University of Kansas Medical Center

The Medical Center was founded in the year 1905 and is the only medical center of the University of Kansas. According to USNWR (US News and World Report), the medical center ranks #67 in medicine research. A total of 9 programs offered at the center are ranked in the top 50 among public universities. The medical center provides courses in interdisciplinary graduate programs in biostatistics and biomedical sciences. The acceptance rate is 47%.

Highlights

KU Medical Center Programs and Campus 

• KU Medical Center has three major departments. School of health profession offers UG, PG and certificate courses. School of nursing offers graduate degrees and certificate programs.
• School of medicine offers only graduate degrees. School of medicine also offers interdisciplinary graduate programs in biomedical sciences, and biostatistics. Health services administration studies are also offered in the school of medicine.
• KU Medical Center has three schools. The school of medicine has three campuses, Kansas City, Wichita, and Salina. The campus has facilities, like parking and fitness center.

NOTE: KU Medical Center does not have housing facility for students. The metro area around the campus can be explored by the students for residential options.

KU Medical Center Application Process 

• Application: Online and offline application is offered. A fee of USD 50 is waived for application.
• Application deadline: fall enrollment- October, 15.
• General requirements: official transcripts, AMCAS application, and English language Scores.
• Additional requirements: Supplemental application to University, and Valid student Visa.
• English Proficiency Test: IELTS or TOEFL scores are to be submitted during application. The scores vary for various courses and the detail can be searched on the official website.

Cost of Attendance 

The cost of attendance comprises several other expenses besides tuition fees such as accommodation costs, books and supplies, etc.

Tuition fee 

Other Expenses 

KU Medicine Center Scholarships 

The application process, deadlines, and requirements vary for each department. Available scholarships can be inquired from specific departments. All international students, at undergraduate and graduate level, can apply for KU International Student Tuition Grants. One should be a student for one complete academic year for being considered for the grant. Institutional Student Need Analysis Worksheet should be completed before applying for the grant and available scholarships.

KU Medicine Center Alumni 

The alumni of the college may avail alumni benefits such as, 10% discount on KU merchandise on KU bookstore, access to the library, and invitation to alumni events. Some of the distinguished alumni are George Tiller, milton R. Wolf, Theodore K. Lawless, and Paul Randal Harrington.