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 Bestows More Than 800 Degrees at 2024 Mid-Year Commencement

Graduates include first cohort from UMKC School of Medicine St. Joseph, Missouri campus

UMKC School of Law Announces New Master of Legal Studies Program

Degree program for professionals interested in legal knowledge

Top 10 Stories of 2024

A year of milestones, innovation and community impact for Kansas City’s university

Loneliness Research Brings People Closer

Dynamic duo dives deep into the psychology of relationships

Celebrating Kansas City’s Best Entrepreneurs

The UMKC Henry W. Bloch School of Management celebrates the 38th Annual Entrepreneur of the Year awards ceremony on Thursday, November 21. This year’s honorees include innovative leaders changing skylines and lives in Kansas City and around the globe. Join us as we celebrate the heart and soul of these visionaries who inspire us all to dream and create.

New Approach to Development Near KC Streetcar Stop at UMKC

Phases will include retail and then an arena

“We came in to work on swamp monkeys. It's something I'm never going to forget."

Macila Arnold

B.S.D.H. '23