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University of Kansas: Overview, Rankings, Fees & Courses

Q: Is the GRE mandatory for the University of Kansas?

No, the GRE is not mandatory for the University of Kansas. However, the university recommends master's and PhD students take exams and submit scores to create a positive impact on their resumes. Along with the GRE scores, students must submit documents, such as writing samples, a personal statement, test scores, GPA scores, a letter of recommendation, a CV/resume, and more.

Q: How much do the MBA graduates of the University of Kansas earn?

At the University of Kansas, the median salary for graduates of the KU Business School is in the range USD 56,000 - USD 68,000 (INR 46 L - INR 56 L). Given below is the median salary by degree for the University of Kansas MBA graduates: Degree Median Salary Salary in INR Accounting (Bachelor's) USD 63,000 INR 52 L Accounting (Master's) USD 67,500 INR 56 L Business Administration & Management USD 56,000 INR 46 L Business Analytics USD 64,000 INR 53 L Finance USD 68,000 INR 56 L Information Systems USD 72,500 INR 60 L Marketing USD 57,500 INR 48 L Supply Chain Management USD 60,000 INR 50 L Conversion Rate: 1 USD = INR 83.50

Q: Is the University of Kansas good for international students?

University of Kansas is a top public university in the US and has an overall ranking of A in Shiksha Grading. It offers more than 400 programs for students to choose from, and its Medical Center is one of only 26 universities in the US to be recognised with national designation by the National Institutes of Health for Cancer center, Alzheimer's disease center, and Clinical and translational Science institute. Kansas University infrastructure is remarkable and offers various labs such as Engineering labs, Composite Materials Labs, Biofuels Research Suite, Engine Test Cell, Multi-use Innovation Labs and Greenhouse, Sustainable Building Labs and more. University of Kansas also offers a vibrant campus life to all its students. With the Kansas University acceptance rate of 88%, it is also a very easy university to get into. Hence, students must consider the University of Kansas when considering study abroad options.

Q: Which famous people have graduated from the University of Kansas?

University of Kansas has a remarkable alumni network that further adds to its rising popularity. It has proved conducive to launching the dreams of many notable personalities. Some of the well-known names include: Wilt Chamberlain (Basketball player) Don Johnson (Actor) Mandy Patinkin (Director, Screenwriter) Scott Bakula (Actor, Producer) Iliza Shlesinger (Stand-up Comedian)

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Spring Intake Application Deadline (UG): Nov 15, 2024
Summer Intake Application Deadline (UG): Apr 15, 2025
Fall Intake Application Deadline (UG): Jun 1, 2025

Note: Uni of Kansas does not release any fixed deadlines for Master's courses. Students must go through the official website for the program-specific and graduate admissions deadlines.

University of Kansas Overview

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About the University of Kansas
University of Kansas Courses
University of Kansas Scholarships 2024
University of Kansas Admissions 2024
University of Kansas Fees
University of Kansas Student Reviews
University of Kansas Placements
University of Kansas Rankings 2024
University of Kansas College comparison
Studying in USA
University of Kansas Notable Alumni
Kansas Vs Kansas State Vs Missouri
University of Kansas FAQs

About the University of Kansas

Established in 1865, University of Kansas is a globally renowned public university located in Lawrence, Kansas, United States. Uni Kansas is one of only 26 universities in US to be recognized with national designation by the National Institutes of Health for Cancer Center, Alzheimer's Disease Center, and Clinical and Translational Science Institute. According to the Shiksha grading, the overall ranking of the University of Kansas is B++. A few Uni of Kansas majors, namely Biology, and Civil Engineering have obtained the B subject rankings. 7 Pulitzer Prize winners, 5 NASA astronauts, 3 Nobel Prize laureates, and many other scholars have graduated from the university.
About the University of Kansas

The University of Kansas owns a total of five campuses, with its main campus in Lawrence, Kansas. Other Kansas University campuses are KU Medical Center, Kansas City, Medical Campus, Wichita, and Medical Campus, Salina. Currently, the university hosts over 1,700 international students, who represent more than 100 countries around the globe. For University of Kansas admissions, international students must meet the English proficiency requirements as well as the entry requirements. Also, the University of Kansas acceptance rate stands at 88%, which indicates that securing admission in this university is not the most competitive affair. The University of Kansas placement rate stands at 97.5%, which indicates that 95 out of every 100 graduates get employed within 3 months of graduation. Based on data researched from the web, the graduate students of the university are working in companies, such as Burns & McDonnell, Black & Veatch, Lockton, Amazon, Kiewet, etc. Some of the top industries where the students are working are Business Administration & Management, Psychology, Journalism, Business/Commerce, Political Science & Government, etc.

