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Lawrence, Kansas
About KU
Location: Lawrence, Kansas
Enrollment: 27,690
Setting: Suburban
Type: Public, Co-Ed
City Population: 97,286
Climate: 3.6°C - 31.4°C
U.S. News Rank: #124
International Student Rate: 5.7%
About KU
Located in Lawrence, Kansas, the University of Kansas is a top-ranked public research university with a friendly and welcoming community. KU is committed to developing future leaders by giving you a rigorous, research-heavy academic curriculum and career support.
Why KU?
At KU, you can choose from over 190 fields of study. With a focus on research-based academics, KU’s business, engineering and petroleum engineering programs are recognized as some of the best in America.
- #83 Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs —U.S. News & World Report, 2020
- #11 Best Petroleum Engineering Programs —U.S. News & World Report, 2019
- #59 Top Public Schools —U.S. News & World Report, 2020
- 90% of KU graduates are employed or in graduate school within six months of graduation.
- Partnerships with Ford, Google, Cerner, Deloitte, Amazon, and more
- 338,000 alumni worldwide, including 27 Rhodes Scholars and 4 NASA astronauts
- Famous alumni include B.J. Yang (CEO, Hyundai Energy Resources Co.), Juan Manuel Santos (President of Colombia, 2016 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate), Linda Cook (former CEO, Shell Gas & Power) and Brian McClendon (former VP at Google Earth and at Uber).
Jayhawks Get Involved
- 30+ sports clubs, 25+ intramural sports leagues and 16 Division I sports teams
- 5 National Debate Championships and National Basketball titles
- 600+ student organizations such as the Arabic Club and the Biomedical Engineering Society
- State-of-the-art fitness center includes workout equipment, pools, a rock-climbing wall and an indoor golf simulator
Campus Life & City Guide
Lawrence: America’s Heartland
Set along the Kansas River, Lawrence is a progressive city full of eclectic shops, green spaces, and top-rated restaurants. A welcoming community of artists, farmers, entrepreneurs and business owners, this lively college town is ranked the #5 Small Town for Business and Careers by Forbes (2017).
- Visit scenic Massachusetts Street downtown.
- Walk, hike or run along the Baker Wetlands, Lawrence River Trail or Clinton State Park
- Explore the Spencer Art Museum and dozens of galleries.
Weather & Climate
Lawrence enjoys weather typical of middle America, featuring hot and humid summers and cold winters with some snowfall.
Nearby Kansas City
Located about 35 miles from campus, Kansas City is two cities in one—Kansas City, Kansas, and Kansas City, Missouri. Although they are separate metros, these twin cities are noted for jazz music, arts, theater, culture and food.
- Best Trips Destination—National Geographic, 2019
- Catch a performance at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts or the Starlight Theatre.
- Watch the Kansas City Ballet, Kansas City Symphony, the Kansas City Jazz Orchestra or the Kansas City Chorale.
- Visit the American Jazz Museum and the World War I Museum.
- Enjoy famous barbecue at Gates & Son Bar-B-Q, Joe’s Kansas City Bar-B-Q and more.
International Student Services
As an international student enrolling at a select U.S. News Global Education school, you will have access to exclusive programs and services.
To make your transition as easy as possible, our enrollment counselors set you up for success with:
Application Assistance
- Streamlined application process
- Assigned counselor
- Major/field of study guidance
Pre-Arrival Guidance
- Visa interview help
- Prep webinars & checklists
- Help with required forms
Campus Transition
- Airport welcome
- Student & parent orientation
- Cultural group outings
Academic Support
- Classes for your academic level
- English-language & ESL help
- Tutoring support
Career Growth
- Career Accelerator Program
- Internship assistance
- Job search help
I'm looking forward to
Undergraduate Programs
Major Lists
College Of Liberal Arts & Sciences
African & African-American studies
African-American studies
African studies
Arabic & Islamic studies
American studies
American cultural studies
Gender & sexuality
Jazz studies
Local & global
Popular culture
Race/ethnicity
Religion
Anthropology
Applied behavioral science
Adults with disabilities
Basic research & conceptual foundations
Community health & development
Early childhood
Youth development & juvenile justice
Astronomy
Atmospheric science
Air pollution meteorology
General meteorology
Hydrometeorology
News media forecasting
Biological sciences
Biochemistry
Biology
Human biology
Microbiology
Molecular biosciences [ec]
Biotechnology
Chemistry
Biochemistry
Biological chemistry
Chemical physics
Environmental chemistry
Classical antiquity
Classical languages
Communication studies
Economics
English
Creative writing
Language, rhetoric & writing
Traditional English
Environmental studies
European studies**
Geography
Geographical information & analysis
Physical geography
Geology
Earth & space science licensure
Engineering geology
Environmental geology
General geology
Geophysics
Global & international studies
Africa
Asia
Latin America & the Caribbean
The Middle East
Russia, East Europe & Central Asia
Western Europe
History
History of art
Human sexuality
Humanities
Jewish studies*
Latin American & Caribbean studies
Latino/a studies*
Leadership studies*
Liberal arts & sciences
