Overview
Enrollment
Best Colleges Rank
| Location | Kansas City, Missouri |
| Online | umkc.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Large City |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Kansas City, Missouri, University of Missouri Kansas City is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 4,967 prospective students applied, and 3,774 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,148 enrolled in the school. 9,062 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 6,941 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $8,940 plus fees of $1,659. University of Missouri-Kansas City is ranked 267 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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University of Missouri-Kansas City is rated within the top 35% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for University of Missouri Kansas City within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#267 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#77 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#7 in Best Colleges in Missouri
#4 in Best Public Colleges in Missouri
#345 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#10 in Best Value Colleges in Missouri
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1143/1506 |
| ACT | 21/30 |
| GPA | 3.54 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jul 1, 2023 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $45 |
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Annual Cost to Attend
Missouri Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $770 |
| Other Fees | $1,659 |
| Room and Board | $11,992 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,994 |
| Total One Year Cost | $27,355 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $770 |
| Other Fees | $1,659 |
| Room and Board | $11,992 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,994 |
| Total One Year Cost | $42,991 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 14% |
| Health Professions | 13% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 12% |
| Communication | 8% |
| Education | 8% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=178402 IPEDS survey data for University of Missouri Kansas City.
Current students may use the University of Missouri Kansas City GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.