BECOME A JAYHAWK Your guide to the University of Kansas
WE WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE. You’ll get an outstanding education at an affordable price. You can CONDUCT RESEARCH. Study abroad. Learn the Rock Chalk Chant. And make friends from all over the world. Come see for yourself. admissions.ku.edu
MAJORS
WHAT DO YOU WANT TO DO? CHOOSE FROM NEARLY 200 FIELDS OF STUDY.
LEARN MORE
admissions.ku.edu/ academics CHOOSING A MAJOR & CAREER
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CONCENTRATIONS: Italics Contact the appropriate school for minors and a complete listing of concentrations. (EC): Taught at Edwards Campus. *A co-major must accompany a major.
SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE, DESIGN & PLANNING Architecture Architectural studies Design Environmental design; Illustration & animation; Industrial design; Photo media; Visual communication design SCHOOL OF BUSINESS Accounting Business administration (also EC) Finance Information systems Management & leadership Marketing Supply chain management he following concentrations may be T combined with any business major: Entrepreneurship; Human resources; Information systems; International business; Supply chain management SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Curriculum & Teaching Early childhood, unified Elementary education Foreign language Chinese; French; German; Japanese; Latin; Russian; Spanish Middle-level education English; Mathematics; Science Secondary-level education English; History & government Note: Secondary math and science programs also are available through UKanTeach, a joint education-liberal arts program. Health, Sport & Exercise Sciences Athletic training Community health Health & physical education Sport science Exercise science; Sport management SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING Aerospace engineering Architectural engineering Chemical engineering Biomedical; Environmental; Petroleum; Premedical Civil engineering Environmental 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; Physics Mechanical engineering Biomechanical Petroleum engineering
SCHOOL OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS Clinical laboratory science Clinical; Molecular biotechnology Cytotechnology Health information management Respiratory care Certificate programs Diagnostic cardiac sonography, Diagnostic ultrasound technology (general & vascular), Nuclear medicine technology SCHOOL OF JOURNALISM & MASS COMMUNICATIONS News & information Strategic communication COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS & SCIENCES African & African-American studies Arabic & Islamic studies American studies Anthropology Applied behavioral science Astronomy Atmospheric science Behavioral neuroscience Biochemistry Biology Cellular biology; Biodiversity, ecology & evolutionary biology; Genetics; Neurobiology; Organismal biology; Teaching biology Chemistry Biochemistry; Biological chemistry; Chemical physics; Environmental chemistry Classical antiquity Classical languages Communication studies Developmental psychology (EC) East Asian languages & cultures Economics English Creative writing; Language, rhetoric & writing Environmental studies European studies co-major* French French & Italian studies; Italian Geography Geographical information & analysis; Physical geography Geology Earth/space science; Engineering geology; Environmental geology; Geophysics Germanic languages & literatures Global & international studies History History of art Human biology Anthropology; Applied behavioral science; Biology; Psychology; Speech-language-hearing Humanities Latin American studies Liberal arts & sciences Linguistics Literature, language & writing (EC) Mathematics Microbiology Molecular biosciences (EC) Philosophy Physics
Political science Psychology Religious studies Russian & East European studies co-major* Slavic languages & literatures Sociology Spanish Special major Speech-language-hearing Women’s studies Certificate program: Systems analysis & design (EC) School of the Arts Dance Film & media studies History of art Theatre Performance; Theatre, culture & society Theatre design Visual art Ceramics; Expanded media; Metalsmithing/jewelry; Painting; Printmaking; Sculpture; Textile design/weaving Visual art education School of Public Affairs & Administration Public administration (EC) SCHOOL OF MUSIC Bassoon Clarinet Double bass Euphonium Flute French horn Harp Music Jazz studies; Musicology; Music theory; Piano, organ & orchestral instrument; Voice Music composition Music education Music theory Music therapy Musicology Oboe Organ Percussion Piano Saxophone Theatre & voice Trombone Trumpet Tuba Viola Violin Violoncello Voice SCHOOL OF NURSING Nursing SCHOOL OF PHARMACY Doctor of pharmacy CHOOL OF SOCIAL WELFARE S Social work
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ACADEMICS
LEARN FROM THE BEST. Our academic programs are top-notch and top-ranked. Our honors program is one of the oldest and best in the country. Our undergraduates have exceptional opportunities for volunteering, hands-on research, and global experiences. Even if you’re unsure about a major now, we’ll prepare you for whatever future you envision.
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Best Kansas college for return on investment. -Businessweek.com
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KU has 48 NATIONALLY ranked academic programs.
