Special Learning Opportunity
The following table compares the special learning opportunities between best schools in Kansas including distance learning opportunities, ROTC program, Study abroad, and more special chances of learning. This statistics is based on the latest data from IPEDS, U.S. Department of Education for academic year 2024-2025.
| Rank | Name | Online Class | ROTC | Teacher Cert. | Study Abroad | Weekend/ Evening College | Campus Housing* | Meal Plan** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Friends University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (464) | ✔ ($4,784) |
| 2 | Pittsburg State University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,300) | ✔ ($3,256) |
| 3 | Baker University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (576) | ✔ ($4,668) |
| 4 | University of Kansas | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (5,488) | ✔ ($3,914) |
| 5 | Southwestern College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (519) | ✔ ($4,970) |
| 6 | MidAmerica Nazarene University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (702) | ✔ |
| 7 | Newman University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (400) | ✔ ($4,444) |
| 8 | University of Saint Mary | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (386) | ✔ ($4,610) |
| 9 | Emporia State University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (988) | ✔ ($3,998) |
| 10 | Wichita State University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,517) | ✔ |
Student Services on Campus
The following table compares the on-campus students services and facilities between best schools in Kansas including Student Counseling, Employment services for current students, Placement service for program completers, On-campus daycare facility, and library information.
| Rank | Name | Career Counseling | Employment Service | Placement Service | On Campus Daycare | Library Facilities |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Friends University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 2 | Pittsburg State University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 3 | Baker University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 4 | University of Kansas | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 5 | Southwestern College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 6 | MidAmerica Nazarene University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 7 | Newman University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 8 | University of Saint Mary | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 9 | Emporia State University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 10 | Wichita State University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of best schools in Kansas. Among 10 best schools in Kansas, all schools are NAA members, 5 schools are NCAA members, and 5 schools are NAIA members.
| Rank | Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Friends University | NAA, NAIA | Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conf | Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conf | Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conf | 10 athletic programs |
| 2 | Pittsburg State University | NAA, NCAA | Mid-America Intercollegiate Ath Assoc | Mid-America Intercollegiate Ath Assoc | Mid-America Intercollegiate Ath Assoc | 7 athletic programs |
| 3 | Baker University | NAA, NAIA | Heart of America Athletic Conference | Heart of America Athletic Conference | Heart of America Athletic Conference | 11 athletic programs |
| 4 | University of Kansas | NAA, NCAA | Big 12 Conference | Big 12 Conference | Big 12 Conference | 11 athletic programs |
| 5 | Southwestern College | NAA, NAIA | Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conf | Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conf | Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conf | 8 athletic programs |
| 6 | MidAmerica Nazarene University | NAA, NAIA | Heart of America Athletic Conference | Heart of America Athletic Conference | Heart of America Athletic Conference | 6 athletic programs |
| 7 | Newman University | NAA, NCAA | - | Mid-America Intercollegiate Ath Assoc | Mid-America Intercollegiate Ath Assoc | 9 athletic programs |
| 8 | University of Saint Mary | NAA, NAIA | Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conf | Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conf | Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conf | 7 athletic programs |
| 9 | Emporia State University | NAA, NCAA | Mid-America Intercollegiate Ath Assoc | Mid-America Intercollegiate Ath Assoc | Mid-America Intercollegiate Ath Assoc | 8 athletic programs |
| 10 | Wichita State University | NAA, NCAA | - | American Athletic Conference | American Athletic Conference | 7 athletic programs |
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
NAIA: National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics
Additional Characteristics
The following table compares and describes additional facts of best schools in Kansas including religious affiliation, specialized schools, and medical degree offer, and other facts.
| Rank | Name | Religious Affiliation | Historical Black School | Tribal School | Has Hospital | Offer Medical Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Friends University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 2 | Pittsburg State University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 3 | Baker University | United Methodist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 4 | University of Kansas | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| 5 | Southwestern College | United Methodist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 6 | MidAmerica Nazarene University | Church of the Nazarene | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 7 | Newman University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 8 | University of Saint Mary | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 9 | Emporia State University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 10 | Wichita State University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
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*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs