Professional Roo
Construction Update
The front entrance with parking at the UMKC Administrative Center is closed for construction. Please use the entrances on the east, south and north ends of building. The Office of Admissions and UMKC Central will be relocating to their new offices in Atterbury Student Success Center from July 27 to August 14. Walk-in services may be limited or not available during that time.
Advance Your Career with a Degree from UMKC
The Professional Roo program is a flexible, employer-connected pathway tailored for full-time workers who are seeking a bachelor's or graduate degree — enabling you to advance your career without stepping away from it.
How to Get Started
Are you ready to expand your opportunities by earning a degree from UMKC?
Talk to your employer about your career goals.
Find a program that aligns with your professional path.
Learn about the resources we provide for Adult Learners.
Fill out and submit the application to UMKC.
Degree Program Exclusions
These degree programs are not covered through the Professional Roo program:
- Professional degrees from the schools of Medicine, Pharmacy, Dentistry
- Master's degrees in anesthesia, bioinformatics, health professions education and physician assistant and the certificate in clinical research
- Advanced education certificates in general dentistry, endodontics, oral and craniofacial sciences, orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics and periodontics
- Graduate programs through the Educator Academy
- Master of Fine Arts in English
- Master of Laws
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All doctorate programs with the exception of Doctor of Philosophy in Education and Doctor of Education
New Chapters Begin Here
Read how three working adults advanced their careers with a degree from UMKC.
I definitely do everything I can to try to be the best role model for my kids. I want them to know that the opportunities are endless.
Leresa Cozart (MBA, Pharm.D.)
I don't think college is always a limiter, but I think now I know I can walk into a space and not have that be something that holds me back.
Ga Ji Wang (BBA '24)
It's just going to be a really big personal achievement because I didn't think I would ever actually graduate college.
Charles McGraw (BBA '25)
Our Partners
Kansas City employers investing in their workforce through Professional Roo.
Contact Us
Abby Jelavich Director of Graduate Admissions and Professional Roo Liaison Email: abigail.jelavich@umkc.edu