GETTING IN 2012-13 REQUIREMENTS FOR THE COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES ▼ ▼
Honors program: No. 2 in the nation in benefits to students. -A Review of 50 Public University Honors Programs
Kansas residents 21+ ACT (980+ SAT) or Graduate in top third of high school class or 2.0+ GPA in the Kansas Qualified Admissions Curriculum ▼
Out-of-state residents 24+ ACT (1090+ SAT) or Graduate in top third of high school class or 2.5+ GPA in the Kansas Qualified Admissions Curriculum ▼
Professional school requirements and Kansas Qualified Admissions Curriculum: adm.ku.edu/req Students graduating from high school in 2015 and after must meet different requirements.
APPLY
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EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING
EXPAND YOUR EDUCATION — INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM. ▼
THE HONORS PROGRAM provides academically talented students with an elite education and all the resources of a major research institution.
STUDY ABROAD
studyabroad.ku.edu UNIVERSITY HONORS PROGRAM
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No matter what your major is, you can STUDY ABROAD in more than 70 countries.
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Get connected to internships at KUCareerHawk.com ▼
FIVE Engaged Learning programs complement your major by rewarding entrepreneurship, international experiences, research, service learning, and leadership. ENTREPRENEURSHIP PROGRAM entr.ku.edu LEADERSHIP STUDIES SERVICE LEARNING servicelearning.ku.edu GLOBAL AWARENESS PROGRAM gap.ku.edu RESEARCH EXPERIENCE PROGRAM rep.ku.edu
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KU’s ROCK CHALK CHANT is the nation’s coolest football cheer. –Bleacher Report
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The Jayhawk represents only one university in the world: KU.
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TRADITIONS
PUT YOUR ARMS AROUND YOUR NEIGHBOR AND SWAY TO THE ALMA MATER. DON’T BE SHY. YOU’RE PART OF THE FAMILY. Once you’re on campus, you’ll quickly learn about our other traditions, like waving the wheat and walking down the Hill on graduation day.
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ALLEN FIELDHOUSE is the loudest U.S. basketball arena. –ESPN
CHANT ALONG WITH US
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MORE THAN 3,100 students were involved in sororities and fraternities in 2011–12.
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You’ll fit right in — choose from MORE THAN 600 student clubs.
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CAMPUS LIFE
LIFE ON CAMPUS IS PRETTY SWEET. THERE’S ALWAYS SOMETHING FUN GOING ON, AND YOU’LL MAKE TONS OF NEW FRIENDS.
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Student events have included a B.o.B. concert, standup by Aziz Ansari, and Project Runway competitions.
Students volunteered 16,000 hours last year through the Center for Community Outreach.
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HOUSING
WHEN YOU LIVE ON CAMPUS, YOU JOIN A COMMUNITY THAT OFFERS FRIENDSHIP, ACADEMIC SUPPORT, AND CONVENIENCE.
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About 5,200 students live on campus.
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KU OFFERS Eight residence halls two-person rooms or two- or four-person suites 12 scholarship halls about 50 students, who cook and clean in return for a reduced housing rate Two apartment complexes ▼
STUDENTS WHO LIVE ON CAMPUS get better grades and are more likely to graduate on time.
KU STUDENT HOUSING
housing.ku.edu
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OFF CAMPUS
YOU CAN’T STUDY ALL THE TIME. SO GET OUT AND EXPLORE LAWRENCE OR NEARBY KANSAS CITY.
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Lawrence appears on four “Top 10 College Towns” lists. Everybody loves us.
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LAWRENCE has eclectic shops, beautiful green spaces, and tons of music venues and art galleries. And no matter what you’re hungry for, you’ll find it on Massachusetts Street — from falafel to gourmet burgers to sushi. Yum.
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90,000: population of Lawrence, Kan. Not too big, not too small.
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KANSAS CITY, just 40 minutes east, offers an international airport, shopping, entertainment, and internship opportunities.
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FINANCIAL AID
WHAT’S IT GOING TO COST? KU STRIVES TO MAKE COLLEGE AFFORDABLE FOR ALL STUDENTS. Incoming freshmen are part of the Four-Year Tuition Compact, meaning you’ll never see an increase in tuition during the four years it takes to earn a bachelor’s degree.
KU IS A GREAT VALUE We offered $20.7 million in renewable freshman scholarships last year. We’ve got great financial awards for you, too — just turn the page.
