Attention KCPS Class of 2024!

Eligible graduates of Kansas City Public Schools (KCPS) admitted to UMKC will receive a $1,500 District High School Scholarship that can be combined with grants and additional scholarships.

How to apply

Enrollment Confirmation Deadline Extended

The UMKC priority confirmation deadline for Fall 2024 has been extended to May 15 to allow for FAFSA processing.

A new partnership between UMKC and KCPS provides a $1,500 scholarship for eligible graduates admitted to UMKC.

A Degree That Moves You Forward at a Cost That Won't Hold You Back

Eligible KCPS graduates admitted to UMKC immediately receive a $1,500 District High School Scholarship that can be used to cover tuition. Pell-eligible students automatically receive funds to cover any remaining tuition and fees.

How to apply

Not Pell-Eligible? Not a Problem.

UMKC offers more than $206 million in funds to help students cover the cost of tuition and housing, and many of our available scholarships can be combined.

Automatic scholarships

UMKC offers a range of renewable scholarships for eligible first-time college students.

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UMKC Professional Career Escalators

This initiative helps you identify your career goals and make them a reality. Participants choose between $1,500 toward tuition or $2,500 for on-campus housing.

Jump-start your career

Resources to Make a Degree from UMKC Affordable

UMKC offers financial wellness support with free, one-on-one money coaching, financial literacy workshops and campus events.

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