Things to Know about the University of Kansas

A few of the Things to Know about the University of Kansas are given below:

Particulars	Validation
University of Kansas Establishment	1856
University of Kansas Ranking	A by Shiksha Grading
University of Kansas GPA Requirements	3.25 on a 4.0 scale or 3.0 High School GPA
University of Kansas Top 3 Majors	· Psychology · Marketing Management · Finance
University of Kansas Acceptance Rate	88%
University of Kansas Public or Private	Public University
University of Kansas Placement Rate	97.5%

University of Kansas History

Originally known as Lawrence University, the University of Kansas came into existence in 1865. In 1866, the first class was held at Kansas University. In 1893, the University of Kansas Law School was founded. In 1905, the provision for awarding degrees in medicine began and by 1924, the school for hospital teaching shifted to the medical center.

In the academic-year 2023-24, Kansas Uni received over 19,000 applications. Out of these, more than 16,000 candidates enrolled in the university for their higher education. Hence, it can be concluded that with the Kansas University acceptance rate of 88%, the university is slightly competitive to get into. Given below is the trend of the Uni of Kansas acceptance rate in the recent years:

A detailed data of the applications received vs accepted is shown in the below graph:

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Year of establishment

1865

Also known as

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Total foreign students

2000

Campus size

850 acres

No. of campus

Scholarships available

Endowment value

USD 1 billion

Scholarships granted

14281

Scholarship amount granted

USD 148 million

Application fees

USD 85

English proficiency test

Required

Accepted exams

TOEFL
PTE
IELTS
GRE
+3 more

SAT/ACT accepted

Optional

Total faculty

3485

Faculty/Student ratio

UG/PG course ratio

1.11

Total criminal offences

628

Quick university statsInsights on student demographics, enrolment, and academic success

UG Race

Others

79%

Hispanic

Asian

Black

UG Age distribution

24 and under

93%

25 and over

UG Number of Applicant

16204

Overall Graduation Rate

0.67

UG Enrollment

19241

PG Enrollment

7466

Commonly asked questions
On Highlights

Q: Is the GRE mandatory for the University of Kansas?

No, the GRE is not mandatory for the University of Kansas. However, the university recommends master's and PhD students take exams and submit scores to create a positive impact on their resumes. Along with the GRE scores, students must submit documents, such as writing samples, a personal statement, test scores, GPA scores, a letter of recommendation, a CV/resume, and more.

Q: How much do the MBA graduates of the University of Kansas earn?

At the University of Kansas, the median salary for graduates of the KU Business School is in the range USD 56,000 - USD 68,000 (INR 46 L - INR 56 L). Given below is the median salary by degree for the University of Kansas MBA graduates:

Degree	Median Salary	Salary in INR
Accounting (Bachelor's)	USD 63,000	INR 52 L
Accounting (Master's)	USD 67,500	INR 56 L
Business Administration & Management	USD 56,000	INR 46 L
Business Analytics	USD 64,000	INR 53 L
Finance	USD 68,000	INR 56 L
Information Systems	USD 72,500	INR 60 L
Marketing	USD 57,500	INR 48 L
Supply Chain Management	USD 60,000	INR 50 L

Conversion Rate: 1 USD = INR 83.50

Q: Is the University of Kansas good for international students?

University of Kansas is a top public university in the US and has an overall ranking of A in Shiksha Grading. It offers more than 400 programs for students to choose from, and its Medical Center is one of only 26 universities in the US to be recognised with national designation by the National Institutes of Health for Cancer center, Alzheimer's disease center, and Clinical and translational Science institute. Kansas University infrastructure is remarkable and offers various labs such as Engineering labs, Composite Materials Labs, Biofuels Research Suite, Engine Test Cell, Multi-use Innovation Labs and Greenhouse, Sustainable Building Labs and more. University of Kansas also offers a vibrant campus life to all its students. With the Kansas University acceptance rate of 88%, it is also a very easy university to get into. Hence, students must consider the University of Kansas when considering study abroad options.

Q: Which is better, the University of Kansas or the University of Missouri?

If we look at the below statistics, the University of Missouri seems better than the University of Kansas in terms of global rankings, class experience, graduation rate, and more. Also, there is a slight difference in the tuition costs of both universities. The only scarcity that remains at the University of Missouri is the moderate acceptance rate that showcases the stringent admission procedure of the university, where KU is easy to get into with above-average performance.

Telling students which university is better than the other will be difficult as it depends on individual preferences, opportunities, career growth, and skills. Students can refer to the table below to compare both the universities:

Particulars	University of Kansas	University of Missouri
Acceptance Rate (2024)	88%	79%
US News Global ranking	#151	#124
Student/Faculty Ratio	17: 1	18:1
Graduation Rate	53%	55%

Q: Which is better and easier to get into, University of Kansas or Kansas State university?

University of Kansas as well as the Kansas State University are two well-known universities in US and great study abroad options for students. When it comes to rankings, University of Kansas beats Kansas State University with the rank #410 in QS World University Rankings for the year 2024. Whereas, the latter has been ranked in the range #851-900 in the same category. In US News & World Report University Rankings 2024, Kansas University again has an upper hand with rank #304 in Best Global Universities. Whereas, KSU has been ranked at the spot #507 in this category.

When it comes to admissions, with the Kansas State University acceptance rate of 95%, it is easier to get into. However, University of Kansas is also not competitive with the acceptance rate of 92.5%.