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ESTIMATED COST OF TUITION, FEES, BOOKS, & HOUSING FOR FRESHMEN, 2012-13*
Kansas residents
Nonresidents
Freshman 4-year tuition compact
$8,790
$22,860
Required campus fees
$888
$888
Room and board
$8,186
$8,186
Books
$900 $900
Estimated total
$18,764
$32,834
* Estimated cost includes allowances for tuition and fees (based on 30 hours each academic year in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences), room and board, and books.
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File the FAFSA. This Free Application for Federal Student Aid is your key to be considered for federal grants, loans, and work-study programs. YOU CAN FILE STARTING JAN. 1. And don’t forget to have your FAFSA info sent to KU (our federal school code is 001948). File by March 1 to be considered for the best aid package. FINANCIAL AID & SCHOLARSHIPS
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SCHOLARSHIPS
YOU’VE GOT THE GRADES. WE’VE GOT THE SCHOLARSHIPS. You’ll be guaranteed a renewable scholarship if you meet the qualifications and submit a complete admission application by Nov. 1. KANSAS RESIDENT RENEWABLE SCHOLARSHIPS
Scholarship
Test Score + GPA
Amount
Annual Renewal Criteria
National Merit Finalist, National Achievement Finalist, National Hispanic Scholar
Must select KU as No. 1 college choice with National Merit Scholarship Corp.
$40,000
30 KU hours + 3.4 GPA
$20,000
30 KU hours + 3.4 GPA
National Merit Semifinalist, National Achievement Semifinalist
($10,000 per year)
($5,000 per year)
Chancellor
32 ACT/1400 SAT 3.85 GPA/4.0 scale
$20,000
30 KU hours + 3.4 GPA
Traditions
31 ACT/1360 SAT 3.75 GPA/4.0 scale
$16,000
30 KU hours + 3.4 GPA
Crimson & Blue
28 ACT/1250 SAT 3.5 GPA/4.0 scale
$8,000
30 KU hours + 3.4 GPA
Rock Chalk
25 ACT/1130 SAT 3.5 GPA/4.0 scale
$4,000
30 KU hours + 3.4 GPA
Jayhawk
24 ACT/1090 SAT 3.75 GPA/4.0 scale
$4,000
30 KU hours + 3.4 GPA
KU Pell Advantage*
22 ACT/1020 SAT 3.25 GPA/4.0 scale
Combination of scholarships & grants to fund tuition & fees
24 KU hours + 2.5 GPA
($5,000 per year)
($4,000 per year)
($2,000 per year)
($1,000 per year)
($1,000 per year)
*Must file the FAFSA by the 3/1 priority date each year and be Pell-eligible. Scholarships on these two pages are available to eligible freshmen who enroll for the fall semester after completing high school. These scholarships cannot be combined. Only domestic students are eligible for these scholarships.
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NONRESIDENT RENEWABLE SCHOLARSHIPS
Scholarship
Test Score + GPA
Amount
Annual Renewal Criteria
National Merit Finalist, National Achievement Finalist, National Hispanic Scholar
Must select KU as No. 1 college choice with National Merit Scholarship Corp.
$40,000
30 KU hours +3.4 GPA
$20,000
30 KU hours + 3.4 GPA
National Merit Semifinalist, National Achievement Semifinalist
($10,000 per year)*
($5,000 per year)*
Midwest Student Exchange Program**
24 ACT/1090 SAT 3.25 GPA/4.0 scale
$38,700 over four years
30 KU hours +3.4 GPA
KU Excellence
28 ACT/1250 SAT 3.5 GPA/4.0 scale
$38,700 over four years
30 KU hours +3.4 GPA
KU Distinction
25 ACT/1130 SAT 3.5 GPA/4.0 scale
$24,000
30 KU hours +3.4 GPA
KU Achievement
24 ACT/1090 SAT 3.75 GPA/4.0 scale
$16,000
30 KU hours +3.4 GPA
JAYHAWK GENERATIONS
($9,675 per year)*
($9,675 per year)*
($6,000 per year)
($4,000 per year)
28 ACT/1250 SAT 3.5 GPA/4.0 scale
$46,700 over four years
30 KU hours +3.4 GPA
26-27 ACT/11701240 SAT 3.5 GPA/4.0 scale
$27,432 over four years
30 KU hours +3.4 GPA
24-25 ACT/10901160 SAT 3.5 GPA/4.0 scale
$18,288 over four years
30 KU hours +3.4 GPA
($11,675 per year)*
($6,858 per year)*
($4,572 per year)*
*Partial tuition waiver. **Eligible majors: African and African-American studies; American studies; architectural studies; master of architecture; astronomy; classics; dance; design (environmental/interior design, industrial design, illustration & animation, photo media, visual communication/graphic design); engineering physics; environmental studies; geology; community health; humanities; journalism & mass communications; Latin American studies; music (performance, musicology, theory & composition); music education; music therapy; petroleum engineering; philosophy; physics; religious studies; Russian, East European and Eurasian studies; Slavic languages and literatures; visual art education; women’s studies.
