Living Learning Communities, or LLCs, are a housing option within Residential Life at UMKC. LLCs provide the opportunity for students with similar academic goals, interests and experiences to build connections that will support their success as a student and form lasting friendships. There’s a Living Learning Community that could be just right for you!
The Professional Career Escalators (or "Roo Escalators") program offers career preparation and leadership development through specialized student success services to help students land good-paying jobs after college. The program offers an additional annual $2,500 on-campus housing scholarship so students can choose to live on campus and participate in activities with other Career Escalators students. Please note: You must be admitted into the Professional Career Escalators program to be eligible to live in the LLC.
The First Gen Roo Scholars program provides first-generation college students with the resources and support they need to successfully navigate their college experience. This LLC allows First Gen Roos to live together and participate in special events and service projects as a group. Please note: You must be admitted into the First Gen Roo Scholars program to be eligible to live in the LLC.
The Honors Program is designed to enrich the collegiate experience for exceptionally motivated and academically talented undergraduates. Students in this LLC can learn together through honors courses, special programs and events, informal interaction with Honors Program faculty, social activities and community service.
