Cross Country
  • Golf
  • Rowing
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Swimming and Diving
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field
  • Volleyball

Satellite Campuses

In addition to its beautiful Lawrence Campus, the University of Kansas has several satellite campuses that include:

  • The University of Kansas Medical Center (Kansas City, Kansas)
  • The University of Kansas School of Medicine - Wichita (Wichita, Kansas)
  • The University of Kansas, Edwards Campus (Overland Park, Kansas)
  • Life Span Institute at Parsons (Parsons, Kansas)
  • The University of Kansas Public Management Center (Topeka, Kansas)
  • Juniper Gardens Children's Project (Kansas City, Kansas)
  • Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center (Hutchinson, Kansas)
  • School of Medicine - Salina (Salina, Kansas)

Community Life

Students at KU and the local community can enjoy many renowned performing arts venues that offer music, dance and theatre.  KU is also home to an excellent archives collection, as well as the many art, plant and animal specimen collections that are open to the public.

Admission Requirements & Details

The admissions information below may provide a better idea of the candidates University of Kansas accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • AP Course Credits

Student Enrollment

The total student enrollment at University of Kansas is about 28,000. The enrollment breakdown by academic level is 15% enrolling as graduate students and 71% as undergraduate students.

$18,400

Estimated Costs & Financial Aid

The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $18,400. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $40 application fee for students applying to the school. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition & Fees Information

  • Tuition estimates per year:
    • In-State Tuition: $10,000-$12,000
    • Nonresident Student Tuition: $27,000-$32,350
  • Charges per unit:
    • In-State: $340-$400 per unit
    • Out-of-State: $900-$1,100 per unit

Financial Aid Details

The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.

 Percent of StudentsAverage Amount
Any Financial Aid86%-
Receiving Grants & Scholarships75%$9,096
Receiving Student Loans47%$7,130
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help support students, University of Kansas may provide services like those listed below:

  • Online course work available
  • Night and weekend classes available
  • Counseling assistance
  • Work study style employment
  • Assistance to find work
  • Day care

Specialized Programs & Accreditations

Campus: University of Kansas

  • Art and Design Program
  • Clinical Audiology (Au.D.) Program
  • Clinical Psychology (Ph.D.) Program
  • Counseling Psychology (Ph.D.) Program
  • English Language Program
  • Law Program
  • Music Program
  • Pharmacy (Pharm. D.) Program
  • School Psychology (Ph.D.) Program
  • Speech-Language Pathology Program
  • Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program

Campus: University of Kansas Medical Center Wichita

  • Pharmacy (Pharm. D.) Program
    • * Accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (since 1939)

Intercollegiate Athletics

University of Kansas is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division I-FBS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (Big Twelve Conference)
  • Basketball (Big Twelve Conference)
  • Track and Field (Big Twelve Conference)
  • Football (Big Twelve Conference)
  • Golf
  • Rowing
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Swimming and Diving
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball
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Programs Offered

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