Mentioned below is the comparison between both the universities on the basis of some other parameters that can help you choose the better university for you:

Parameters	University of Kansas	Kansas State University
Acceptance Rate	92.5%	95%
Average GPA/Grades Required	3.2 GPA	3.25 GPA
Annual Tuition Fee (MS)	INR 9L - 57L	INR 14L

University of Kansas Courses

With 14 academic schools/college in its ambit, the University of Kansas offers more than 400 degree programs and certificate courses. University of Kansas courses are offered in leading fields of study, such as Architecture & Design, Arts, Business, Education & Human Sciences, Journalism & Mass Communication, Health Professions, Law, Liberal Arts & Sciences, Medicine, Music, Nursing, Pharmacy, Public Affairs & Administration, Social Welfare, and more.

As per the historical data of Kansas University alumni, some of the popular streams of study at the university include Business Administration & Management, Psychology, Journalism, Business/Commerce, Political Science & Government, and more.

Note: In the above pie chart, Others include Computer Science, Computational Science, Communication, National Security Policy Studies, and Organizational Leadership.

Top-ranked University of Kansas Courses

Most of the Kansas University courses are ranked in the B, C++ and C+ category by Shiksha Grading. Given below are the ranks attained by the top University of Kansas majors:

Courses at Kansas University	Shiksha Rankings 2024
Biology	B
Civil Engineering	B
Aerospace Engineering	C++
Biomedical Engineering	C++
Chemical Engineering	C++
Electrical Engineering	C++
Mathematics	C++
Physics	C++
Mechanical Engineering	C+
Business Economics	C

NOTE: What makes Shiksha Grading stand out is that the website uses the aggregate of all the publicly available university and course rankings from top-ranking publishers and maps it into 9 buckets - A++, A+, A, B++, B+, B, C++, C+, C. In this method, universities are graded by country and courses are graded by availability at the college in a particular country.

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BBA

13 Courses4 years

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37 Courses18 months - 3 years

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#47 US News

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1st year Tution Fees

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Jan' 25
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M.A.

25 Courses18 months - 3 years

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#301 THE

Exams Accepted

1st year Tution Fees

₹12.62 L - 30.76 L

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Q: Which majors is University of Kansas known for?

At the University of Kansas, international students can choose between more than 400 degree programs and certificate courses in leading fields of study. Given below is a pie chart representation of the top Uni of Kansas majors:

Note: In the above pie chart, Others include Computer Science, Computational Science, Communication, National Security Policy Studies, and Organizational Leadership.

Q: Is it worth pursuing MBA from the University of Kansas?

Master of Business Administration (MBA) is one of the best courses offered in the Uni of Kansas. With the help of this course, students get to develop communication skills, analytical and strategic thinking abilities, and leadership skills by getting to work in teams. Additionally, they also get the opportunity to act as professional consultants and meet with clients, scope projects, research solutions and present their findings directly to the business owners.

Given below are details of the University of Kansas MBA:

Particulars	Details
Duration	16 months
Annual Fee	INR 20 L - 30 L
Accreditation	Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)
Placement Rate	95% (within 3 months of graduation)
Specializations	Statistics and Decision Tools Managerial Economics Managing People Accounting Supply Chain Management Marketing Management International Business Kansas Small Business Projects Professional Skills Global Strategic Management Business Law & Ethics
Median Salary	USD 56,000 - USD 68,000 (INR 46 L - INR 56 L)

Conversion Rate: 1 USD = INR 83.50

University of Kansas Scholarships 2024

Uni of Kansas International Admissions offers various scholarships to their international undergraduate freshman and transfer students. All these scholarships are renewable and range from USD 3,000 to US 9,000 per year. Some of the most popular University of Kansas scholarships for international students are listed in the table below:

Scholarship	Award amount	Tuition reduction
International Merit	USD 36,000 (USD 9,000/year)	33%
International Distinction	USD 24,000 (USD 6,000/year)	22%
International Achievement	USD 12,000 (USD 3,000/year)	11%

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Commonly asked questions
On Scholarships

Q: Does the University of Kansas offer scholarships to international students?

Yes, the University of Kansas offers a variety of scholarships to their international undergraduate freshmen and transfer students. Listed below are some of the most popular Kansas University scholarships for international students:

Scholarship	Award amount	Tuition reduction
International Merit	USD 36,000 (USD 9,000/year)	33%
International Distinction	USD 24,000 (USD 6,000/year)	22%
International Achievement	USD 12,000 (USD3,000/year)	11%

Q: How to get a scholarship for the University of Kansas?

University of Kansas International Admissions offers various scholarships to their international undergraduate freshman and transfer students. All these scholarships are renewable and range from USD 3,000 to USD 9,000 per year. Listed below are some of the most popular University of Kansas scholarships for international students and their eligibility criteria:

Scholarship	Requirements
International Merit	3.75 - 4.00 GPA
International Distinction	3.5 - 3.74 GPA
International Achievement	3.25 - 3.49 GPA

Q: Does the University of Kansas offer scholarships for international students?

