At the top of Mount Oread stands the University of Kansas, a major public research and teaching institution with lofty goals and a global outlook. The historic buildings and tree-covered campus, along with top-ranked academic programs and growing research endeavors, provide an environment that inspires and challenges students and faculty.

This international research university offers its 30,000 students nearly 200 fields of study, from medicine and law to the humanities, and more than 40 nationally ranked academic programs. Incoming classes, which boast test scores far above the national average, represent all 50 students and more than 100 countries. Students have 20 on-campus housing options and more than 500 clubs and activities — plus an exciting environment ranging from a vibrant local music scene to national championship basketball (and national debate championships)

Ranked by high school counselors as one of the nation's top 10 public universities, KU is a great place to be challenged, inspired and rewarded.