University of Kansas
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Academic Information
Acceptance Rate: Approximately 93%
Average High School GPA: 3.68
Standardized Test Policy: Test-Optional
SAT Range: 1090–1280
ACT Range: 20–28
Sources: University Website, U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Wikipedia.com, Bigfuture (collegeboard.org), UniversityLiving.com, Prepscholar.com, Petersons.com
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Demographics & Costs
Undergraduate Population: Approximately 19,000
Public or Private: Public
University Religious Affiliation: None
Political Leaning: Generally moderate, with active student political engagement
In-State Tuition & Fees: $12,284
Out-of-State Tuition & Fees: $30,614
Housing & Food (On-Campus): Approximately $13,564 per year
Sources: U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Forbes America’s Top Colleges, Wikipedia
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Location & Setting
City, State: Lawrence, Kansas
Setting: College Town
U.S. Region: Midwest
Average Winter Temperature: January daily average is 30°F (-1°C)
Average Summer Temperature: July daily average is 79°F (26°C)
Average Annual Precipitation: Approximately 39 inches (990 mm)
Nearest Airport: Kansas City International Airport (MCI) — Approximately 50 miles (1-hour drive) from campus
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Social Media
Instagram: @universityofkansas
Swim Team Instagram: kuswimdive
Twitter (X): @UnivOfKansas
Facebook: University of Kansas
LinkedIn: University of Kansas
YouTube: University of Kansas
TikTok: @universityofkansas
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University Athletics
NCAA Division I
Big 12 Conference
Nickname: Jayhawks
Mascot: Big Jay and Baby Jay
Athletic Website: KU Athletics
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Swimming & Diving Team
Aquatic Complex: Robinson Natatorium
2024-25 Men’s Team Roster: N/A
Head Coach: Clark Campbell
Recruiting Questionnaire: N/A
Women’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #25
Women’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #8 in Big XII
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U.S. News College Rankings
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Forbes Top Colleges
#151
#66
In Public Colleges
#111
In Research Universities
#18
In The Midwest
America's Best Employers By State 2024
#126
#489
Best Employers for Diversity 2021
#140
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Niche Grades
Overall Grade: A
Academics: A-
Diversity: A-
Athletics: A+
Professors: A
Dorms: B
Student Life: A+
Value: B+
Campus: A
Party Scene: A+
Location: A
Campus Food: A-
Safety: B
Best Colleges for Student-Athletes in America: Ranked #57 of 1,310
Best College for Athletics in America: Ranked #26 of 1,332
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