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The University of Kansas
Overview
The University of Kansas / School of Law is located in Lawrence, KS, in a suburban setting.
Degrees & Awards
Degrees Offered
| Degree | Concentration | Sub-concentration |
|---|---|---|
| Juris Doctor/Master of Arts (JD/MA) | ||
| Juris Doctor/Master of Business Administration (JD/MBA) | ||
| Juris Doctor/Master of Public Administration (JD/MPA) | ||
| Juris Doctor/Master of Urban Planning (JD/MUP) | ||
| Juris Doctor/Master of Social Work (JD/MSW) | ||
| Juris Doctor/Master of Health Service Administration (JD/MHSA) | ||
| Juris Doctor/Master of Science (JD/MS) | ||
| Juris Doctor (JD) | Law |
Degrees Awarded
| Degree | Number Awarded |
|---|---|
| Doctoral Degrees | 121 |
| Other Advanced Degrees | 2 |
Earning Your Degree
| Part-time study available? | No |
| Evening/weekend programs available? | No |
| Distance learning programs available? | No |
| Terminal master's degree available? | No |
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
690
Applied
370
Accepted
121
Enrolled
Applying
55
Application Fee - Domestic
Yes
Electronic applications accepted?
Yes
Applications processed on a rolling basis?
Application Deadlines
| Type | Domestic | International | Priority date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall deadline | April 1st | April 1st | Yes |
Entrance Requirements
| Exam | Details | |
|---|---|---|
| Master's Degree Requirements | Curriculum vitae/resume, statement of interest, 2 letters of recommendation, official transcripts | |
| Doctoral Degree Exam | LSAT | |
| Doctoral Degree Requirements | 2 letters of recommendation, personal statement, resume, official transcripts | |
| Additional Entrance Requirements | Curriculum vitae/resume, 2 letters of recommendation, transcripts from undergraduate and law programs attended |
| Exam | Details | |
|---|---|---|
| TOEFL: Required |
Tuition & Fees
Financial Support
| Financial award applicants must submit: | FAFSA |
|---|---|
| Application deadlines for financial awards | February 15 |
| Types of financial support available |
Institutionally-sponsored Loans Scholarship and/or loans |
Student Body
369
Total Graduate Students
9%
International Breakout (representing other countries)
90%
Out-of-state students
Race/Ethnicity
| Hispanic/Latino | 7.05% |
|---|---|
| Black or African American | 4.34% |
| White or Caucasian | 72% |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | 0.54% |
| Asian | 3.79% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | Not Reported |
| Two or more races | 1.63% |
| Unknown | 2.71% |
Gender
Male (56%)
Female (43%)
Faculty
50
Total faculty
Full-time - 30
Part-time - 20
Male (26)
Female (24)
Research
| Focus of faculty research: | International law, business law, criminal law, tribal law, law and public policy |
|---|---|
| Externally sponsored research expenditures last year: | 0 |
Location & Contact
Address
Green Hall
1535 West 15th Street
Lawrence, KS 66045-7608
United States
1535 West 15th Street
Lawrence, KS 66045-7608
United States
Contact
Mr. Stephen W. Mazza
Dean
Phone: 785-864-4550
Fax: 785-864-5054
Dean
Phone: 785-864-4550
Fax: 785-864-5054