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Welcome! We invite you, your family and your guests to visit the University of Kansas and the city of Lawrence to learn about campus and community life. The Lawrence campus is recognized as one of the most beautiful in the nation. We look forward to seeing you here.

If you are a prospective high school or transfer student, you can set up a campus tour with the Office of Admissions and Scholarships.

Get an introduction to the university, take a virtual tour and learn more about campus visits. Go to the Explore KU page.

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Experience the seasons at KU

Spring

Flowering crab trees brighten the campus as the academic year bustles toward commencement in May.

Summer

It’s the heat and the humidity, for sure. The university catches its breath before the new academic year begins.

Fall

Football on a sparkling October day, concerts and plays and classes are in full stride—campus.

Winter

Basketball makes Allen Fieldhouse the hottest place around during this chilly time of year.