University of Kansas

Summary

Quick Stats

1502 Iowa Street
Lawrence, KS 66045-7576

Phone: (785) 864-3911

Tuition:

$8,732 in-state

$21,539 out-of-state

Students:

20,343 enrolled

Admissions:

April 1 application deadline

April 1 accepted

University of Kansas is a public institution that was founded in 1866. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 20,343, its setting is urban, and the campus size is 1,000 acres. It utilizes a semester-based academic calendar. University of Kansas's ranking in the 2012 edition of Best Colleges is National Universities, 101. Its in-state tuition and fees are $8,732 (2010-11); out-of-state tuition and fees are $21,539 (2010-11).

School mission (as provided by the school):

The University of Kansas is a major public comprehensive research and teaching university. KU offers the highest-quality academic programs (130 undergraduate and 220 masters, doctorate, and professional degree programs.) The academic programs are supported by 12 libraries and several museums including art and natural history. Top ranked programs in public administration and special education provide outstanding undergraduate and graduate academic opportunities. Excellent programs in law, medicine, pharmacy, and other fields prepare students for professional careers. More than 100 international study and cooperative research programs are available. Service opportunities throughout the university involve students with the community. The student population is 14% minority and comes from all 50 states and many foreign countries. The university provides a full range of student services, on-campus housing, and many part-time employment opportunities.

General Information

School type - public, coed college

Year founded - 1866

Religious affiliation - N/A

Academic calendar - semester

Setting - urban

2010 Endowment - $1,070,813,435

Applying

Selectivity - more selective

Fall 2010 acceptance rate - 93%

Application deadline - April 1

SAT/ACT scores must be received by - May 1

Academic Life

Class sizes - Class sizes

Student-faculty ratio - 20:1

4-year graduation rate - 32% - Medium

Five most popular majors for 2010 graduates -

Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services 13%
Health Professions and Related Programs 11%
Social Sciences 10%
Visual and Performing Arts 8%
Engineering 7%