| KU | vs. | ISU |
|---|---|---|
| Lawrence, Kansas | Location | Ames, Iowa |
| Four-years, Public | School Type | four-years, Public |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Research University (very high research activity) | Carnegie Classification | Research University (very high research activity) |
In-State$11,700
Out-Of-State$29,412 | 2024 Tuition & Fees | In-State$10,497
Out-Of-State$27,683 |
| 75% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 79% |
| $10,373 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $9,461 |
| 87.84 % | Acceptance Rates | 90.22 % |
| 31.31 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 28.96 % |
| 1,210 | SAT Score | 1,220 |
| 24 | ACT Score | 24 |
| 67 % | Graduation Rate | 74 % |
| 23 % | Transfer-out Rate | 18 % |
| 85 % | Retention Rate | 86 % |
| 26,708 | Student Population | 29,969 |
| 2,383 | Number of Faculties | 1,519 |
| 17 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 18 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare |