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Lawrence Colleges, Universities, Trade and Vocational Schools

Lawrence Colleges and Schools

Colleges in Lawrence, Kansas

There are at least 3 colleges in Lawrence, listed and described below. These schools represent 29,463 or more students (full-time and part-time), a combined student body equivalent to 24,386 full-time students, and a reported 6,061 dorm rooms.

Nearby cities and towns have as many or more colleges or students than Lawrence; see particularly Topeka, and Olathe colleges.

Please also check for colleges in the nearby cities and towns, shown at the left. We also provide an extensive list of Kansas Colleges.

Of Note For College Students

  • Lawrence is notable for the large percent of its residents with college degrees.
  • There are a lot of studio and one-bedroom apartments in Lawrence.
  • A lot of people walk and bicycle in Lawrence.

Featured Colleges in Lawrence (QuickSchools™)

We call these QuickSchools -- Our term for schools with flexible schedules, simple applications, online info request forms, and very rapid response to requests for info.

Pinnacle Career Institute
Lawrence, Kansas

Get your career started with an education from Pinnacle Career Institute. We offer certificate and associate degree programs for careers in the fields of business, alternative energy, health care, fitness, technology, HVAC, and electronics.

  • Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Engineering Technician, Mechanics And Repair, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Nutrition And Exercise Therapy, Therapy And Counseling
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Certificate, Diploma

Colleges in Lawrence with Selective Admissions

These schools do not admit all qualified applicants.
Based on 2008-2009 information.

Haskell Indian Nations University
155 Indian Ave
Lawrence, Kansas 66046-4800

  • Programs: Several programs. Most popular include: business management, general studies, Native American studies, natural sciences, elementary school teaching, environmental science, health and physical education, public administration.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's.
  • Student Body: 894 students, 778 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 804 student capacity.
  • Flexibility: AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

University of Kansas
Lawrence, Kansas 66045

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: psychology, journalism, accounting, social work, speech and rhetoric, business management, political science, English.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 28,569 students, 23,608 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 5,257 student capacity.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

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Colleges in Nearby Cities and Towns

(Student count includes part-time and full-time; not all students live in the city or town. Data as of 2007.)

City/TownCollegesPop.
(2000)
StudentsDorms
Olathe Colleges392,9621,919699
Topeka Colleges5122,3777,603674

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