Graduate research

Enhance your KU graduate education with research. Learn how to find funding, secure graduate teaching positions, present your research, and more with the Office of Graduate & Postdoctoral Affairs.

Office of Graduate & Postdoctoral Affairs

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KU graduate programs rank nationally

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graduate programs in the top 10 among public universities (2025, U.S. News & World Report)
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graduate programs in the top 50 among public universities (2025, U.S. News & World Report)
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No. 1-ranked graduate programs, including Local Government Management, Special Education, and Speech Language Pathology (2025, U.S. News & World Report)

Srishti Baid

"Being involved in research lab trains [students] how to think critically, how the process of science works and the rigor it takes to prove a hypothesis. It gives them a chance to apply a lot of their theoretical learning in practice."


Srishti Baid
Graduate Student, Molecular Biosciences

Find fellowships + funding

KU and outside entities offer fellowships, funding and resources to get you started on your research.

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Conduct research abroad

Research universities attract scholars and students from around the world, creating a diverse international community. This environment better prepares students to succeed in an increasingly global economy. Learn how you can do research abroad.

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Become a leader

Develop and foster your leadership skills. Explore KU graduate study programs designed for the next generation of leaders.

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Communicate your research

Share your research with others through KU's 3-Minute Thesis Competition, the Capitol Graduate Research Summit and more opportunities offered by the Office of Graduate & Postdoctoral Affairs.

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Prepare for your career

Gain research and teaching experience within your program by becoming a graduate research assistant, graduate teaching assistant or graduate assistant. Visit the KU Jobs website for opportunities outside of your graduate program.

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