Linguistics
Literature, language & writing [ec]
Mathematics
Philosophy
Physics
Computational physics
Interdisciplinary
Pre-professional
Political science
Pre-law (no degrees offered)
Pre-medical professions (no degrees offered)
Psychology
Religious studies
Russian, East European & Eurasian studies
Sociology
Speech-language-hearing: sciences & disorders
Women’s studies
College Of Liberal Arts & Sciences: School Of The Arts
Dance
Film & media studies
Theatre
Performance
Theatre, culture & society
Theatre and film
Theatre design
Visual art
Ceramics
General
Metalsmithing/jewelry
Textile/fibers
Visual arts education
College Of Liberal Arts & Sciences: School Of Languages, Literatures & Cultures
East Asian languages & cultures
Double language
East Asian Studies (Chinese, Japanese or
Korean language)
French
French & Italian
Italian
German studies
Slavic languages & literature
Polish studies
Russian
South Slavic studies
Spanish
College Of Liberal Arts & Sciences: School Of Public Affairs & Administration
Public administration [ec]
School Of Architecture, Design & Planning
Architectural studies
Design
Illustration and animation
Industrial design
Photo media
Visual communication design
School Of Business
Accounting
Business administration
Finance
Information systems
Management & leadership
Marketing
Supply chain management
School Of Education
Curriculum & teaching
Elementary (K-6)
English secondary (6-12)
Foreign languages (PK-12)
History & government secondary (6-12)
Mathematics middle (5-8)
Science middle (5-8)
Unified early childhood (birth-grade 3)
Endorsements
Special education
Teaching English as a second language
Health, sport & exercise sciences
Athletic training
Community health
Exercise science
Health & physical education teacher licensure (K–12)
Sport management
UKanTeach preparation program Obtained by completing a College of Liberal Arts & Sciences degree with UKanTeach certification
Secondary (6-12) biology
Secondary (6-12) chemistry
Secondary (6-12) earth & space science
Secondary (6-12) mathematics
Secondary (6-12) physics
School Of Engineering
Aerospace engineering
Architectural engineering
Chemical engineering
Biomedical
Environmental
General program
Petroleum engineering
Pre-medical
Civil Engineering
Civil & environmental engineering
Environmental engineering
Computer engineering
Computer science
Electrical engineering
Engineering physics
Aerospace systems
Chemical systems
Digital electronic systems
Electromechanical control systems
Information technology [ec]
Interdisciplinary computing
Astronomy
Biology
Chemistry
Geography
Journalism
Physics
Mechanical engineering
Biomechanical Engineering
Petroleum Engineering
School Of Health Professions
Clinical laboratory science
Molecular biotechnology
Health information management
Respiratory care
School Of Journalism & Mass Communications
Journalism
News & information
Strategic communication
School Of Music
Music
Jazz studies
Musicology
Music theory
Piano/organ/orchestral instruments
Voice
Music composition
Music education
Music theory
Music therapy
Musicology
Music Performance
Double bass
Harp
Organ
Piano
Strings & harp
Viola
Violin
Violoncello
Theatre & voice
Voice
Wind & percussion
Bassoon
Clarinet
Euphonium
Flute
French horn
Oboe
Percussion
Saxophone
Trombone
Trumpet
Tuba
School Of Nursing
Nursing
School Of Pharmacy
Pharmaceutical studies
Pharmacy
School Of Social Welfare
Social work
Dates & Costs
For the latest application dates and program costs information, please visit accelerator.ku.edu.
In Need of Additional English Courses Before Enrolling in the International Accelerator?
You can enroll in the Pre-Accelerator Intensive English program with the Applied English Center (AEC).
After completion of the Pre-Accelerator Intensive English program, students will automatically enter the Academic Accelerator Program 3. Tuition for both programs is due upon enrollment.
| Pre-Accelerator Intensive English Program - Tuition and Fees | |
|---|---|
| Fall/Spring | $9,900 |
| Summer | $6,565 |
Entry Requirements
| Integrated Accelerator Program (2 Semesters) |
Academic Accelerator Program 2 (2 Semesters) |
Academic Accelerator Program 3 (3 Semesters) |
Pre-Sessional English Language Program (16 Weeks) |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum GPA | 2.5 | 2.5 | 2.5 | 2.5 |
| Minimum IELTS™ | 6.5, no subscore below 6.0 except speaking | 6.0, no subscore below 5.5 except speaking | 5.5, no subscore below 5.0 except speaking | <5.5 |
| Minimum ITEP | 4.5, no subscore below 4.0 | 4.0, no subscore below 3.5 | 3.5, no subscore below 3.0 | <3.5 |
| Minimum TOEFL® | 79, no subscore below 18 | 71, no subscore below 16 | 60, no subscore below 13 | <60 |
TOEFL: No score in any band (except Speaking) may be lower than 15; Speaking score not required. IELTS: Speaking section score not required.
All students will take an English language assessment test during their orientation. This test is the primary means for final placement and could vary from the preliminary placement identified on your offer letter. As a result, the length of study may be longer than originally anticipated, and involve additional costs including tuition and other fees.
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Location:
Lawrence, Kansas
About KU
Location: Lawrence, Kansas
Enrollment: 27,690
Setting: Suburban
Type: Public, Co-Ed
City Population: 97,286
Climate: 3.6°C - 31.4°C
U.S. News Rank: #124
International Student Rate: 5.7%
