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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.

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MAJORS

WHAT DO YOU WANT TO DO? CHOOSE FROM NEARLY

200 FIELDS OF STUDY.

CONCENTRATIONS: ItalicsContact the appropriate school for minors and a complete listing of concentrations.

(EC): Taught at Edwards Campus.

*A co-major must accompany a major.

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academics

CHOOSING A MAJOR & CAREER

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MAJORS

WHAT DO YOU WANT TO DO? CHOOSE FROM NEARLY

200 FIELDS OF STUDY.

�SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE, DESIGN & PLANNINGArchitecture Architectural studies Design Environmental design; Illustration & animation; Industrial design; Photo media; Visual communication design

SCHOOL OF BUSINESSAccountingBusiness administration (also EC)FinanceInformation systemsManagement & leadershipMarketingSupply chain management The following concentrations may be 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 COMMUNICATIONSNews & information Strategic communication

COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS & SCIENCES African & African-American studies Arabic & Islamic studies American studiesAnthropologyApplied behavioral scienceAstronomyAtmospheric scienceBehavioral neuroscienceBiochemistry Biology Cellular biology; Biodiversity, ecology & evolutionary biology; Genetics; Neurobiology; Organismal biology; Teaching biology Chemistry Biochemistry; Biological chemistry; Chemical physics; Environmental chemistryClassical antiquityClassical languagesCommunication studiesDevelopmental psychology (EC)East Asian languages & culturesEconomicsEnglish Creative writing; Language, rhetoric & writingEnvironmental studiesEuropean 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 & literaturesGlobal & international studiesHistoryHistory of art Human biology Anthropology; Applied behavioral science; Biology; Psychology; Speech-language-hearingHumanitiesLatin American studiesLiberal arts & sciencesLinguisticsLiterature, language & writing (EC)MathematicsMicrobiologyMolecular biosciences (EC)PhilosophyPhysics

Political sciencePsychologyReligious studiesRussian & East European studies co-major*Slavic languages & literaturesSociologySpanishSpecial majorSpeech-language-hearingWomen’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 educationSchool 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 compositionMusic education Music theory Music therapy Musicology Oboe Organ Percussion Piano Saxophone Theatre & voice Trombone Trumpet Tuba Viola Violin Violoncello Voice

SCHOOL OF NURSINGNursing

SCHOOL OF PHARMACYDoctor of pharmacy

SCHOOL OF SOCIAL WELFARESocial 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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11 PROGRAMS

for Multicultural Scholars.

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GETTING IN2012-13 REQUIREMENTS FOR THE COLLEGE OF

LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES

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Kansas residents21+ ACT (980+ SAT) orGraduate in top third of high school class or2.0+ GPA in the Kansas

Qualified Admissions Curriculum

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Out-of-state residents24+ ACT (1090+ SAT) or

Graduate in top third of high school class or2.5+ GPA in the Kansas

Qualified Admissions Curriculum

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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.

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KU has 48 NATIONALLY

ranked academic programs.

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Honors program: No. 2 in the nation in

benefits to students. -A Review of 50 Public

University Honors Programs

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APPLY admissions.ku.edu/apply

EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING

EXPAND YOUR EDUCATION — INSIDE AND OUTSIDE

THE CLASSROOM.

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THE HONORS PROGRAM provides academically talented students with an elite

education and all the resources of a major research

institution.

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STUDY ABROADstudyabroad.ku.edu

UNIVERSITY HONORS PROGRAM

honors.ku.edu

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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

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FIVE Engaged Learning programs complement

your major by rewarding entrepreneurship, international experiences, research, service

learning, and leadership.

ENTREPRENEURSHIP PROGRAMentr.ku.edu

LEADERSHIP STUDIESSERVICE LEARNINGservicelearning.ku.edu

GLOBAL AWARENESS PROGRAMgap.ku.edu

RESEARCH EXPERIENCE PROGRAMrep.ku.edu

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The Jayhawk represents only one university in the world:

KU.

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KU’s ROCK CHALK CHANT is the nation’s coolest

football cheer.–Bleacher Report

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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

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CHANT ALONG WITH UStraditions.ku.edu

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You’ll fit right in — choose from MORE THAN 600 student

clubs.

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MORE THAN 3,100 students were

involved in sororities and fraternities in

2011–12.

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LEARN MOREsilc.ku.edu

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Student events have included a

B.o.B. concert, stand-up by Aziz Ansari, and

Project Runway competitions.

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Students volunteered 16,000

hours last year through the Center

for Community Outreach.

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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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 OFFERSEight 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

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STUDENTS WHO LIVE ON CAMPUS

get better grades and are more likely to

graduate on time.

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KU STUDENT HOUSINGhousing.ku.edu

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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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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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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.

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 VALUEWe 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

DON’T SKIP THIS PART

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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.

