What Is a Graduate Degree?

A woman in a University of Kansas graduate degree regalia stands on the Hill beneath the Campanile.

Whether you're considering a master's, doctorate or certificate, a graduate degree can help you build advanced knowledge and specialize in your field. It's not just about career growth — it's about finding new ways to challenge yourself and make an impact in your community.

Today we're…


Becoming a Jayhawk: Chiara Fernando’s Path to Success

The executive team of the University of Kansas Women in Finance program poses for a photo on a blue staircase.

We sat down with University of Kansas student Chiara Fernando to learn about all the organizations and involvement opportunities available to business students at KU. With a passion for leadership and a drive to grow, Chiara has made the most of her time on campus. She’s proving that embracing…


The Transfer Student Experience at the University of Kansas

A University of Kansas bus, with students walking toward it from the Union. Jayhawk statue looks over the campus from the bottom left of image.

Transferring to a new university is more than just continuing your education. It’s about finding a place where you feel at home, where opportunities are limitless and where you can see yourself thriving. At KU, transfer students aren’t just adjusting to a new campus. They’re joining a community…


How Long Does It Take to Get a Bachelor's Degree?

A University of Kansas student and her advisor look at a laptop screen to help determine how long it will take to get a bachelor's degree.

So, how long does it take to get a bachelor’s degree? At the University of Kansas, most bachelor’s degrees are designed to be completed in four years of full-time study. However, there are many factors that can shorten or extend that timeline.


Becoming a Jayhawk: Andrew Reyes on Internships and Involvement

KU engineering student Andrew Reyes poses with the Jayhawk mascot and another student at a High School Design Competition event, planned and hosted by KU SELF fellows.

We’re sharing our conversation with Andrew Reyes, a junior majoring in computer science in the School of Engineering. As a SELF Fellow, Andrew is part of a unique leadership development program that’s helping him expand his skills beyond the classroom. 

He’s involved in a wide variety…


How KU Architecture Study Abroad Took Me Across Asia

University of Kansas Architecture student James Price poses in front of buildings in Singapore on a study abroad trip to Asia.

My name is James Price, and I am currently a student at the University of Kansas. I chose KU because I was very interested in the architecture program and decided to pursue the five-year master's program. Something I didn’t know was that taking the program also meant you’re also supposed to pick…


See the World at the International Jayhawk Festival

Dancers on stage at the International Jayhawk Festival at the University of Kansas.

Choosing the University of Kansas means stepping into a global experience that reaches far beyond the classroom. The International Jayhawk Festival is one of those moments on campus where everything feels a little more colorful, a little more connected and a lot more fun. At KU, international…


Becoming a Jayhawk: Emily Costner

University of Kansas student Emily Costner poses for a portrait at the Trio offices in Strong Hall.

Today, we’re chatting with Emily Costner, a non-traditional student and parent, about the challenges she has overcome and the campus resources that have supported her. Her resilience and determination are inspiring, and her story is one that deserves to be celebrated. We sat down with Emily to…


Bachelor of Arts vs. Science: What's the Difference?

Future University of Kansas undergraduate students learn about the Bachelor of Arts in Interior Architecture in a classroom setting.

Whether you’re still deciding on a major or just starting to explore college, learning what an undergraduate degree involves can help you make more confident choices. Understanding the difference between a B.A. and a B.…


From KU’s Industrial Design Program to National Recognition

KU student Clara Rozmaryn stands next to her award-winning housewares design project, a cleaning system of bottles entitled "Tilt".

For Clara Rozmaryn, what started as a classroom project turned into national recognition at one of the largest housewares design competitions in the country. The University of Kansas student recently placed third in the International Housewares Association’s…