The University of Missouri-Kansas City

Perks of Being a Roo

There are a lot of reasons our students love UMKC, and we've compiled a list of the perks they mention the most.

Academic Excellence

More than 125 academic programs available
Small class sizes create opportunities for faculty mentors
More than 80% of full-time faculty hold the highest degree in their field
Additional opportunities available in Honors College, Study Abroad and Research

Academic Programs

Affordability

More than $190 million in financial aid is awarded to UMKC students each year
More than 90% of freshmen and 75% of transfers receive some combination of financial aid
Wide range of scholarships for good grades or leadership skills
Kansas residents qualify for in-state undergraduate tuition and students in 15 states get a discount

Find Aid

Internships and Jobs

Each year 5,100+ jobs are posted on the UMKC Career Network by 1,400+ employers
Students meet professionals through guest lectures and campus networking events
Kansas City is home to major employers and is a great environment for entrepreneurs

Career Services

Alumni Connections

UMKC has a vast, worldwide alumni network
Successful alumni include award-winning musicians, medical professionals, lawyers, teachers, engineers, entrepreneurs
Around 50% of alumni choose to live and work in Kansas City

UMKC Alumni

Diverse Campus

Our student body of 16,000+ hail from all 50 states and 85+ countries
Special events and programs offered through several organizations, like Multicultural Student Association and LGBTQIA
Unique scholarship opportunities available for minority students

Diversity and Inclusion

Student Housing

Modern, fully furnished residence halls and apartment complex
Campus safety is a priority, with convenient parking, ID card dorm access and UMKC police available 24/7
Students who live on campus average a higher GPA (3.2) than those who live off campus

Residential Life

Health and Wellness

Health Services offered at on-campus clinic at little-to-no cost
Counseling Services available at little-to-no cost to help students with college life and mental health
Wellness opportunities and facilities available through UMKC Campus Recreation

Student Health

Life in Kansas City

World-class arts and entertainment are minutes from campus
Professional sports teams and events in baseball, football, soccer, hockey and racing
KC is known for its BBQ, as well as restaurants featuring farm-to-table menus and international cuisine

Visit KC

UMKC School of Nursing and Health Studies Ranks in Top 30 for Eighth Year in a Row

U.S. News & World Report ranks online graduate programs

Winter Break Reduced Operating Schedule

Hours and services limited during break

Helix Prize for Architecture Students Shows Dedication to Details

Winner Alexa Radley thrives in challenging program

Satellite Campus Feels Less Remote When You Have a Sense of Home

Third-year pharmacy student Raeann Kilgore discusses her passion for community pharmacy and why she chose to attend the UMKC School of Pharmacy at MU in Columbia

Education Major Went from English Language Learner to Soon-To-Be Teacher

Astrid Vega’s career aspirations are inspired by her life experiences

Favorite Photos of 2019

Images capture memorable moments of campus life

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