The University of Kansas offers various scholarships to degree-seeking undergraduate students. All the scholarships are renewable and range from USD 3,000 – USD 9,000 per year (INR 2.5L-INR7.5L). Undergraduate students of the University of Kansas receive the highest scholarship for which they qualify. Some of the popular scholarships at KU are given below:

Scholarship

Requirements

Award Amount

Tuition Reduction Percentage

International Merit

3.75 – 4.00 GPA

USD 36,000 (9,000 per year)

or INR 30L (INR 7.5L per year)

33%

International Distinction

3.5 – 3.74 GPA

USD 24,000 (6,000 per year)

or INR 20L (INR 5L per year)

22%

International Achievement

3.25 – 3.49 GPA

USD 12,000 (3,000 per year)

or INR 10L (INR 2.5L per year)

11%

Also Read: Scholarships to Study in USA for International Students

University of Kansas Admissions 2024

Uni of Kansas admission process varies for undergraduate and graduate students. Candidates applying for Bachelor's courses can apply through the Common Application. Whereas, graduate students planning to pursue master's courses can apply for University of Kansas admissions through the Official Application Portal.

Demonstrated below is the procedure to apply at the University of Kansas:

University of Kansas Application Deadlines 2024 for International Students

Intake Season	Application Deadline
Spring Intake	Nov 15, 2024
Summer Intake	Apr 15, 2025
Fall Intake	Jun 1, 2025

University of Kansas Admission Requirements for International Students

In order to secure admission, all international students must fulfill the KU University of Kansas admission requirements listed below:

Official academic transcripts (English translation)	Proof of English language proficiency
Statement of Purpose (SOP)	Letters of Recommendation (LOR)
SAT/ACT scores	GMAT/GRE scores
Cumulative high school GPA	Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Writing samples	A copy of the biographical information page on the passport

English Proficiency Requirements

English Proficiency Exam

Full Proficiency

Admission Proficiency

TOEFL (iBT)

Overall score of 80

(with no part score below 20)

Overall score of 55

(with no part score below 13)

IELTS-Academic

Overall score of 6.5

(with no part score below 6.0)

Overall score of 5.5

(with no part score below 5.0)

PTE Academic

Overall score of 60

(with no part score below 55)

Overall score of 42

(with no part score below 35)

University of Kansas Acceptance Rate

University of Kansas acceptance rate for international students stands at 88%, which indicates that the university is slightly selective.

University of Kansas Application Fees

The University of Kansas Application fee for international students is USD 85 (INR 7,127).
Conversion used: USD 1 - NR 83.85

Application fees :USD 85
Type of deadline :Depends on course

Documents

Type of documents	Applicable for
SOP	Needed for few courses
LOR	Needed for few courses
Essays	Needed for few courses
CV	Needed for few courses
Additional documents	Required

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Important dates

Intake season	Deadline
Fall	1ˢᵗ Feb - 1ˢᵗ May 2025
Spring	1ˢᵗ May 2025
Summer	1ˢᵗ Apr 2022 - 1ˢᵗ May 2024

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Commonly asked questions
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Q: When can I apply for the University of Kansas admissions?

University of Kansas allows overseas candidates to apply for admissions in three intake seasons: Summer, Fall, and Spring. Given below are the Uni of Kansas application deadlines for international students:

Intake Season	Application Deadline
Spring Intake	Nov 15, 2024
Summer Intake	Apr 15, 2025
Fall Intake	Jun 1, 2025

Note: Uni of Kansas does not release any fixed deadlines for Master's courses. Hence, students must go through the official website for the program-specific and graduate admissions deadlines.

Q: Is there an application fee for the University of Kansas?

Yes, the University of Kansas charges an application fee of USD 85 (INR 7 K) for admissions. Since the KU Kansas application fee is non-refundable, applicants do not receive any refund even if they withdraw the application. While applying for University of Kansas admissions, students must pay the above listed amount with the help of a credit card.

Conversion Rate: 1 USD = INR 83.50

Q: What is the acceptance rate of the University of Kansas?

As per the ratio of admissions to applications, the University of Kansas acceptance rate stands at 88%. Since, the stats are on the higher end, we can conclude that KU is a not a very competitive university to get in, as it admits more than half of the applicants. Once an applicant fulfills the Uni of Kansas admission requirements, i.e.; competitive grades, standardized test scores, English language requirements, as well as relevant documents, they are most likely to secure admission in the university. However, students must not take this lightly and apply to the Uni Kansas within the deadlines to get enrolled as student.

Note: The data has been derived from the unofficial sources and is subjected to changes.

Q: How long does it take to get an offer letter from the University of Kansas?

University of Kansas accepts international applications either through the Common Application for UG courses and Graduate Application portal for PG courses. Once a candidate has applied to the university and submitted all the required documents, it takes the university less than 4 weeks to evaluate applications. Students must note that they need to fulfill all the Uni Kansas entry requirements in order to get admitted in the university.

Q: How to get into the University of Kansas from India?

