Study Abroad and Global Engagement

Experience Life Abroad

Our programs are designed to fit within your academic goals.

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Gain a broader, deeper understanding of another country as well as your own cultural background. We provide international Study Abroad, research, service learning and fellowship opportunities to UMKC students.

Adventure Is a Great Way to Learn

Enhance your education with international experiences both in and out of the classroom.

Study abroad programs

An international experience can be an important part of your academic plan. We offer Study Abroad programs to match your goals and interests.

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Application process

From attending an information session to preparing to depart on a plane, we can help you with your Study Abroad application every step of the way.

Learn how to apply

Affordability

Almost anyone can afford Study Abroad. We provide resources for saving and fundraising as well as fellowships and scholarships.

Get help paying for your program

Roos abroad

Stay connected with UMKC. We offer resources to help UMKC students make the most of their time abroad.

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Returning Roos

Reentry resources for students who are returning home.

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Exchange students

We have reciprocal student exchange agreements with more than 30 universities. UMKC is a great place to spend a semester or a year.

Study at UMKC

Faculty and staff

Resources for our academic department partnerships to promote international opportunities and lead Study Abroad programs

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About us

We work to expand and strengthen the number and quality of international Study Abroad, research and fellowship opportunities available to UMKC students and faculty.

Learn more about us

At this time, the University of Missouri-Kansas City requires all university-related travel to be reviewed and approved. Follow COVID-19 Study Abroad and university-related international travel guidance.

Emergency Contacts

UMKC Police
816-235-1515

U.S. Department of State
1-888-407-4747 (United States and Canada)
+1-202-501-4444 (overseas)

Find the nearest U.S. embassy

Meet Our Students

Katrena with Kasey in Ljubljana, Slovenia

Katrena was able to afford her trip by earning the Benjamin A. Gilman scholarship for Pell Grant recipients.

Mitchell Cota, South Africa

The Study Abroad program in South Africa turned Mitchell's worldview on its head.

Brittany in Lisbon, Portugal

Brittany studied in Lisbon on a faculty-led program organized by UMKC's Political Science Department and the Bloch School.

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