The University of KansasKansas, USA

The University of Kansas is a flagship public university. A prestigious member of the Association of American Universities, the University of Kansas is ranked 369 on the QS 2023 rankings. Fully accredited by the North Central Association/ Higher Learning Commission, it is a top-ranked institute founded in 1865. 

With an enrollment of over 19,135 students in the fall of 2020, the university is home to students from all 50 US states and over 109 countries. It has 2,800 faculty and boasts a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Being a research university with a global reach, it is pushing the boundaries of knowledge. 

The main campus is in Lawrence, Kansas, and has several satellite campuses, research centers, medical centers, and educational centers across Kansas. The University has branches in Garden City, Leavenworth, Overland Park, Parsons, Salina, Topeka, Hays, Wichita, and Kansas City. The main campus is home to engineering labs, biosciences labs, Geology and petroleum labs, medical centers, Applied English Center, 12 libraries, and several museums. Allen Fieldhouse, one of the greatest basketball arenas in the world, and the eighth oldest football stadium, the David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium, are both located at KU. 

The University of Kansas offers 149 bachelor's, 96 doctorate and professional degrees, 61 graduate certificates, and 123 master's programs. Moreover, KU offers programs in 40 languages and is among the highest-rated doctoral universities offering research-centric programs. They have a 91% acceptance rate. 

The alums of this prestigious university have contributed to film, theater, sports, business, media, writing, and several other industries. Some notable alums include Wilt Chamberlain, one of the greatest basketball players, and Paul Rudd. Kate Spade, fashion designer, founder, and co-owner of Kate Spade New York, also studied at KU. 

The University of Kansas organizes career fairs and offers career coaching, internships, and workshops to students to upscale themselves. With 10,000 jobs posted on Hire Jayhawks each year in various fields, including Journalism, Business, Engineering, and more, students have ample opportunities lined up for them after a holistic education.