High-achieving students

With a commitment to changing our world for the better, KU prepares today’s scholars to lead extraordinary lives. Expect opportunities to thrive and latitude to rise.

Your Opportunities

University Honors Program

Foster your talents and fuel your curiosity in the University Honors Program, where you’ll learn from renowned faculty, with top scholars, in small, discussion-based courses.

Merit-based scholarships

Most renewable freshman scholarships from KU are based on GPA, with up to $40,000 served to in-state students and $67,000 to out-of-state students. Depending on your performance in high school classes, you could be eligible for significant awards and cost savings.

Grants, fellowships, and enrichment programs

Depending on your major or grades, you may be eligible for entrance into one or more KU enrichment programs — many of which offer tuition assistance and research opportunities. Here are a few: