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The University of Kansas - Main Campus, also referred to as KU or just Kansas, is a public research university. This main campus is located in Lawrence, Kansas City, atop Mount Oread. The institution, established in 1865, currently offers admission to over 25,000 students every year. The university is well known for its various degree programs in liberal arts.
The sports teams of the University of Kansas - Main Campus are known as the Jayhawks. The athletics department offers sports programs in football, basketball, track and field, and baseball.
The University of Kansas - Main Campus has produced many notable personalities. The first female US Senator, Nancy Landon Kassebaum, was an alumnus of this institution. George L. Brown, the first African-American Lieutenant Governor in the United States, also attended this university.
University Of Kansas is in a small city, in Lawrence, Kansas. The school is classified as a public college. Students at University Of Kansas earn degrees up to the Doctoral degree.
The most common major fields study at the school include liberal arts.
University Of Kansas does not admit all applicants. The school attracts a fair number of students from out of state.
Some professors at University Of Kansas are awarded tenure, allowing the school to retain good faculty members. Faculty salaries at the school are higher than most.
University Of Kansas, in 2005, had 26,934 students (23,595 full-time equivalent).
Athletic teams at the school belong to the Big Twelve Conference for major sports.
More complete details are provided below.
University Of Kansas Main Campus
Lawrence, KS 66045
General Phone: (785) 864-2700
Admissions Phone: (785) 864-3911
Financial Aid Phone: (785) 864-4700
http://www.ku.edu
University Of Kansas awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 1,290 | speech and rhetoric, English, economics, political science, history, Spanish language, sociology, anthropology, ... |
| Business And Management | 658 | business, accounting, business management, finance, marketing |
| Education And Teaching | 531 | curriculum and instruction, special ed, physical education teaching, elementary school teaching, secondary teaching, higher education administration, art education, education courses, ... |
| Therapy And Counseling | 483 | psychology, behavioral sciences, communication disorders, counseling psychology, community health services, clinical child psychology, music therapy, school psychology, ... |
| Science | 401 | biology, biological and biomedical sciences, chemistry, biochem/biophysics/molecular biology, geology, microbiology, physics, atmospheric sciences, ... |
| Engineering | 321 | mechanical engineering, civil engineering, engineering management, electrical engineering, chemical engineering, aerospace engineering, architectural engineering, environmental engineering, ... |
| Media | 317 | journalism |
| Family And Social Work | 270 | social work, public administration |
| Law | 190 | law |
| Medicine | 178 | pharmacy, pharmaceutics and drug design, pharmaceutical chemistry, clinical/hospital pharmacy, neuroscience |
| Architecture And Planning | 142 | architecture, architectural history, urban planning |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 133 | health and physical education, athletic trainer |
| Design | 117 | design and visual communication |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 103 | computer and info science, computer engineering |
| Fine Arts | 95 | art history and criticism, fine arts |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 81 | drama, dance |
| Music | 59 | music |
| Mathematics | 49 | mathematics |
| Religion And Philosophy | 39 | philosophy, religion |
| Medical Support And Technology | 31 | speech pathology |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 23 | environmental studies |
| Real Estate And Construction Management | 1 | construction management |
Number of programs and degrees for University Of Kansas in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 3,647 | 72 |
| Master's degree | 1,292 | 78 |
| First-professional degree | 339 | 2 |
| Doctor's degree | 223 | 47 |
| Post-master's certificate | 11 | 1 |
In 2005, University Of Kansas had a total enrollment of 26,934 students (23,595 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 49% |
| Women | 51% |
| Full-Time | 98% |
| Part-Time | 2% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 74% |
| Graduate | 23% |
| First Professional | 3% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 79% |
| Black | 3% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 3% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Other Races | 3% |
| (Foreign Students) | 7% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 26% |
| 20-21 | 29% |
| 22-24 | 22% |
| 25-29 | 11% |
| 30-34 | 5% |
| 35-39 | 2% |
| 40-49 | 3% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Kansas | 70% |
| Missouri | 7% |
| Illinois | 5% |
| Texas | 3% |
| Minnesota | 2% |
| Nebraska | 2% |
| Foreign countries | 2% |
| Oklahoma | 1% |
| Iowa | 1% |
| Colorado | 1% |
| California | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 83 % |
| Part-Time | 48 % |
University Of Kansas offers campus housing for 5,135 of its 23,595 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Lawrence, Kansas for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Kansas Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 10,442 | 7,228 | 69% | 4,269 | 59% |
| Men | 4,951 | 3,411 | 69% | 2,085 | 61% |
| Women | 5,491 | 3,817 | 70% | 2,184 | 57% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Verbal | 21 | 27 |
| ACT Math | 20 | 27 |
| ACT Composite | 21 | 27 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 99% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Admissions Phone Number: (785) 864-3911
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 4,824 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 13,277 |
| Room and board | $ 5,502 |
| Room charge | $ 2,752 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,750 |
| Books and supplies | $ 750 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,438 |
Financial Aid:
University Of Kansas participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 194800)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (785) 864-4700
University Of Kansas has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 536 | 173 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 128 | 116 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 102 | 71 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 8 | $101,626 | 3 | $83,444 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 6 | $78,622 | 8 | $70,459 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 7 | $72,077 | 5 | $53,792 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 22 | $83,125 | 17 | $66,582 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 322 | $94,266 | 70 | $85,062 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 203 | $66,335 | 102 | $62,741 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 125 | $56,357 | 115 | $52,254 |
| Instructor | academic year | 0 | * | 2 | * |
| Lecturer | academic year | 10 | $43,894 | 12 | $29,220 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 660 | $77,732 | 301 | $62,462 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Big Twelve Conference |
| Basketball | Big Twelve Conference |
| Baseball | Big Twelve Conference |
| Track | Big Twelve Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2004):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 124 | 117 | 241 |
| Football | 74 | 0 | 74 |
| Track | 15 | 22 | 37 |
| Basketball | 13 | 8 | 21 |
| Baseball | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| All Other Sports | 13 | 87 | 100 |
ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING
Architectural History and Criticism, General
Architecture (BArch, BA/BS, MArch, MA/MS, PhD)
City/Urban, Community and Regional Planning
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
Finance, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Engineering, General
Computer and Information Sciences, General
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Studies
DESIGN
Design and Visual Communications, General
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Dance, General
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Art Teacher Education
Curriculum and Instruction
Education, Other
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
Higher Education/Higher Education Administration
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Secondary Education and Teaching
Special Education and Teaching, General
ENGINEERING
Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering
Architectural Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering, General
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Engineering Physics
Engineering Science
Engineering, Other
Engineering/Industrial Management
Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Petroleum Engineering
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Public Administration
Social Work
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
Fine/Studio Arts, General
LIBERAL ARTS
African Studies
American Indian/Native American Studies
American/United States Studies/Civilization
Ancient Studies/Civilization
Anthropology
Classics/Classical Languages, Lit & Linguistics, General
East Asian Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, General
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
Geography
Germanic Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, General
History, General
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
International/Global Studies
Latin American Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Linguistics
Museology/Museum Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Russian Studies
Slavic Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
Speech and Rhetorical Studies
Women's Studies
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist
MEDICINE
Clinical, Hospital, and Managed Care Pharmacy (MS, PhD)
Medicinal and Pharmaceutical Chemistry (MS, PhD)
Neuroscience
Pharmaceutics and Drug Design (MS, PhD)
Pharmacy (PharmD [USA], PharmD or BS/BPharm [Canada])
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
Health and Physical Education, General
REAL ESTATE AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
Construction Management
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Astronomy
Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology, General
Biochemistry/Biophysics and Molecular Biology
Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Botany/Plant Biology
Chemistry, General
Ecology, Evolution, Systematics and Population Biology, Other
Entomology
Geology/Earth Science, General
Hydrology and Water Resources Science
Microbiology, General
Molecular Biology
Pharmacology and Toxicology
Physics, General
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Behavioral Sciences
Clinical Child Psychology
Communication Disorders, General
Community Health Services/Liaison/Counseling
Counseling Psychology
Educational Psychology
Music Therapy/Therapist
Psychology, General
School Psychology
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets University Of Kansas Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 6% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| % of degrees in drama and performing arts (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 9% | |
| % of degrees in fine arts (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in design (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in architecture and planning (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 17% | |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 17% | |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services On-campus day care Option to study abroad Offers campus housing Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army, navy, air force) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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