In order to secure an admission, all the international students must fulfill the Kansas University admission requirements listed below:

Official academic transcripts (English translation);
Proof of English language proficiency;
Statement of Purpose (SOP);
Letters of Recommendation (LOR);
SAT/ACT scores;
GMAT/GRE scores;
Cumulative high school GPA;
Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV);
Writing samples; and
A copy of the biographical information page on passport.

University of Kansas Fees

The University of Kansas tuition fee & duration vary from program to program. Studying at Kansas U can be considered expensive for Indian students as the annual first-year tuition fee for undergraduate courses is around INR 23.83 L - 25.26 L. Whereas, the annual tuition fee for postgraduate courses lies in the range of INR 9.34 L - 56.93 L. Check the table mentioned below to know more about the courses, fees, and duration & eligibility:

Courses	1st Year Tuition Fees	Duration & Eligibility
B.E. / B.Tech(11 courses)	INR 25 L	Duration: 4 years Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6 - 6.5, TOEFL: 70 - 79, PTE: 53 & Above
BBA(13 courses)	INR 25 L	Duration: 4 years Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 79 & Above, PTE: 53 & Above
B.Arch(2 courses)	INR 25 L	Duration: 4 years Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 79 & Above, PTE: 53 & Above
MS(37 courses)	INR 9 L - 57 L	Duration: 18 months-3 years Exam Accepted: TOEFL: 80 & Above, IELTS: 6 - 6.5, PTE: 53 - 60
M.A.(25 courses)	INR 13 L - 31 L	Duration: 18 months-3 years Exam Accepted: TOEFL: 80 & Above, IELTS: 6 - 6.5, PTE: 55 - 60
B.Sc.(30 courses)	INR 25 L	Duration: 4 years Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6.5 - 7.5, TOEFL: 79 & Above, PTE: 53 & Above
B.A.(39 courses)	INR 25 L	Duration: 4 years Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6.5 & Above
MBA/PGDM(7 courses)	INR 20 L - 30 L	Duration: 16 months-2 years Exam Accepted: TOEFL: 80 & Above, IELTS: 6.5 & Above, PTE: 58 & Above
MIM(6 courses)	INR 20 L - 30 L	Duration: 18 months-2 years Exam Accepted: TOEFL: 80 & Above, IELTS: 6.5 & Above, PTE: 58 & Above
BFA(6 courses)	INR 24 L - 25 L	Duration: 4 years Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 79 & Above, PTE: 53 & Above

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Commonly asked questions
On Fees and Eligibility

Q: Is it expensive to study in the University of Kansas?

On an average, the annual tuition fee required to pursue a degree course at Uni of Kansas is around 18 - 20 L on an average, which can be considered expensive as a study abroad option. Students can refer to the table listed below for course specific fees requirements:

University of Kansas Courses	1st Year Tuition Fees
BFA (30 courses)	INR 22 L - 24 L
B.A. (39 courses)	INR 24 L
BBA (13 courses)	INR 22 L - 27 L
B.E. / B.Tech (11 courses)	INR 24 L - 25 L
B.J.M.C. (8 courses)	INR 24 L
BFA (6 courses)	INR 24 L
B.Arch (2 courses)	INR 26 L - 29 L

Q: What is the tuition fee for international students at University of Kansas?

The University of Kansas tuition fee can vary from one programme to another. The university offers various programs at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Furthermore, the University of Kansas tuition fee for undergraduate and postgraduate programs is as follows:

Course level	Annual Tuition Fee in INR
UG	INR 23.83 L - 25.26 L
PG	INR 9.34 L - 56.93 L

Q: Can I get into University of Kansas with a 2.5 GPA?

As a general requirement for the University of Kansas admission, the undergraduate applicants are required to have a proof of high school graduation. A minimum GPA average of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale for all previous coursework is required. Apart from this, the undergraduate applications should include the following:

Application fee
English language proficiency score
Proof of high school graduation
Academic records
A copy of the biographical information page on the passport
SAT or ACT scores (if applicable)

Q: Does the University of Kansas accept IELTS?

Yes, Kansas University accepts IELTS score. Given below are the minimum scores required in all the English language proficiency tests.

Tests

Minimum Scores

TOEFL iBT

TOEFL Paper-Based Test

79 with 18 sub-score
60 with 18 sub-score

IELTS

6.5 with 6.0 sub-score

PTE Academic

The minimum ELP test scores required for admission to the University of Kansas graduate courses can be checked from the table given below:

Tests	Scores for Graduate Courses (Full Proficiency)
TOEFL iBT	80 overall, with no part score below 20
IELTS	6.5 overall, with no part score below 6.0
PTE Academic	60 overall, with no par score below 55

Q: What GPA do you need to get into the University of Kansas?

The University of Kansas expects a Cumulative high school GPA of 3.25 or higher from international students. Students who score the exact marks still have a low probability of selection. To improve the selection probability, students must aim to score much more than the required score. Along with GPA, the University of Kansas emphasizes ACT and SAT scores which must be above 21 and 1060 respectively.

