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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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Liberal Arts Degree
The liberal arts program at University of Missouri – Kansas City prepares students for careers in marketing, sales, business, social media, graphic design, data analysis and management, computer programming, and information technology networking and support. The program focuses in a structured combination of the arts. Program courses include: biological and physical sciences, social sciences, humanities, and independently designed programs of study. Get more details below including other Missouri colleges that offer liberal arts degrees.
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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/.
Students Enrolled in the Liberal Arts Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Missouri – Kansas City has offered the following programs for students:
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
Graduates | |
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Bachelor's Degree | 130 |
Master's Degree | 6 |
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 48 |
Female | 88 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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American Indian | 1 |
Asian | 30 |
Black | 24 |
Hispanic | 4 |
White | 50 |
Multiple Races | 12 |
Non Resident Alien | 4 |
Unknown | 11 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Students who have completed the Liberal Arts program at University of Missouri – Kansas City, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:Postsecondary Teachers, All Other
Description
All postsecondary teachers not listed separately.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, postsecondary teachers, all other employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.3% from 2014 to 2024
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
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
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
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