The University of Kansas is the only Kansas Regents university to hold membership in the prestigious Association of American Universities , a select group of 62 public and private research universities that represents excellence in graduate and professional education and the highest achievements in research .

The University of Kansas is a major public research and teaching institution that operates through a diverse, multicampus system. KU is a comprehensive educational and research institution with 29,272 students and more than 2,100 faculty members. KU includes the main campus in Lawrence, a city of about 88,000 in northeastern Kansas; the Medical Center in Kansas City, Kansas; the Edwards Campus in Overland Park; a clinical campus of the School of Medicine in Wichita; and educational and research facilities throughout the state.

The university is committed to offering the highest quality undergraduate, professional and graduate programs. Being the AAU research university of the state, the University of Kansas offers a broad array of advanced graduate study programs and fulfills its mission through faculty, academic and research programs of international distinction and outstanding libraries, information technology and teaching museums. Such resources enrich the undergraduate experience and are essential for graduate-level education and for research.

Research
The University of Kansas attains high levels of research productivity and recognizes that faculty are part of a network of scholars and academicians that shape a discipline as well as teach it. Teaching and research are mutually reinforcing with scholarly inquiry underlying and informing the educational experience at undergraduate, graduate and professional levels. KU enrolls students from every state in the nation and more than 110 countries all over the world. Strong academic programs, colorful traditions, moderate cost and a beautiful location make it an unbeatable combination. 

Distance Education
Distance education is a great way to get start on college, increase the confidence to complete a degree, update knowledge in future profession, or solve a scheduling problem. The University of Kansas offers distance learning opportunities for students who want to access KU’s high-quality instruction. These courses make KU accessible to students everywhere. 

Online Program
The KU Edwards Campus currently offers one online undergraduate certificate – Systems Analysis and Design Certificate. Such program is planned and scheduled so working adults can complete the program without commuting to campus.