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3.5

Satisfying and not satisfying. Public transport is easy to get used to.

Tips: First thing you should know is to decide where you want to stay. Off-campus is definitely a better choice if you have financial challenges. Given that you can afford it, on-campus housing would be better if you love to be engaged with the student community and want to know what going on around. I received a scholarship of 9000 dollars per semester but that is because I applied through Shorelight. If you apply through an agency, then they probably have some sort of contacts and you get scholarship based on that contact. However, if you apply yourself, you can even get 100 percent scholarship. But if you apply through someone else, they won't tell you this so make sure you apply yourself. Usually, you have to write an essay to get the scholarship and submit your SAT test scores. I think I am pretty satisfied with the university in terms of its quality of education. However, because Kansas is mostly farming land and it is slow paced state as compared to other states, people who are interested in IT area of study would struggle to get post graduation job. Construction companies are in good numbers here but for Software engineers etc., it will most probably be a lot harder to find a job.

Likes (Public transportation): The whole town is connected through various bus routes. Bus is the main public transportation in Lawrence. Since it's a small town, buses are easily able to cover most of the main areas, especially downtown. If you don't own a car, it would be totally fine. This is how convenient and easy it is to travel using public transportation.

Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): Since University of Kansas is situated in a small town called Lawrence in Kansas state, you won't find many options to immigrate permanently. My chances are low because the options I know to get permanent settled here are: 1. Get married 2. Find a job on OPT and get H1b visa 3. Find a lawyer to file eb3 unskilled visa for you Problem with first option is that I do not want to get married right now just for the sake of permanent residence. Second option is based on luck because they do a lottery for h1b visa. Third can be quite expensive.

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University of Kansas Placements

The University of Kansas placements are one of the major attractions for international students and offer a huge return on investment to graduates of the university. For the Uni of Kansas MBA program by the KU School of Business, about 95% of the graduates receive University of Kansas placement opportunities within 3 months of graduation. According to the data sourced from the web, the alumni of the University of Kansas are currently working with some of the top organizations in the world across multiple industries. Listed below are the details:

University of Kansas alumni members are working at the university campus, and in organizations such as Burns & McDonnell, Black & Veatch, Amazon, etc.
Graduates are working in industries such as Business Development, Operations, Education, Sales, etc.
Some of the courses preferred by the alumni are Business Administration & Management, Psychology, Journalism, Business/Commerce, etc.

University of Kansas Alumni Statistics: Sectors Placed

A presentation of the sectors where the alumni of the University of Kansas is currently working is as follows:

Note: In the above pie chart, Others include Research, Finance, Marketing, Human Resources, and Entrepreneurship.

ROI After Education from the University of Kansas

Below are some highlights of the placements:

Median Salary: USD 56,000 - USD 68,000 (INR 46 L - INR 56 L)
Mean Salary: USD 58,290 - USD 71,333 (INR 49 L - INR 59 L)

Furthermore, given below are the details of the fees (investment) and salary (return) of an MBA at Uni of Kansas:

Course	Annual Fee (Investment)	Median Salary (ROI)
MBA	INR 18 L - 63 L	USD 56,000 - USD 68,000 (INR 46 L - INR 56 L)

Conversion Rate: 1 USD = INR 83.50

University of Kansas Top Employers

Some of the top employers at the University of Kansas are listed below:

Google
Microsoft
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Salesforce
Amazon
Lockton
Black & Veatch
Gartner
Pavilion

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Commonly asked questions
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Q: In which industries do the graduates of Kansas University work?

Most of the University of Kansas graduates get placed in industries such as Business Development, Education, Operations, Engineering, Media & Communication, Arts & Design, etc., and more, as per the historical data of the university's alumni. Given below is a graphical representation of the top industries in which the Uni of Kansas graduates work:

Note: In the above pie chart, Others include Research, Finance, Marketing, Human Resources, and Entrepreneurship.

Q: Who are the top employers at the University of Kansas?

The University of Kansas is one of the most esteemed universities for higher education in the United States. Moreover, the university graduates are in high demand worldwide. Some of the top employers at the University of Kansas are listed below:

Amazon
Kiewit
Microsoft
VML
Google
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Gartner
Pavillion
Salesforce
Lockton
Black & Veatch

Q: What is the employability rate at the University of Kansas?

University of Kansas is one of the most prominent universities in the United States. The University of Kansas is known for having the highest placement rate in the world. Additionally, the university placement rate attracts international students the most. Moreover, the University of Kansas placement rate is 95%. The university graduates get employed within 3 months of their graduation. Moreover, the University of Kansas graduates are in high demand worldwide. Furthermore, the university alumni are working for top companies such as Amazon, Microsoft, VML, Google, Amazon Web Services (AWS), etc.

Q: Which are the strongest majors in terms of job prospects and what are the weakest majors at the University of Kansas?

Some the strongest majors in terms of job prospects at the University of Kansas are Computer Science, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Marketing, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Aerospace Engineering. The graduates after completing the above major get jobs in the biggest firms and become industry-ready for various roles in the corporate world.

