Make your dreams a reality with a degree from UMKC.
Choose Blue. Choose Bold.
Once in a lifetime, a university reaches a moment where history and ambition converge to serve a great city. Where purpose and aspiration unite to create unstoppable bold change. At UMKC, that time is now. Blue & Bold: The Campaign for UMKC will raise $700 million to support a visionary strategy that will raise the profile of the university and its capability to serve the future.
Release the Potential in Every Roo
Scholarship and student support programming helps every student on our campuses fulfill their potential, complete their degree, and go on to innovate and lead in both their chosen field and in their community.
Transform Discovery for the Challenges of the Future
Building on UMKC’s strong history of quality research, innovation and entrepreneurship education, UMKC makes a strong contribution to the future of our city and the world through the philanthropic support of faculty positions, research and innovation programming.
Create Servant Leadership for a Better World
The university’s clinics, centers and service programs provide healthcare, social services and support to our region and beyond while giving our students the rich experiences that will prepare them for a lifetime of leadership and service.
Wall Street Journal Ranks UMKC in Top Spots — Again
UMKC takes top spots among public universities in Missouri and Kansas in Wall Street Journal/College Pulse Best Colleges in the U.S. for second year in a row!
No. 1
Student Experience
We've redefined the college experience by connecting to the community in ways that enrich our students' lives and address community needs.
No. 1
Social Mobility
Our innovative programs ensure every student can build a solid foundation for the future.
No. 2
Best Value
More than 95% of our first-year students and 87% of our transfer students receive financial aid.
Blaze New Trails
We offer more than 125 academic areas to ignite your interests. So, go ahead, set the world on fire. We'll light the spark.
Kansas City’s Only R1 University
The Carnegie Research 1 designation, the top research designation in the country, reflects years of dedication to research, innovation and collaboration. UMKC is one of only 187 four-year-degree U.S. institutions — 6% of all universities in the nation — to earn Carnegie R1.
Research awards
Faculty, students and staff sent off 610 research proposals in fiscal year 2023 and increased the ratio of proposals-to-awards and the amount of requested-to-funded dollars by 8%.
Research and development spending
UMKC spent $5 million more on research and development this year than the $50 million required to become a Carnegie R1 university.
Community impact
UMKC annual research expenditures directly and indirectly contribute a significant benefit to the economic health of our region.
Jobs supported
The R1 distinction is critical for Kansas City as it continues to elevate its brand in attracting world-class corporations, culture and talent. This designation will help attract and create new businesses and jobs.
A Place to Connect
Experiences beyond the classroom are an important part of your education at UMKC. We're confident you'll make meaningful connections that open the doors to adventure, opportunity and finding your people.
Student organizations, professional groups and clubs on campus
14 Years of Top Rankings for UMKC Online Graduate Nursing Program
The UMKC School of Nursing and Health Studies' online graduate nursing degree is ranked No. 22 in the country by U.S. News and World Report. This is the 14th year in a row the program has been named in the Top 50. With nursing being an in-demand field and nurse practitioner named the best job of 2026, there's no better time to check out our programs.
"Studying abroad in Slovenia has opened my eyes to a new perspective on my field. During the semester, I worked on a couple different urban planning projects in Slovenia and collaborated with students from throughout Europe. In addition, I was able to travel across Europe and the Balkans on both student-led and personal trips, which was amazing."
Wyatt Boyd, urban planning and design student
All Aboard, Roos!
The KC Streetcar connects students to the city, and more students than ever are using it to get to school, internships, entertainment, cultural destinations and more. With record numbers of people using the streetcar, the UMKC stop has the highest ridership of any streetcar stop in the metro!
Featured Events
From center stage to center court, there's always something exciting happening on campus and around Kansas City.