* 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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FINANCIAL AID & SCHOLARSHIPS affordability.ku.edu

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.

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.

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($10,000 per year)

30 KU hours + 3.4 GPA

National Merit Semifinalist, National Achievement Semifinalist

$20,000($5,000 per year)


Chancellor 32 ACT/1400 SAT3.85 GPA/4.0 scale

$20,000($5,000 per year)


Traditions 31 ACT/1360 SAT3.75 GPA/4.0 scale

$16,000($4,000 per year)


Crimson & Blue 28 ACT/1250 SAT3.5 GPA/4.0 scale

$8,000($2,000 per year)


Rock Chalk 25 ACT/1130 SAT3.5 GPA/4.0 scale

$4,000($1,000 per year)


Jayhawk 24 ACT/1090 SAT3.75 GPA/4.0 scale

$4,000($1,000 per year)


KU Pell Advantage*

22 ACT/1020 SAT3.25 GPA/4.0 scale

Combination of scholarships & grants to fund tuition & fees


KANSAS RESIDENT RENEWABLE SCHOLARSHIPS

*Must file the FAFSA by the 3/1 priority date each year and be Pell-eligible.

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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.

*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.

MIDWEST STUDENT EXCHANGE: YOU MUST LIVE INIllinois, 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.

ABOUT THESE 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($10,000 per year)*

30 KU hours +3.4 GPA

National Merit Semifinalist, National Achievement Semifinalist

$20,000($5,000 per year)*


Midwest Student Exchange Program**


$38,700 over four years ($9,675 per year)*


KU Excellence 28 ACT/1250 SAT3.5 GPA/4.0 scale



KU Distinction 25 ACT/1130 SAT3.5 GPA/4.0 scale

$24,000($6,000 per year)


KU Achievement 24 ACT/1090 SAT3.75 GPA/4.0 scale

$16,000($4,000 per year)


NONRESIDENT RENEWABLE SCHOLARSHIPS

JAYHAWK GENERATIONS




26-27 ACT/1170-1240 SAT3.5 GPA/4.0 scale



24-25 ACT/1090- 1160 SAT3.5 GPA/4.0 scale



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SENIOR TIME LINE

MAKE THIS A PRIORITY. A MONTH-BY-MONTH LOOK AT DEADLINES.

NOVEMBER▼

Nov. 1: Deadline to apply for

scholarships and the University

Honors Program.

JANUARY▼

Jan. 1: Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) available.

fafsa.govDECEMBER

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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.

FEBRUARY▼

Feb. 1: Sign up for an

orientation session.orientation.ku.edu

Deadline to report improved ACT/

SAT for scholarship reconsideration.

NOW▼

Apply early for admission. admissions.ku.edu/apply

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Contract with KUStudent Housing once

you’re admitted.You may also apply for a

scholarship hall. housing.ku.edu

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AUGUST ▼

Attend orientation.

Arrive on campus and become a Jayhawk.

Aug. 26:

First day of classes.

MARCH▼

March 1: Priority date

to file the FAFSA. File earlier if you can.

(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.

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New residents who have signed housing contracts

begin selecting rooms and roommates online.

MAY▼

May 1: Deadline to pay the new

student fee.

JUNE▼

Attend orientation.

JULY

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Attend orientation.

July 1: Deadline to submit final high

school transcript.

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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, 2013Mondays and Fridays9 a.m. or 1 p.m.Tuesdays and Thursdays9 a.m.Select Saturdays9 a.m.

No tours Nov. 21-23 (Thanksgiving break)Dec. 7-Jan. 25 (winter break)

SENIOR DAYS 2012In-depth exploration of what it means to be a Jayhawk. For high school seniors and their families.

MULTICULTURAL VISIT DAY 2013Learn about support services that help multicultural students thrive. For students in grades 9–11 and their families.

March 25

REGISTER admissions.ku.edu/multicultural

EngineeringSept. 28

JournalismOct. 15

EducationOct. 15

BusinessOct. 29

MusicOct. 29

Health professionsNov. 9

All majorsSept. 10Oct. 1Oct. 8Oct. 22Nov. 2 Nov. 12Nov. 16Nov. 26Nov. 30

ArchitectureSept. 14

DesignSept. 14

REGISTER admissions.ku.edu/seniordays

SCHOLAR DAYSFor academically talented students, such as National Merit Semifinalists, National Achievement Semifinalists, and National Hispanic Scholars. By invitation only.

JUNIOR DAYS 2013An introduction to KU. For high school juniors and their families.

Feb. 18March 4March 11

March 29April 5April 15

April 19April 29May 3

REGISTER admissions.ku.edu/juniordays

SummerJune 5 – July 26Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays9 a.m.

No tours July 4

REGISTER admissions.ku.edu/jayhawkdays

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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

Let’s be social

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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, [email protected], 1246 West Campus Road, Room 153A, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY.

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