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There’s a lot to consider when you’re choosing a college, and we’re confident you’ll be happy with what UMKC has to offer.
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Ignite new interests, strengthen your talents and start your path to a rewarding career at Kansas City's only public urban research university.
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We offer
discounted tuition rates
for residents of Missouri, Kansas and some Midwest states
UMKC has more than 20 automatic scholarships, as well as a variety of competitive scholarships, just for
incoming freshmen
KC Scholars
offers additional scholarship opportunties for Kansas City-area residents
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Are you the first in your family to attend college? Find support at
First Gen Roo
Need accommodation for a disability? We can set up an
Accommodation Plan
Want to live on campus? We have
affordable housing
options for students that also
uphold the university value of being inclusive
We support a variety of
student programs and services
for affinity groups and interests, including student-led organizations
UMKC is located in the heart of
Kansas City
, close to some of the best food, shopping and nightlife the Midwest has to offer
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