Strong internship programs through Career Center and School of Business. Kansas City proximity (45 minutes) provides excellent opportunities. Business school has dedicated corporate partnerships. 70%+ of business students complete internships.

Lower-level courses often 100-300 students in lecture halls. Upper-level major courses typically 20-40 students. Honors courses and seminars 15-25 students. Business school classes average 30-50 students after freshman year.

Mix of lecture-based (especially freshman/sophomore years) and applied learning. Business school emphasizes case studies, group projects, and experiential learning. Strong internship integration in junior/senior years.

Academic Achievement & Access Center provides tutoring, supplemental instruction, and academic coaching. Writing Center, Math Support Center available. Business school has dedicated advising. Class sizes in introductory courses may limit individual attention from professors.

Overall 6-month post-graduation employment rate approximately 85%. Business school reports 90%+ placement rate. Strong regional placement, particularly in Kansas City metro area.

• KU School of Business is AACSB-accredited. Marketing program is particularly strong. Business school ranks in top 25% nationally. Pre-law has strong acceptance rates to law schools (KU Law is ranked #68 by US News). Psychology department is well-regarded with strong research opportunities. Pre-physical therapy has dedicated advising track through Health Professions Advising.
• Marketing and entrepreneurship are standout programs. KU has one of the oldest and most respected sport management programs in the country.

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Approximately 20-25% of students involved in Greek life. Significant presence but not dominant - plenty of social options outside Greek system. 28 fraternities and 18 sororities. Greek Row is visible on campus.

Very active and diverse social scene. College town atmosphere with Mass Street entertainment district adjacent to campus. Mix of house parties, Greek events, bars/restaurants, campus events. Basketball creates unifying social experience. Generally inclusive atmosphere.

EXCEPTIONAL school spirit - one of KU's strongest attributes. Allen Fieldhouse (basketball) is iconic with 16,300 capacity, consistently sold out. Football games draw 40,000+. Rock Chalk Chant is famous tradition. Basketball culture is intense - students camp out for tickets. Strong traditions include Late Night in the Phog, Hawk Week, and rivalry with Kansas State.

86% freshman retention rate

67% six-year graduation rate

Very active campus on weekends, especially during basketball season. NOT a commuter school - approximately 85% of students from outside Lawrence area. Mass Street (downtown Lawrence) is vibrant with students on weekends. Greek life, athletic events, and campus programming keep campus lively.

Moderate to liberal campus in a purple/swing state. Lawrence itself is notably more liberal than surrounding Kansas (often called 'blue dot in red state'). Generally tolerant atmosphere with diverse viewpoints. Student activism present but not overwhelming.

College town setting. Lawrence population ~95,000 (doubles with students). Campus is walkable and integrated with downtown. 45 minutes from Kansas City metro area (2+ million people). Not truly urban but substantial town with city amenities.

Approximately 215 sunny days per year. Four distinct seasons. Summers hot and humid (85-95°F). Winters cold with some snow (20-40°F). Spring/fall pleasant but can have severe weather (tornados possible). Less sunshine than Southwest but more than Pacific Northwest.

Clinton Lake State Park (5 miles) - hiking, boating, beaches. Kansas River trails for running/biking. Baker Wetlands nearby. Moderate nature access - not mountainous but has trails, lakes, and prairies. Kansas landscape is relatively flat. Perry Lake (20 minutes) for water activities.

KU on Wheels provides free bus service. Lawrence Transit (city buses) free for students. Walkable campus and downtown. Car helpful but not essential. Uber/Lyft available. Kansas City accessible by car (no direct train/metro).

Kansas City International Airport (KCI) - 45 minutes/40 miles. Major hub with direct flights nationwide.

Lawrence is quintessential college town. Mass Street (downtown) has restaurants, shops, music venues, bars within walking distance of campus. Progressive, artsy community. Kansas City offers major city amenities (professional sports, museums, entertainment, shopping) 45 minutes away. Town revolves around university.

KU has the Crimson & Blue Dance Team - competes at Division I level. Team performs at basketball and football games. Tryouts held in spring (April/May). Walk-ons can try out - no dance team experience required but competition is significant. Team is competitive/spirit hybrid. Also has KU Spirit Squad with dance component.

Excellent recreation facilities. Ambler Student Recreation Fitness Center is large and well-equipped (opened 2015) - 283,000 sq ft with climbing wall, pools, courts, fitness equipment. Robinson Gymnasium for intramurals. Extensive intramural sports program (40+ sports/activities). Outdoor recreation program offers trips and equipment rental. Strong recreation culture.

Multiple dining halls with varying quality. Recent renovations to dining facilities. Students report food is acceptable but not exceptional - typical college dining. Many dining plan options. Mass Street provides extensive off-campus dining alternatives within walking distance. Grocery stores nearby for apartment cooking.

Attractive traditional campus with limestone buildings, green spaces, and hilly terrain. Mount Oread location provides elevation and views. Potter Lake is scenic campus feature. Campanile (bell tower) and Memorial Stadium are landmarks. Campus is well-maintained with mature trees. Not stunning like some mountain/coastal campuses but pleasant Midwestern college aesthetic.

Mix of old and renovated residence halls. Scholarship Halls (unique to KU) offer cooperative living at reduced cost - highly rated by students. Traditional dorms are older but functional. Newer options include Jayhawker Towers (apartment-style). Most students move off-campus after freshman year - abundant affordable housing in Lawrence. On-campus housing guaranteed for freshmen.

Spirit Program contact through KU Athletics: (785) 864-3143. Email: kuspiritprogram@ku.edu. Tryout information typically posted on kuathletics.com in spring semester.