On the other hand, majors, such as Humanities and Social Science; Philosophy; History; Arts; and Linguistics are still not that popular. Students may require further guidance with these majors to get reputable positions in the firms.

Q: What are the strongest majors in terms of job prospects and what are the weakest majors at the University of Kansas?

University of Kansas Rankings 2024

University of Kansas is a part of the best universities in the world and is constantly ranked among the top 500 global universities by the top ranking bodies. As per the Shiksha grading, KU has obtained an overall ranking of B++. Additionally, some of the Uni of Kansas courses such as Biology, and Civil Engineering rank in the B category. Other programs such as Engineering (Aerospace, Biomedical, Chemical, Electrical), Mathematics, and Physics have secured the grade C++. Whereas, Mechanical Engineering ranks in the C++ category.

Given below are the comprehensive University of Kansas rankings, as per the Shiksha grading system:

Category/Subjects	Grade
Overall University Ranking	B++
Biology	B
Civil Engineering	B
Aerospace Engineering	C++
Biomedical Engineering	C++
Chemical Engineering	C++
Electrical Engineering	C++
Mathematics	C++
Physics	C++
Mechanical Engineering	C+
Business Economics	C

Overall University Grade

Civil Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Biology

Mathematics

Chemical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Physics

Biomedical Engineering

Business Economics

Aerospace Engineering

Computer Science Engineering

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Q: Why is Shiksha Grading better than other ranking bodies?

For the students looking forward to study abroad, the ranking of a university plays a crucial role in decision-making. However, the availability of multiple rankings online can be overwhelming for the university's international audience. All the top ranking bodies rank universities on the basis of different parameters, which can be hard to understand for first-time study abroad aspirants. Keeping this in mind, the Shiksha Study Abroad has launched Shiksha Grading. It caters the Indian audience and ranks all the universities with Indians as their target audience.

What makes Shiksha Grading stand out is that the website uses the aggregate of all the publicly available university and course rankings from top-ranking publishers and maps it into 9 buckets - A++, A+, A, B+, B, C+, C. In this method, universities are graded by country and courses are graded by availability at the college in a particular country. With the help of this, students will no longer be required to check multiple ranking organisations to know about the performance of a particular university. Students would only be required to check Shiksha Grading – a platform where all the top rankings from popular ranking groups would be normalised and all universities would be graded into 9 buckets - A++, A+, A, B+, B, C+, C.

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College	1st Year Tuition Fees	Shiksha Grade	Ranking
University of Kansas	INR 24.79 L - 25.45 L	A	#452 QS, 2025
Ohio University Compare	INR 20.14 L - 20.32 L	B++	#1001 QS, 2025
CSU Compare	INR 25.32 L - 28.47 L	A	#442 QS, 2025
UConn Compare	INR 32.87 L - 36.26 L	A	#565 QS, 2025
UNC Charlotte Compare	INR 14.53 L - 18.89 L	B+	#1001 QS, 2025
University of Wisconsin Milwaukee Compare	INR 18.56 L	B++	#1201 QS, 2025

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Q: Which are some of the top-ranked universities in USA?

USA is one of the most popular countries for study abroad options for international students and is a hub of globally renowned universities. According to the QS World University Rankings 2025, some top universities in USA are Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Harvard University, Stanford University, and many more.

Given below is the list of top Universities in USA as mentioned in the prominent rankings.

University	QS Global Rankings 2025
Massachusetts Institute of Technology University (MIT)	#1
Harvard University	#4
Stanford University	#6
California Institute of Technology (Caltech)	#10
University of Pennsylvania	#11
University of California, Berkeley (UCB)	#12
Cornell University	#16
Princeton University	#22
Yale University	#23
John Hopkins University	#32

Q: Do universities in USA offer scholarships to international students?

Opting to study abroad is a major step that students take for their career and managing the expenses (including the tuition fee and living costs) play a deciding factor in this decision. Here is where scholarships dive in and help students study in their dream college by cutting down a portion of their expenses. Here are some scholarships offered by the top universities in USA that are available for international students:

University of Kansas Notable Alumni

University of Kansas has an alumni community of over 300,000 members, which includes several renowned personalities. Some of the celebrate Kansas University alumni are:

University of Kansas Alumni	Profession/Designation
Paul Rudd	An American Actor and Comedian
Wilt Chamberlain	An American Professional Basketball Player
Don Johnson	An American Actor, Producer and Singer
Mandy Patinkin	An American Actor and Singer
Bob Dole	An American Politician and Attorney
Scott Bakula	An American Actor
Andrew Wiggins	A Canadian Professional Basketball Player
Nikki Glaser	An American Stand-up Comedian, Actress, Podcaster, Radio Host, and Television Host
Iliza Shlesinger	An American Stand-up Comedian, Actress, and Television Host
Juan Manuel Santos	A Colombian Politician, who was the President of Colombia (2010-18)

Commonly asked questions
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Q: How many alumni does the University of Kansas have?

