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Lawrence, KS
27K+ students
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Institution Type
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- Jun 1
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Get to know your university
AssistedFind a few communities to try at University of Kansas
These are things we discovered from public campus sources. We are constantly looking for more.
36 mapped items from 12 public sources
Worth a look
American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA)
Empowers students pursuing aerospace engineering by providing opportunities for professional development, academic support, and engagement with the aerospace industry.
Open to all
American Society of Mechanical Engineers
Promotes and enhances the technical competency and professional well-being of its members through quality programs and activities in mechanical engineering.
Open to all
Engineering Student Council (ESC)
The student government body for engineering students. ESC works directly with the dean of engineering and department heads on behalf of the students and sponsors a variety of activities.
Jayhawk Hockey Club
Represents the University of Kansas in the American Collegiate Hockey Association (ACHA).
Tryout required
Jayhawk Motorsports
A student organization that designs, builds, and competes with a formula-style race car in the annual Formula SAE competition.
Regular commitment
Kansas Esports
The official varsity-level Esports program at KU, competing in games like Rocket League, Valorant, Overwatch, and League of Legends in the National Association of Collegiate Esports (NACE).
Tryout required
KJHK 90.7 FM
The student-run radio station of the University of Kansas, broadcasting 24/7 with a mix of music, sports, and news programming.
KU Debate
One of the most successful debate programs in the nation, with a history of national championships. The team competes in intercollegiate policy debate tournaments across the country.
Tryout required
Easy to try first
Jayhacks
A student-led organization that hosts KU's largest annual hackathon, bringing together students from across the country to create, build, and learn.
Drop in any time
KU Badminton Club
A great opportunity for anyone at KU to get involved and play badminton with peers, from beginners to experienced players.
Drop in any time
KU Climbing Club
Promotes the sport of climbing through practice, competition, and outreach within the KU and Lawrence communities.
Drop in any time
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Life in Lawrence for University of Kansas Students
Everything you need to know about living and studying in Lawrence.
Timezone
Central Time (CT)
Median Rent
$1,100
Cost of Living Index
97
Student Population
28,000
City Transportation
Walkability
45
Bikeability
62
Public Transit
Lawrence Transit (The T)
Nearest Airports
Lawrence Municipal Airport
Climate Averages
Climate
Humid subtropical
Avg Annual Temp
55°F
Avg Snowfall
16 in
Dorms & On-Campus Housing at University of Kansas
Various dorm and housing options are available for students.
Showing 24 of 57 known dorm and housing options.
Battenfeld
Capacity: 50
Room types: traditional rooms (community bathroom), semiprivate, suites
Battenfeld Scholarship Hall
Capacity: 50
Room types: traditional, semi-private, suite
Bennett Hall
Room types: single, double
Blue Mountain Apartments
Room types: 1-person, 2-person
Brown Hall
Room types: single, double
Corbin Residence Hall
Capacity: 400
Room types: traditional rooms
Douthart
Capacity: 50
Room types: traditional rooms (community bathroom), semiprivate, suites
Douthart Scholarship Hall
Capacity: 50
Room types: single, double
Downs Hall
Capacity: 300
Room types: single, double
Ellsworth Residence Hall
Capacity: 300
Room types: traditional rooms
English Hall
Gertrude Sellards Pearson (GSP) Residence Hall
Capacity: 300
Room types: traditional rooms
Gillette House
Room types: single, double
Grace Pearson
Capacity: 50
Room types: traditional rooms (community bathroom), semiprivate, suites
Grace Pearson Scholarship Hall
Capacity: 50
Room types: traditional
GSP Hall
Capacity: 300
Room types: single, double
Hashinger Residence Hall
Capacity: 300
Room types: traditional rooms
Hasty Hall
Capacity: 86
Room types: traditional residence hall rooms
Hawker
Room types: single, double
HERE Apartments
Room types: 1-person, 2-person, 3-person
Jayhawker Towers
Capacity: 500
Room types: single, double
Jayhawker Towers A
Room types: 2-person, 4-person (shared bedroom)
Jayhawker Towers D
Room types: 2-person, 4-person (shared bedroom)
K.K. Amini
Capacity: 50
Room types: traditional rooms (community bathroom), semiprivate, suites
Campus Details
Academic System
Semester
Control
Public
Email Domain
@kansas.edu
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Start: June 1, 2026
End: July 24, 2026
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