ABOUT THESE SCHOLARSHIPS
MIDWEST STUDENT EXCHANGE: YOU MUST LIVE IN Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, or Wisconsin.
JAYHAWK GENERATIONS: YOU MUST have a parent, stepparent, grandparent, step-grandparent, or legal guardian who graduated from KU.
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SENIOR TIME LINE
MAKE THIS A PRIORITY. A MONTH-BY-MONTH LOOK AT DEADLINES.
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Apply early for admission. admissions.ku.edu/apply ▼
Contract with KU Student Housing once you’re admitted. You may also apply for a scholarship hall. housing.ku.edu
JANUARY
NOVEMBER
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Nov. 1: Deadline to apply for scholarships and the University Honors Program.
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Dec. 1: Scholarship hall decisions begin. We’ll make offers the last week of each month into the summer. Last ACT/SAT for scholarship consideration.
Jan. 1: Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) available. fafsa.gov
FEBRUARY ▼
Feb. 1: Sign up for an orientation session. orientation.ku.edu Deadline to report improved ACT/ SAT for scholarship reconsideration.
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MARCH ▼
March 1: Priority date to file the FAFSA. File earlier if you can.
JUNE ▼
Attend orientation.
(You may still file the FAFSA after March 1, but your application will be late and your award may be smaller.)
Final deadline to submit scholarship hall materials for the fall semester. ▼
New residents who have signed housing contracts begin selecting rooms and roommates online.
MAY ▼
May 1: Deadline to pay the new student fee.
JULY ▼
Attend orientation. July 1: Deadline to submit final high school transcript.
AUGUST ▼
Attend orientation. Arrive on campus and become a Jayhawk. Aug. 26: First day of classes.
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VISIT KU
COME FOR A VISIT AND GET A TRUE SENSE OF WHAT LIFE AT KU IS LIKE.
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90 PERCENT of graduating seniors say they’d attend KU all over again.
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JAYHAWK DAYS
Daily visits include an introduction to KU and a campus tour with Student Ambassadors. If you’re interested in doing more, we can schedule residence hall tours and visits with departmental advisers. Sept. 4, 2012 – May 9, 2013 Mondays and Fridays 9 a.m. or 1 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays 9 a.m. Select Saturdays 9 a.m. No tours Nov. 21-23 (Thanksgiving break) Dec. 7-Jan. 25 (winter break)
Summer June 5 – July 26 Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays 9 a.m. No tours July 4
REGISTER admissions.ku.edu/jayhawkdays
SCHOLAR DAYS SENIOR DAYS 2012
In-depth exploration of what it means to be a Jayhawk. For high school seniors and their families. All majors Sept. 10 Oct. 1 Oct. 8 Oct. 22 Nov. 2 Nov. 12 Nov. 16 Nov. 26 Nov. 30 Architecture Sept. 14 Design Sept. 14
For academically talented students, such as National Merit Semifinalists, National Achievement Semifinalists, and National Hispanic Scholars. By invitation only.
Engineering Sept. 28
MULTICULTURAL VISIT DAY 2013
Journalism Oct. 15
Learn about support services that help multicultural students thrive. For students in grades 9–11 and their families.
Education Oct. 15
March 25
Business Oct. 29
REGISTER admissions.ku.edu/multicultural
Music Oct. 29 Health professions Nov. 9
JUNIOR DAYS 2013
An introduction to KU. For high school juniors and their families. REGISTER admissions.ku.edu/seniordays
Feb. 18 March 4 March 11
March 29 April 5 April 15
April 19 April 29 May 3
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WE CAN’T WAIT TO SHOW YOU AROUND.
Schedule a campus visit. visit.ku.edu
Apply today. admissions.ku.edu/apply
Office of Admissions 785-864-3911 adm@ku.edu admissions.ku.edu Let’s be social
Published by the Office of Marketing Communications in cooperation with the Office of Admissions. Additional photography: Kelly Anderson, Jan Nitcher/Student Housing. This booklet is for institutional purposes only and does not constitute a contract. Tuition and fees are subject to change by the Kansas Board of Regents. The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university’s programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Director of the Office of Institutional Opportunity and Access, IOA@ku.edu, 1246 West Campus Road, Room 153A, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY. 120485