University of Kansas is one of the oldest universities for higher education in the United States. Additionally, the University of Kansas was established in 1856 and has a rich alumni network. The University of Kansas has more than 314,500 alumni worldwide. Moreover, the university alumni are working in top organizations such as Google, Microsoft, Amazon Web Service (AWS), and more. Furthermore, the alumni are working in leading sectors such as Information Technology, Engineering, Business Development, Marketing, and more.

Q: Who is famous that went to the University of Kansas?

The University of Kansas has a vast alumni network that is working all over the world. Additionally, the University of KU alumni network includes various famous personalities. The University of Kansas has produced more than 314,500 alumni worldwide. Some of the famous personalities that are part of the KU alumni network are as follows:

Paul Rudd
Wilt Chamberlain
Don Johnson
Mandy Patinkin
Joel Embiid
Bob Dole
Scott Bakula
Andrew Wiggins

Kansas Vs Kansas State Vs Missouri

University of Kansas, Kansas State University as well as University of Missouri are a part of the most prestigious universities in the United States. In terms of rankings, Kansas has an upper hand among all the three universities. However, Missouri University offers the best placement package.

Given below is the comprehensive comparison between all the three universities:

Commonly asked questions
On Others

Q: Which university is better among University of Kansas and Kansas State University?

The University of Kansas and Kansas State University are the most prominent universities for higher education in the United States. Both universities have their advantages and disadvantages. According to Shiksha Grading, the University of Kansas is ranked A, and Kansas State University is ranked B+. In terms of ranking, the University of Kansas stands taller as compared to Kansas State University. Moreover, the average annual salary of the University of Kanas graduates ranges from INR 46 L – 56L. Whereas, the average annual salary of Kansas State University graduates is INR 43 L. The University of Kansas graduate's average annual salary is higher than Kansas State University graduates. Hence, the University of Kansas has the upper hand. Furthermore, students also check factors such as placement rate, programs, fees, location, acceptance rate, etc.

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Q: Which famous people have graduated from the University of Kansas?

University of Kansas has a remarkable alumni network that further adds to its rising popularity. It has proved conducive to launching the dreams of many notable personalities. Some of the well-known names include:

Wilt Chamberlain (Basketball player)
Don Johnson (Actor)
Mandy Patinkin (Director, Screenwriter)
Scott Bakula (Actor, Producer)
Iliza Shlesinger (Stand-up Comedian)

Q: Is it hard to get into the University of Kansas?

University of Kansas is a slightly competitive university to get into, as its acceptance rate stands at 88%. This figure tells us that almost 88 out of every 100 applicants manage to get enrolled in the university, which is more than half of all the applicants. Therefore, once an applicant fulfills the University of Kansas admission requirements i.e.; competitive grades, standardized test scores, English language requirements as well as relevant documents, they are most likely to secure an admission to the college. However, students must not take this lightly and apply to the Uni of Kansas within the deadlines in order to get enrolled as a student.

Q: What are some useful tips for students starting their first semester at the University of Kansas?

University of Kansas is one of the best universities in USA and students across the world desire to study here. Listed below are some helpful tips for students starting their first semester at the Uni of Kansas:

Join clubs and participate actively in co-curricular activities;
Build a schedule and stay organized;
Do not procastinate studying;
Engage in part-time job on or off campus;
Enjoy the city of Lawrence; and
Find out a way to de-stress and engage in fun activities/events.

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Which is better and easier to get into, University of Kansas or Kansas State university?

Answered a week ago

Kansas State University is grenerally considered easier to get into than the university of kansas.

Kansas state has an acceptance rate of 95% and Kansas University has an acceptance rate of 88%.

But Kansas state is considered to be better than Kansas State.

Surendra Kallnoor

Contributor-Level 6

Which is better and easier to get into, University of Kansas or Kansas State university?

Answered a week ago

Kansas State University is grenerally considered easier to get into than the university of kansas.

Kansas state has an acceptance rate of 95% and Kansas University has an acceptance rate of 88%.

But Kansas state is considered to be better than Kansas State.

Surendra Kallnoor

Contributor-Level 6

Which is better and easier to get into, University of Kansas or Kansas State university?

Answered a week ago

Kansas State University is grenerally considered easier to get into than the university of kansas.

Kansas state has an acceptance rate of 95% and Kansas University has an acceptance rate of 88%.

But Kansas state is considered to be better than Kansas State.

Surendra Kallnoor

Contributor-Level 6

Which university is better- University of Tulsa or University of Kansas?

Answered 2 months ago

The University of Tulsa and the University of Kansas are some of the most esteemed universities for pursuing higher education in the USA. Both universities have their merits and demerits. Each university offers something unique for its international and domestic students. When choosing a university,

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Kartik Bisht

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Which university is better and easier to get admission to University of Kansas or Kansas State University?

Answered 3 months ago

The University of Kansas acceptance rate is 88% and the Kansas State University acceptance rate is 95%. There is a slight difference in the acceptance rate of both universities. However, it concludes that Kansas State University is more lenient and easy to get into as compared to others.

Both univers

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