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The University of Kansas
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  • 4 Year
  • LAWRENCE, KS

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Overall Niche Grade
  1. Academics
    grade A minus
  2. Value
    grade B+
  3. Diversity
    grade A
  4. Campus
    grade A
  5. Athletics
    grade A+
  6. Party Scene
    grade A+
  7. Professors
    grade A
  8. Location
    grade A
  9. Dorms
    grade B
  10. Campus Food
    grade A minus
  11. Student Life
    grade A+
  12. Safety
    grade B

About

STRONG HALL 1450 JAYHAWK BLVD ROOM 230
LAWRENCE, KS 66045
Athletic Division
NCAA Division I-FBS
Athletic Conference
Big 12 Conference
From The University of Kansas

The University of Kansas takes pride in supporting our community to enhance careers and increase earning potential. We value our top-ranked programs and renowned research facilities but recognize our success comes from the award-winning faculty and students who call KU home – along with more than 350,000 alumni around the globe. KU is one of only 35 public universities in the distinguished Association of American Universities and is attended by students from all 50 states and 114 countries. At KU, you find a healthy and inclusive learning environment on campus and online that welcomes diversity. With over 400 degree and certificate programs to choose from, studying at KU helps you pursue your interests and take action toward a promising future.

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The University of Kansas Rankings

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Admissions

Application Deadline
Rolling Admissions
Acceptance Rate
92%
SAT Range
1090-1330
ACT Range
21-29
Application Fee
$40
SAT/ACT
Considered but not required
High School GPA
Required
Accepts Common App
Yes

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Cost

Net Price
$18,608 / year
National
$15,523
Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$10,408 / year
National
$7,535
Students Receiving Financial Aid
86%

Scholarship

Academics

Professors
grade A
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
7:1
Evening Degree Programs
Yes
79%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 160 responses
76%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 182 responses
62%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 182 responses

Majors

The Rock Chalk Chant

academic spotlight

“Rock Chalk” may sound like nonsense, but there’s much more to the famous KU chant than you probably realize. It began as the yell for the KU Science Club in the 1880s – “Rah rah Jayhawk, go KU.” The chant eventually turned into “Rock Chalk, Jayhawk, KU,” a reference to the chalk rock native to the region. Now, this historic chant is a rally for KU pride. Learn more about KU traditions below.

Online

Programs Offered Entirely Online
7
Offers Online Courses
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
0
Online Associates Programs
0
Online Bachelor's Programs
7
How Students Learn
  • Mix of Online and on Campus
    52%
  • On Campus
    43%
  • Online
    5%

Students

Full-Time Enrollment
16,618 Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
2,540
Undergrads Over 25
8%
Pell Grant
20%
Varsity Athletes
3%
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on 133 responses
  • Diverse students
    32%
  • Average
    25%
  • Upper middle class
    24%
  • Well off
    13%
  • A lot of diversity in characteristics
    4%
  • Outgoing
    2%

Campus Life

Freshmen Live On-Campus
No data available  
Poll
44%
of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join. 250 responses
Poll
60%
of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life. 292 responses
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
Based on 135 responses
  • Rock Chalk, Jayhawk!
    74%
  • Everything I could have asked for & expensive
    9%
  • EXPENSIVE
    6%
  • Everything I could have asked for
    5%
  • Family
    2%
  • Social>Academics
    1%
  • Fast-paced
    1%

After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$48,800 / year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
66%
National
49%
Employed 2 Years After Graduation
94%
National
83%
85%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. 104 responses

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