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University of Kansas

Lawrence, KS • public • I | Big 12
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Acceptance
88.2%
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Grad Rate
69%
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Cost
$25,716 / $44,046

Overview

Institution Type
public
Campus Setting
Urban (City: Small)
Student Population
Undergrad: 22,216 • Total: 30,885
Academic Calendar
Semester
Address
Lawrence, KS
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Website
ku.edu
Region
Plains
Carnegie Classification
R1: Doctoral Universities – Very High Research Activity

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 10,384 (46.7%) • Female: 11,832 (53.3%)

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
88.2%
16,958 admitted from 19,226 applicants
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 530-650
Math: 520-640
Total: 1050-1290
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
21-27
Application Types Offered
RD —
Application Requirements
—
Application Fee
$40
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
Rolling: Rolling

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
68.8%
4-Year Graduation Rate
53.7%
Freshman Retention Rate
85.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
In-State
$25,716
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Out-of-State
$44,046
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
In-state: $10,968
Out-of-state: $29,298
Room & Board
$11,358
Books & Supplies
$3,390
Students Receiving Pell Grants
20%

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
I
Conference
Big 12
Men's Sports (5)
Baseball (FBS) Basketball (FBS) Football (FBS) Golf (FBS) Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) (FBS)
Women's Sports (9)
Basketball Golf Rowing Soccer Softball Swimming and Diving (combined) Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball
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Common questions about University of Kansas

What is University of Kansas's acceptance rate?
University of Kansas accepts 88% of applicants, from 19,226 applications.
How much does University of Kansas cost?
Tuition and fees are $10,968 in-state and $29,298 out-of-state.
What ACT score do you need for University of Kansas?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 21 and 27 on the ACT.
What is University of Kansas's graduation rate?
69% of students graduate within six years.