Welcome to UMKC! We are excited for your student to join our welcoming and diverse community of UMKC Kangaroos.

Transitioning to college is a big step in your student's journey. And we want you to feel comfortable and confident in their decision to attend UMKC.

Our faculty and staff are focused on your student's success, both inside and outside the classroom. We provide several resources, like Academic Support and Mentoring, to empower students to accomplish their goals. Their success is our success. Partnering together, we hope to empower our students with the knowledge and skills they need to craft the career of their dreams.

As you help your student to prepare for life at college, please don't hesitate to reach out to our offices with any questions you may have.

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.

UMKC Pharmacy Students Study Abroad in Belize

Students from all three of UMKC School of Pharmacy campuses participated in clinical rotations¬ with nonprofit organization

How This Freshman Made Key Career Contacts in First Semester

Colton Stewart is already meeting potential future employers through UMKC Professional Career Escalators

Why Study Architecture at UMKC? Design Challenge Winner Says KC Location is Key

Helix Prize offers students challenges, opportunity

UMKC Online Nursing Program Ranked Among Best for Veterans

U.S. News ranks online master’s program nation’s 11th best

Top Photos of 2022

A look back at some of our favorite memories

Sunderland Foundation Gives $30 Million to UMKC Health Sciences District Project

New cutting-edge educational facility will serve as a catalyst for growth and position the district to become a premier academic medical district

"The idea of the Kansas City Women's History Trail appealed to me to provide information for others, and expand my knowledge of the city and the women who have shaped it over time."

Katy Anielak

M.A. History '23