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University of Kansas School of Medicine Review

About University of Kansas School of Medicine

Overview

The University of Kansas School of Medicine is a 4-year MD-granting program and the only medical school in the state of Kansas. The School of Medicine provides three different campuses, each with a specific focus. In Kansas City, students train at an academic medical center. In Wichita, the medical education is community-based. In Salina, it has a focus on rural medicine. The University of Kansas has an emphasis on improving the lives of Kansas residents. It is also home to The University of Kansas Cancer Center and the KU Alzheimer’s Disease Center.

Mission

The University of Kansas School of Medicine commits to enhance the quality of life and serve our community through the discovery of knowledge, the education of health professionals and by improving the health of the public.

Vision

The University of Kansas School of Medicine will work with its partners to become the premier academic medical center in the region known for its excellent education, innovative scientific discovery, outstanding clinical programs and dedication to community service. It will be known as the place where everyone wants to come to learn, to teach, to conduct research and to receive his or her health care.

Values

Excellence

Partnership and Collaboration

Teamwork and Participatory Decision Making

Ethics, Honesty and Respect

Practicality and Financial Responsibility

Openness and Transparency in Decisions and Finances

Accountability and Measurable Milestones

Diversity

Continuous Improvement

University of Kansas School of Medicine Details

1905

First Class

211

Class Size

$37,891

In-State Tuition

$67,086

Out-Of State Tuition

dual degree programs

MD/PHD
MD/MPH
MD/MHSA

living

Campus: Kansas City

Cost of Living Index:

85.5**

Walkability Score:

32**

Climate: Kansas City

- Annual High Temp: 64.3°F
- Annual Low Temp: 42.5°F
- Av. Annual Rainfall: 34.14 inch

*US average index is 100

**Score 0-100

Campus: Wichita

Cost of Living Index:

86.3**

Walkability Score:

35**

Climate: Wichita

- Annual High Temp: 67.6°F
- Annual Low Temp: 45.7°F
- Av. Annual Rainfall: 34.33 inch

*US average index is 100

**Score 0-100

Campus: Salina

Cost of Living Index:

80.1**

Walkability Score:

38**

Climate: Salina

- Annual High Temp: 66.9°F
- Annual Low Temp: 44.5°F
- Av. Annual Rainfall: 32.23 inch

*US average index is 100

**Score 0-100

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