At a glance
Average net price
$13,310
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
55.5%
Admission rate
72%
Undergrad size
6,817
In-state tuition
$12,587
Out-of-state tuition
$30,227
Cost of attendance
$25,320
Median earnings (10y)
$59,637
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,204
- ACT midpoint
- 26
- Retention
- 75.4%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
20 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by stem (31%), humanities & arts (22%), business (20%).
- STEM31%
- Health11%
- Business20%
- Humanities & arts22%
- Social sciences17%
- Business19.6%~1,335 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Health professions11.1%~759 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Biological sciences10.6%~725 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Engineering7.3%~500 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Psychology7.1%~487 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Liberal arts7.0%~475 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Social sciences7.0%~475 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Computer science6.6%~449 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~382 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~279 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Communication3.2%~216 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Education2.7%~182 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- English2.5%~174 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History1.3%~89 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~89 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Architecture0.8%~55 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics0.8%~51 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~46 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~30 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~17 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science. | Master's | 844 | — | — |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor's | 467 | $41,283 | $21,853 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 423 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 335 | $31,512 | $21,500 |
| Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration. | First professional | 274 | $107,505 | — |
| Law. | First professional | 268 | $50,613 | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 249 | $35,082 | $25,000 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master's | 220 | $105,985 | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 216 | $30,014 | $21,000 |
| Medicine. | First professional | 212 | $57,263 | — |
| Dentistry. | First professional | 211 | $124,107 | — |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 178 | $63,355 | $26,375 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 171 | $60,748 | $31,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 166 | $47,407 | $22,350 |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 150 | $33,361 | $24,821 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 131 | $33,664 | $27,000 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 123 | $34,106 | $21,982 |
| Electrical and Computer Engineering. | Bachelor's | 122 | — | — |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General. | Doctoral | 111 | — | — |
| Criminology. | Bachelor's | 93 | — | — |
| Music. | Master's | 85 | $28,941 | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Doctoral | 84 | $120,212 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 80 | $35,482 | $26,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master's | 78 | $56,937 | — |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | Master's | 76 | $40,364 | — |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Master's | 75 | $39,474 | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 74 | $28,136 | $24,125 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 73 | $69,750 | $26,068 |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 72 | — | $23,089 |
| Social Work. | Master's | 70 | $42,505 | — |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Bachelor's | 62 | $57,763 | $27,000 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 58 | $33,181 | $13,102 |
| Civil Engineering. | Bachelor's | 56 | $59,996 | $24,424 |
| Electrical and Computer Engineering. | Master's | 56 | — | — |
| Data Analytics. | Graduate certificate | 56 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 52 | $24,512 | $25,500 |
| Public Administration. | Master's | 51 | $45,553 | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 51 | $28,057 | $25,445 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Graduate certificate | 42 | — | — |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Master's | 41 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About University of Missouri-Kansas City
University of Missouri-Kansas City is a large institution located in Kansas City, Missouri, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 6,817 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Health professions, Biological sciences.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at University of Missouri-Kansas City — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $13,310 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $12,587 for in-state students and $30,227 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $25,320 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 55.5%, a above-average completion outcome. 75.4% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $59,637 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
University of Missouri-Kansas City confers degrees and certificates across 20 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Health professions, Biological sciences. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by stem (31% of credentials), humanities & arts (22% of credentials), business (20% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
University of Missouri-Kansas City accepts 72% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,204. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 26.
Location & campus
Set in Kansas City, Missouri (city), University of Missouri-Kansas City draws students from across Missouri and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about University of Missouri-Kansas City
Q.How much does University of Missouri-Kansas City cost?
The average net price at University of Missouri-Kansas City is $13,310 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $25,320.
Q.What is the graduation rate at University of Missouri-Kansas City?
University of Missouri-Kansas City has a 6-year graduation rate of 55.5% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into University of Missouri-Kansas City?
University of Missouri-Kansas City admits 72% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do University of Missouri-Kansas City graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median University of Missouri-Kansas City graduate earns $59,637 per year.
Q.What is tuition at University of Missouri-Kansas City?
Published tuition is $12,587 in-state and $30,227 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is University of Missouri-Kansas City located?
University of Missouri-Kansas City is located in Kansas City, Missouri (ZIP 64110).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with University of Missouri-Kansas City at their official website.