University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS. Admissions numbers, deadlines, cost and your chances of getting in, by round.
| Location | Lawrence, KS · Small city |
|---|---|
| Type | Public |
| Undergraduates | 21,217 |
| Acceptance rate | 93% |
| SAT (middle 50%, reported) | 1090–1340 · 9% submit |
| SAT estimated for all students | 1080–1330 |
| ACT (middle 50%) | 21–28 |
| Testing policy | Optional |
| Graduation rate | 69% |
| First-year retention | 85% |
| Student–faculty ratio | 17:1 |
| Cost of attendance | $26,751 in-state · $45,081 out-of-state |
| Application fee | $40 |
Application deadlines (2026–27)
- Regular Decision: Rolling
Most popular majors: Business, Health professions & nursing, Engineering, Communications, Biology.
University of Kansas campus map
On campus
David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium, Higuchi Hall, Multidisciplinary Research Building, Shenk Recreational Sports Complex, Foley Hall, Simons Biosciences Research Laboratories, Bridwell Botany Research Laboratory Herbarium, McCollum Laboratories, Allen Fieldhouse.
Around campus
- Places to eat: Wingstop, Taylor's Donuts, Domino's, Biemer's BBQ, Sohao Buffet, DQ Grill & Chill
- Coffee: Tad's Hawaiian Shaved Ice, Munchers Bakery, Scooter's Coffee, Starbucks, 1900 Barker Bakery & Cafe, Repetition Coffee
- Nightlife: The Wagon Wheel, Crimson and Brews, Empire Pubcade and Venue, The Hawk Tavern, Jayhawk Cafe, The Crossing at 14Tenn
- Shops: Rally House, Saint John's Rummage House, Footprints, Barrister Books
- Museums and culture: Lawrence Arts Center, the percolator, Turnhalle Building, Lawrence Public Library
- Groceries: QuikTrip, Dillons, Dillons Pharmacy
- Parks: Quarry Park, Water Tower Park, Carl Knox Natatorium, Veterans Park, Centennial Park, Lawrence Community Garden
Nearest train: Lawrence.
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