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University of Missouri-Kansas City
Kansas City,
MO
•4-Year Public•
Acceptance Rate69%
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About University of Missouri-Kansas City
University of Missouri-Kansas City is a public, state university in the city of Kansas City, Missouri. University of Missouri-Kansas City was founded in 1929. The university enrolls around 15,715 students a year, including 10,190 undergrad students.
University of Missouri-Kansas City Acceptance Rate 2022
It is moderately difficult to get into University of Missouri-Kansas City. Around 69% of applicants get into University of Missouri-Kansas City each year. In 2022, 5,180 students applied to University of Missouri-Kansas City and 3,599 were admitted.
| University of Missouri-Kansas City Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 69% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Average GPA | 3.5 |
| Test Optional | Yes |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 3.1% |
Click below to find out more about the admissions requirements and deadlines, student life, academics, majors and more.
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University of Missouri-Kansas City Campus Tours
University of Missouri-Kansas City is located in the city of Kansas City, Missouri, near Kansas City.
If you would like to see University of Missouri-Kansas City for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 70 to Kansas City, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Kansas City International (MCI).
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College Info
University of Missouri-Kansas City Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Jun 15
Transfer Applications are Due
Jun 15
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to University of Missouri-Kansas City is Jun 15.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to University of Missouri-Kansas City is Jun 15.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
University of Missouri-Kansas City SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
1250 - 1555
Math SAT Range
620 - 790
Reading SAT Range
625 - 760
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
SAT Score
Estimated Chance
1555 and Above
Good
1250 to 1555
Avg
1250 and Less
Low
SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted
The median SAT score for University of Missouri-Kansas City students is 1318. Applicants with SAT scores of 1555 and above have a good chance of being admitted to University of Missouri-Kansas City, while applicants with SAT scores between 1250 to 1555 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 1250 have a low chance of being offered a spot at University of Missouri-Kansas City.
University of Missouri-Kansas City Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$21,109
In State$38,929
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$9,840
$27,660
Fees
Unknown
Unknown
Housing
$11,269
$11,269
Books
Unknown
Unknown
Student Life
Wondering what life at University of Missouri-Kansas City is like? There are approximately 15,715 students enrolled at University of Missouri-Kansas City, including 10,190 undergraduate students and 5,525 graduate students. 55% percent of students attend school full-time, 71% percent are from MO and 29% percent of students are from other states.
55%
Full Time45%
Part Time71%
In State29%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
15,715
Campus Setting
Urban
Acceptance Rate
69%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Jun 15
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