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University of Kansas

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University of Kansas: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    The University of Kansas is a public research university in the United States with a main campus in Lawrence and several branch and research sites across Kansas. It suits students who want a large public institution with bachelor’s study options and access to a high-research environment.

  2. What you can study

    Bachelor’s-level study is available in Allied Health Sciences, Biology, Business, Chemistry, Communication, Criminal Justice, and Data Science. The university also operates medical, research, and education sites in several Kansas locations, but the programme catalogue should be checked on the official website for current details and availability.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply for the degree and campus they want, then check the official website for entry requirements, required documents, deadlines, and any country-specific instructions. Because the published details do not list admissions rules for international students, confirm the current process with the admissions office before applying.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee range for international students; confirm the current rate with its admissions office. Living costs will depend on where you live in Kansas, your housing choice, and daily spending.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The university does not publish a language of instruction in the available details, so confirm that on the official website before applying. Before moving, check visa steps, document requirements, housing, health coverage, and whether you are applying to Lawrence or one of the other Kansas locations.

  6. How it compares

    Among 2,515 universities in the country, this is a public institution with a research-university profile and a main campus in Lawrence, plus multiple branch and research sites. That makes it a stronger fit for students who want a multi-campus public university rather than a single-site college, especially if they want bachelor’s study connected to a research setting.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them β€” always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about University of Kansas

What type of university is the University of Kansas?

It is a public research university.

Where is the main campus?

The main campus is in Lawrence, Kansas.

What degree levels are listed?

Bachelor's Degree is listed.

What subjects are listed as examples of study?

Allied Health Sciences, Biology, Business, Chemistry, Communication, Criminal Justice, and Data Science are listed.

Overview

The University of Kansas (KU) is a public research university with its main campus in Lawrence, Kansas, United States. It is governed by the Kansas Board of Regents. Two branch campuses are in the Kansas City metropolitan area on the Kansas side: the university's medical school and hospital in Kansas City, Kansas; and the Edwards Campus in Overland Park. There are also educational and research sites in Garden City, Hays, Leavenworth, Parsons, and Topeka, an agricultural education center in rural north Douglas County, and branches of the medical school in Salina and Wichita. The university is a member of the Association of American Universities and classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities – Very high research activity".

Programs at University of Kansas

14 programs across 4 study levels.

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree Professional Accounting & Finance

Accounting

University of Kansas

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Engineering

Aerospace Engineering

University of Kansas

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

American Studies

University of Kansas

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Anthropology

University of Kansas

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Applied Behavioral Science

University of Kansas

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time

Other

Professional Accounting & Finance

Actuarial Science

University of Kansas

πŸŽ“ Full Time
Arts, Design & Architecture

Animation

University of Kansas

πŸŽ“ Full Time

Professional

Master's Degree

Master's Degree Arts, Design & Architecture

Architecture

University of Kansas

⏱ 1–2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

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Indicative living cost

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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for United States.

Scholarships at University of Kansas

Partial

Leadership Scholarship

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A one-time scholarship for first-semester freshman who meet the leadership and academic criteria.

Open Due 15 Apr 2026

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance β€” verify with official sources before applying.

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