Learning Through Discovery
Our partnerships put education into action and fulfill the UMKC mission to provide transformational experiences for our students and community.
Partnering with the Community
Kansas City is more than where we’re located. It’s our hometown. Our partnerships provide our students with unmatched access to real-world career experiences and industry connections to start building the career of their dreams while giving back to our neighbors in KC.
Mentorship
Establish career and educational mentorship programs that help broaden perspectives and build networks of support.
Access
Open doors for our students to gain unparalleled access to industry-level knowledge and resume-building experiences.
Engagement
Work with our partners to improve our community through educational initiatives and service opportunities.
Our Team Partners
Our team partners work with us to provide major-league opportunities for our students.
Kansas City Chiefs
Our students gain valuable insights from Chiefs staff through scholarships, job shadowing, internships, fellowships, leadership events and stadium tours exclusive to UMKC students.
Kansas City Current
In this reciprocal partnership, UMKC scholar-athletes receive mentorship from Kansas City Current players, while active KC Current players are eligible for enrollment in any of our degree programs.
Kansas City Royals
This hometown team partnership provides real-world experiences for Roos and helps us reach high school students through STEM initiatives. Mark your calendar to join us for UMKC Night at The K each season.
Sporting Kansas City
Our partnership with Sporting KC allows us to strategically market UMKC and build meaningful relationships that align with our mission. UMKC Night at Sporting KC unites our community in celebration of UMKC.
Our Local Partners
Our local partners offer products and experiences that promote and unite a thriving community.
Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium
During the spring, you can find our dental hygiene students at the Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium cleaning animal teeth. Now, a sponsorship with our long-standing partner celebrates all things Roo at the Zoo with new, accessible pathways in the Australia exhibit (to better view the real roos), interactive education displays and Roo Day at the Zoo.
Celebrating the Magic of Disney in KC
As the only university with a mascot drawn by KC native Walt Disney, it's fitting that we're an official partner of Disney 100: The Exhibition. Arriving at Union Station in May 2024, the exhibition features more than 250 artifacts from the Walt Disney Archives.
Our Academic Partners
Our academic partnerships include scholarships, student support and post-graduation career resources.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City
Eligible graduating members of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City can receive a renewable UMKC scholarship of $1,000 for up to five years. Explore the scholarship.
Early College Academy
Eligible high school students from Kansas City Public Schools and the North Kansas City School District can enroll in classes at UMKC and gain college credit free of cost. Explore the Kansas City Public School scholarship and North Kansas City School District scholarship.
Metropolitan Community College
RooMentum Pathways is a dual-degree, 2+2 transfer program where students who complete an associate degree at an area Metropolitan Community College can transfer seamlessly to UMKC for an additional two years to complete a bachelor’s degree. Explore RooMentum Pathways.