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- FAFSA School Code: 002518
- Phone: (573) 882-2121
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ACCEPTANCE RATE
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94%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
15:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
4FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$7,775Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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University of Missouri – Kansas City
105 Jesse Hall, Columbia, MO
University of Missouri - Kansas City, a public institution, offers a variety of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Kansas City, MO, it offers an urban setting for students to study in. Approximately 15,000 students are enrolled per year at University of Missouri - Kansas City.
Students may pick from a few areas of study, including but not limited to:
- Liberal Arts And Sciences
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Legal Professions And Studies
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Communications And Journalism
Students applying for admission are asked to submit an application, transcripts, test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by admissions staff. A SAT or ACT exam is required prior to applying, with scores between 960 - 1350 for the SAT exam and between 20 - 27 on the ACT is common among students admitted to this school. 56% of students that apply are accepted to this school, of which 50% choose to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found here.
Tuition & fees at UMKC vary for in-state and nonresidents. In-state tuition costs around $9,900 per year with out-of-state tuition costing $23,000 for the year. University of Missouri - Kansas City may provide financial aid for students that qualify as scholarships, grants, and loans.
The University of Missouri - Kansas City Kangaroos participate in several intercollegiate athletic programs, overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs available:
- Basketball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Golf (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Soccer (NCAA Division I-AAA)
Students who would like to see more about University of Missouri - Kansas City may check out their website at http://www.umkc.edu/.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give you an idea of the candidates University of Missouri – Kansas City accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at University of Missouri – Kansas City is around 16,000 students, with undergraduate students making up about 69% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $14,500. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $45 application fee for students applying to the school. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition estimates per year:
- In-State: $9,000-$11,000
- Out-of-State: $25,000-$29,670
- Charges for part-time students are:
- In-State: $300-$360 per unit
- Out-of-State: $820-$990 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 94% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 85% | $7,104 |
Receiving Student Loans | 49% | $6,713 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, University of Missouri – Kansas City may provide student services like those listed below:- Online course work available
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Career path counseling
- Student employment
- Assistance to find work
- Day care for children
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
Campus: University of Missouri – Kansas City
- Clinical Psychology (Ph.D.) Program
- Counseling Psychology (Ph.D.) Program
- Dance Program
- Dental Hygienist Program
- Endodontics Program
- Law Program
- Medical (M.D.) Program
- Music Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Program
- Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics Program
- Pediatric Dentistry Program
- Periodontics Program
- Pharmacy (Pharm. D.) Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
- Theatre Program
Campus: University of Missouri - Kansas City - UMKC School of Pharmacy
- Pharmacy (Pharm. D.) Program
- * Accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (since 1945)
Intercollegiate Athletics
University of Missouri – Kansas City is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Basketball (Western Athletic Conference)
- Track and Field (Western Athletic Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by University of Missouri – Kansas City by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Architecture
- Urban Planning (B)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B, M)
- Biostatistics (C, M)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Accounting (B, M)
- Finance (M)
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Science (B, M)
- Information Technology (B)
Education
Engineering
- Electrical Engineering (B, M)
- Mechanical Engineering (B, M)
- Civil Engineering (B, C, M)
English Language and Literature
- English (B, M)
- Creative Writing (M)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
Health and Clinical Professions
- Pharmacy (D)
- Nursing (B, M)
- Dentistry (D)
- Medicine (D)
- Dental Hygienist (B)
- Anesthesiologist Assistant (M)
- Nursing Science (D)
History
- History (B, M)
Interdisciplinary Studies
- Gerontology (C)
Legal Professions and Studies
- Law (D)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (B, M)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (M)
Natural Resources and Conservation
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B, D, M)
- Counseling Psychology (D)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (M)
- Public Administration (M)
Security and Protective Services
Social Sciences
- Political Science (B, M)
- Sociology (B, M)
- Economics (B, M)
- Cartography and GIS (C)
- Geography (B)
- Urban Studies (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Fine Arts and Studio Arts (B, M)
- Theatre Design and Technology (M)
- Dance (B)
- Art History (B, M)
- Music Theory and Composition (B, D, M)
- Music (B, M)
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B, M)
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to University of Missouri – Kansas City.
- Haskell Indian Nations University in Garden City, KS (36 miles away)
- Missouri Western State University in Marshall, MO (51 miles away)
- University of Central Missouri in Fayette, MO (52 miles away)
- Washburn University in Hillsboro, KS (60 miles away)
- Emporia State University in Kansas City, KS (97 miles away)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002518
- Phone: (573) 882-2121
- School Homepage