University of Kansas
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About University of Kansas
School Type: Public
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
The University of Kansas is a large public university located on an urban campus in Lawrence, Kansas. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 20,696, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 88%. The university offers 107 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 69%, and a student-faculty ratio of 17:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $10,294, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $27,500.
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Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Letter of recommendationNot considered for admission, even if submitted
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRecommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Implied no
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile21-27
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1050-1290
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
29k
Students enrolled
48%
Online student enrollment
17:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
48%
Unknown
0%
Black
3%
Hispanic
7%
Two or more races
4%
Non-U.S. Citizen
2%
Asian
4%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
15% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
61
Total Online Enrollment
13,590
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.48% online, 52% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
87% On-campus
13% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates23% online
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor's10% online
Graduate Certificate22% online
Master's13% online
Doctorate6% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $10,294 | $27,500 |
| Graduate | $10,488 | $25,150 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,224 |
| On-campus room and board | $10,818 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,004 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $10,936 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $1,386 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $1,386 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $24,340 | $41,546 |
| Off-campus without family | $23,840 | $41,046 |
| Off-campus with family | $12,904 | $30,110 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
21%
State Grant Aid
15%
Institution Grant Aid
85%
Pell Grant
15%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$21k
Average student debtafter graduation
$45k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Rowing
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming Diving
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Architecture And Related Services. | |||
| 2 | Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, And Group Studies. | |||
| 3 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 4 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 5 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 6 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 7 | Education. | |||
| 8 | Engineering. | |||
| 9 | Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians. | |||
| 10 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 11 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 12 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 13 | History. | |||
| 14 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 15 | Legal Professions And Studies. | |||
| 16 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 17 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 18 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 19 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 20 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 21 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 22 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 23 | Psychology. | |||
| 24 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 25 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 26 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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