University of Missouri-Kansas City

About the university

The University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC) was founded in 1933 as a non-profit public institution located in Kansas City, Missouri. Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, UMKC is a large-sized university with an enrollment range of 15,000-19,999 students. Offering bachelor's, master's, and doctorate degrees in various fields of study, UMKC has a moderately selective admission policy based on entrance exams and academic records, with an acceptance rate range of 70-79%. International students are encouraged to apply for enrollment at UMKC. The university provides academic resources, housing, sports facilities, scholarships, study abroad programs, online courses, distance learning opportunities, and administrative services to support its student body.