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欢迎来到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. 合作在一起, 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.

学术

More than 125 academic programs available
Small class sizes create opportunities for faculty mentors
More than 80% of full-time faculty hold the highest degree in their field
Additional opportunities available in Honors College, Study Abroad and 研究

可购性

More than $190 million in financial aid is awarded to UMKC students each year
More than 90% of freshmen and 75% of transfers receive some combination of financial aid
Wide range of scholarships for good grades or leadership skills
Kansas residents qualify for in-state undergraduate tuition and students in 15 states get a discount

Internships and 工作

Each year 5,100+ jobs are posted on the UMKC Career Network by 1,400+ employers
Students meet professionals through guest lectures and campus networking events
Kansas City is home to major employers and is a great environment for 企业家

校友联系

UMKC has a vast, worldwide alumni network
Successful alumni include award-winning musicians, medical professionals, 律师, 老师, 工程师, 企业家
Around 50% of alumni choose to live and work in Kansas City

世界杯赌场盘口校友

多样化的校园

Our student body of 16,000+ hail from all 50 states and 85+ countries
Special events and programs offered through several organizations, like Multicultural Student Association and LGBTQIA
Unique scholarship opportunities available for minority students

Diversity and Inclusion

学生住房

Modern, fully furnished residence halls and apartment complex
Campus safety is a priority, with convenient parking, ID card dorm access and UMKC police available 24/7
Students who live on campus average a higher GPA (3.2) than those who live off campus

Roo健康

Health Services offered at on-campus clinic at little-to-no cost
Counseling Services available at little-to-no cost to help students with college life and mental health
Wellness opportunities and facilities available through UMKC Campus Recreation

堪萨斯城的生活

World-class arts and entertainment are minutes from campus
Professional sports teams and events in baseball, football, soccer, hockey and racing
KC is known for its BBQ, as well as restaurants featuring farm-to-table menus and international cuisine

新闻

Top 10 Photos of 2023

Visuals that capture the year

Triple Threat: Three Sets of Twins Competing as UMKC Student-Athletes

Seeing double on the court and track

Top 10 Stories of 2023

A groundbreaking year filled with excitement and many firsts for the university

Kansas City Current Announces Groundbreaking Higher Education Partnership with University of Missouri-Kansas City

Kansas City’s university will provide undergraduate and graduate opportunities to Current players

Starlight Internship Starts UMKC Conservatory Student Off on a High Note

Kansas City’s outdoor/indoor performing arts venue was the opening number for a career in arts marketing

Entrepreneur of the Year Awards Honor Visionary Leaders who Transform Businesses in KC and Around the Globe

Sports are a common thread and include KC Current and Chicken N Pickle

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

Macila阿诺德

B.S.D.H. '23

读一下Macila的故事