University of Missouri - Kansas City (UMKC) - Reviews and Rankings

56%

Acceptance Rate

$7,104

Avg.Financial Aid

002518

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University of Missouri - Kansas City (UMKC)

Type Control of Institution - Public/Private
Public
Acceptance Rate:
N/A
Level
4 Years
Religious Affiliation Indicates religious affiliation (denomination) for private not-for-profit institutions that are religiously affiliated.
Not applicable
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HLC
Website
https://www.umkc.edu/
Student Population Number of Students attending College
16,375
On Campus Housing Does the institution provide on-campus housing?
Yes

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Location & Contact

Email:

N/A

Phone:

8162351000

Fax:

Address

5100 Rockhill Rd.

Rankings

The ranking of a particular university helps a student decide where to apply, which is always a tough decision. University of Missouri-Kansas City has been ranked at the 564th position among other universities by Forbes. It is to be noted that Forbes decides on the rankings of the university based on common metrics like acceptance rate, endowment, benefits, and SAT scores, among others.

Admissions

Application Deadline Deadline for application submissions. Please contact the school for more details.
15th Jun
Acceptance Rate Percentage of applicants who are accepted in an Institution.
56%
SAT Range
1030 - 1340
SAT/ACT
Recommended
ACT Range
21 - 28
High School GPA
Required
Application Fee
$45
Accept Common App
Yes

The university takes in few each year. Moreover, admission to UMKC is easy. Candidates are required to fill the form and submit a fee of $45, as part of the admission process at UMKC. If the SAT score of a student lies in the range of 980-1330, it would improve her chances. The average ACT score at University of Missouri-Kansas City is 24. However, those getting an ACT score less than 21 might also be offered admission. The application process can be completed online. However, if needed, one can also visit the office at 5100 Rockhill Rd., Kansas City, Missouri 64110, or call (816) 235-1000.

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Annual Cost to Attend

Net Price Cost of attendance minus any grants and scholarships received.
$14,521
Average Annual Cost
$6,811

Additional Costs:

Books And Supplies
$24,116
Other Fees
$1,367
Room And Board The charges for an academic year for Rooming accommodations and meals for a typical student.
$11,498
Budget For Other Expenses
$3,514

Total One Year Cost

$24,116

Before applying to UMKC, candidates must keep in mind the tuition fees and the cost of living during the course tenure. The total one-year cost on a full-time basis would be somewhere around $33,532. For students seeking financial assistance, the university offers a number of options.

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Academics

Highest Degree Offered The highest degree offered by the Institution.

Doctor's degree

Student:Faculty Ratio

15:1

Full-Time Retention Rate Percent of the that re-enrolled at the institution as either full- or part-time in the current year.

73%

Part-Time Retention Rate Percent of the that re-enrolled at the institution as either full- or part-time in the current year.

35%

Academic Calendar

Semester

Research Funding per Student

$1,857

Faculty Overview

53%

Male Professors

47%

Female Professors

Non-traditional Learning

Evening Degree Programs

Teacher Certification

Distance Education

Study Abroad

Majors

Student Body

Undergraduate Students

11,319

Socio-Economic Diversity Percent of full-time, first-time students receiving an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.

24%

Full-time / Part-time

58% / 42%

Students Gender

Male

43%

US National: 44%

Female

57%

US National: 56%

LGBTQIA STUDENT RESOURCE GROUPS

ON CAMPUS WOMEN'S CENTER

Race/Ethnicity

White

62%

Unknown

Black

10%

Hispanic

Two or more races

Non Resident alien

Asian

American Indian/Alaska native

Native Hawaiians/Pacific islander

Geographic Density

High

Unknown Location

27%

Out Of State

69%

In State

Foreign

Economic Diversity

36% percentage of students who recieved an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.

Median Household Income

$63,187 per year

Campus Life

Housing

The students can reside on campus and N/A of Freshman Live On-Campus.

On Campus Housing Available

Yes

Freshmen Required to Live on Campus

Freshmen Live on Campus

N/A

Undergrads in College Housing

22%

Averege Housing Cost

$7,022/year

Campus Food

The institution has several dining and meal plan options available to students and the average meal plan cost is around $3,312/year.

Meal Plan Available

Yes

Average Meal Plan Available

$3,312/year

Athletes

Division Sports Nickname

Kangaroos

School Colors

blue and gold

Varsity Athletics Association

NCAA

Varsity Athletics Conference Primary

Not applicable

Total Male Athletes

Total Female Athletes

142

Intramural Sports

Sports Club

Sports Team (Men)

Basketball

Cross Country

Golf

Soccer

Tennis

Track and Field

Sports Team (Women)

Basketball

Cross Country

Golf

Soccer

Softball

Tennis

Track and Field

Volleyball

Campus Security

The university offers on-campus housing facilities to the students who wish to stay on the campus. The normal expense for on-campus housing is $11,796 per year. University of Missouri-Kansas City has several dining and meal plan options for its students and the average meal plan at UMKC costs around $3,312 per year. The university has taken a lot of measures to ensure the safety and security of its students. Some of these measures include 24-hr security patrol, campus emergency phones, 24-hr escort safety rides and mobile campus emergency alert. The number of female and male students at the university are 42% and 58%, respectively.

24-Hour Security Patrol

Campus Emergency Phones

24-Hour Escort Safety rides

Mobile Campus Emergency Alert

After Graduation

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation

$38,300/year

Median Earnings 10 Years After Graduation

$45,700/year

Median Total Debt After Graduation The median cumulative federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated.

$16,756 - $29,750

Typical Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 4.53% interest rate.

$174 - $309

Outcomes 8 Years of Attending

Show data for students who

and started their studies

Out of 7,811 students

30% Graduated

10% Still Enrolled

15% Transfer

1% Withdraw

Financial Aid

Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid.

85%

Average Aid Per Year

$7,104

Students Receiving Federal Grants

38%

Average Aid Per Year

$4,705

Students Receiving State Aid

40%

Average Aid Per Year

$2,149

Students Receiving Institutional Grants

75%

Average Aid Per Year

$4,504

Average Grant & Scholarship by Family Income Aid awarded based on the family income.

Income

Average Amount

< $30K

$9,475

$30K - $48K

$8,624

$48K - $75K

$6,245

$75K - $110K

$3,815

> $110K

$3,025

Total Needs based Scholarships/Grants

$878,528

Total Non-Needs based Scholarships/Grants

$7,743,880

In case the students at University of Missouri-Kansas City face any financial issues concerning the fees and cost of living, and find the same to be high, they can seek help from the financial aid department of the varsity. It focuses on settling the issues that students face, and candidates can be assisted with scholarships, grants, and student loans. The average federal grant that comes from the university is around $4,788, whereas the financial aid is $4,400. The students at the university are provided with state aid and institutional aid. The state aid stands at $2,221, while the institutional aid is $4,400. At UMKC, the total amount of need-based scholarships/grants awarded to students stands at $878,528 per year. On the other hand, the total non-need-based scholarships/grants offered in a year add up to $7,743,880.

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