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College costs in Kansas

Last checked: 2026-10-26

This page lists the 2 pilot schools in Kansas that are covered in this pilot. The lowest published total cost among them is $27,132 at University of Kansas, for one year, in state. The full list of 300 pilot schools is on the homepage, and selection for the pilot is explained on the methodology page.

Kansas averages

FigureAverage
Total cost for one year, in state$28,209
Total cost for one year, out of state$45,502
Average net price for one year$18,534
Acceptance rate83.8%

Averages on this page are simple averages across the pilot schools in Kansas that publish each figure. They describe the schools listed on this site, not every college in the state.

Schools in Kansas ranked by total cost

SchoolCityTotal cost, in stateTotal cost, out of stateAverage net price
University of KansasLawrence$27,132$44,844$18,322
Kansas State UniversityManhattan$29,286$46,160$18,745

Schools in Kansas ranked by acceptance rate

SchoolAcceptance rate, fall 2023ApplicantsAdmitted
Kansas State University79.4%13,43710,663
University of Kansas88.2%19,22616,958

Frequently asked questions

How much does college cost in Kansas?

Across the 2 pilot schools in Kansas that publish a total cost, the simple average total cost for one year is $28,209 for in state students. Individual schools on this page range from $27,132 upward.

What is the cheapest pilot school in Kansas on this site?

By published total cost for one year, the lowest is University of Kansas at $27,132 for in state students. Average net price can change the order, because grant aid differs by school.

What is the average acceptance rate in Kansas?

Across the 2 pilot schools in Kansas that publish a rate, the simple average acceptance rate is 83.8% for fall 2023.

Are these every college in Kansas?

No. This pilot covers 300 schools nationwide, chosen by measured search demand, selectivity, and enrollment, with at least one school in every state. The Kansas page lists only the pilot schools in the state.

Sources: the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System and College Scorecard, United States Department of Education. See the methodology page for sources, years, and how averages are worked out.