University of Kansas (KU) is a four-year, public school located in Lawrence, KS. It is classified as Research University with very high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R1 University comparison page.

The KU's 2024 tuition & fees is $11,700 for Kansas residents and $29,412 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 75% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $10,373.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 26,708 and the students to faculty ratio is 17 to 1 (5.88%).

KU's acceptance rate is 88.00% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 31.00%. The median SAT scores is 1160 and the ACT socre is 24.

KU ranked 206th in National Universities and 8th in Kansas Colleges rankings. University of Kansas is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.

2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of University of Kansas is $11,700 for in-state students and $29,412 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2024 tuition & fees is $11,574 for in-state students and $26,236 for out-of-state students.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $12,258 for Kansas residents and $30,857 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $12,127 for Kansas residents and $27,524 for out-of-state students.

In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$11,700$29,412
Graduate$11,574$26,236
In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$12,258$30,857
Graduate$12,127$27,524

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.


Admission Key Statistics

Acceptance Rate »88.00% Acceptance Rate / 31.00% Yield
Test Scores »1,160 SAT / 24 ACT
Graduation Rate »67%
Transfer-out Rate23%
Retention Rate85%(full-time), 58% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio5.88% (17 to 1)
Student Population »26,708 (19,241 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$10,373

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

University of Kansas offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.

Special Learning Opportunities at KU
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy, NAVY, Air Force
Weekend/Evening CollegeYes
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenYes

University of Kansas Directory Information

AddressStrong Hall, 1450 Jayhawk Blvd, Room 230, Lawrence, KS 66045
Phone785-864-2700
WEBSchool's Website
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Online ApplicationApply Online
Financial AidDeadlines and Applications
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Veterans TuitionVeterans Benefit Information
AthleticAthletic Team Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-year, public
Carnegie CategoryResearch University (very high research activity)
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree

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