Manhattan, KS · Lawrence, KS · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Kansas State University | University of Kansas | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 81.7% | 93.5% |
| In-State Tuition | $11,221 | $12,102 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $28,568 | $30,432 |
| Average Net Price | $20,527 | $19,205 |
| Graduation Rate | 71.0% | 69.0% |
| Total Enrollment | 20,295 | 29,792 |
| Student-Faculty Ratio | 19 | 18 |
GradFax Analysis
Kansas State University accepts 81.7% of applicants. University of Kansas accepts 93.5%. Tuition is close: $11,221 at Kansas State University, $12,102 at University of Kansas. Six-year graduation rates are close: 71% at Kansas State University, 69% at University of Kansas.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Kansas State University. It accepts 81.7% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
University of Kansas, on average. After aid, students pay $19,205/year versus $20,527/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
Kansas State University: 71% of students finish in 6 years. University of Kansas is at 69%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.