Race & Ethnicity
University of Kansas has a diverse student body with 28% students of color and 2% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
University of Kansas offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
University of Kansas has a gender distribution of 53% female students and 47% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
33% of total enrollment
38% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
University of Kansas serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 77% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 7% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
77%
Traditional Age (18-21)
7%
Non-Traditional (25+)
29%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
University of Kansas attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 2% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 56% in-state residents, 42% out-of-state students, and 2% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
56% of student body
42% of student body
2% of student body
States Represented
50 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
28%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
53%
Female Students
Global Reach
2%
International
Age Diversity
7%
Non-Traditional Age