Welcome to Roo Advising! Academic Advisors work to empower students to plan and manage their academic careers.
Roo Advising provides students with a proactive, personalized and comprehensive academic advising experience. Roo Advising also provides students tools to enhance their sense of agency. This supports our RooStrong model for personalizing student success and Culture of Care.

Attention New Students!

Students admitted to start in Spring 2026

All new first time college freshmen) and transfer students: After you have confirmed your admission please schedule a 1-hour new student academic advising appointment through your UMKC Connect account, by calling our front desk (816) 235-1148, or emailing us rooadvising@umkc.edu. To make the most of your appointment, please have any official transcripts sent to UMKC in advance-this helps us build a schedule that fully recognizes the work you’ve already accomplished and keeps you moving toward your goals.

Need help finding your advisor?

Check out the UMKC Catalog to explore majors, see what’s required, and find sample plans to guide your journey.

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