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University of Missouri-Kansas City

Kansas City, Missouri · Public

65%acceptance rate
1115–1525SAT middle 50%
20–29ACT middle 50%
$14,201average net price, in-state

University of Missouri-Kansas City admitted 65% of 7,557 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1115–1525 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 55% of students graduate within six years.

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Application deadlines

University of Missouri-Kansas City’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:

Regular decision
Rolling admission

The application is free for U.S. applicants ($75 for international applicants), and University of Missouri-Kansas City accepts the Common App fee waiver.

Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check University of Missouri-Kansas City’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.

Early decision and early action

University of Missouri-Kansas City doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.

What admissions weighs

How University of Missouri-Kansas City rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.

Very important

  • Course rigor
  • GPA

Important

  • –

Considered

  • Test scores

Not considered

  • Class rank
  • Essay
  • Recommendations
  • Interview
  • Activities
  • Talent or ability
  • Character
  • First generation
  • Legacy
  • Where you live
  • State residency
  • Religion
  • Volunteering
  • Work experience
  • Showing interest

High school GPA

First-year students averaged a 3.48 GPA. 28% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.

  • 4.014%
  • 3.75–3.9923%
  • 3.50–3.7418%
  • 3.25–3.4914%
  • 3.00–3.2415%
  • 2.50–2.9915%
  • 2.00–2.491%
  • Under 2.00%

Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.

What it costs

Full price with housing is $29,566 in-state and $46,366 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $14,201 on average (in-state).

Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:

  • $0–30k$9,214
  • $30–48k$9,567
  • $48–75k$11,602
  • $75–110k$18,659
  • $110k+$20,762

Quick answers

What is University of Missouri-Kansas City’s acceptance rate?

University of Missouri-Kansas City admitted 65% of applicants: 4,907 of 7,557 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).

When is University of Missouri-Kansas City’s application deadline?

University of Missouri-Kansas City uses rolling admission for 2026–27 and has no early round on the Common App, so applying early in the fall gives you the best shot at open spots and aid.

What SAT score do you need for University of Missouri-Kansas City?

The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1115 to 1525, with a median around 1350. A score at or above 1350 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.

How much is University of Missouri-Kansas City’s application fee?

The application is free for U.S. applicants ($75 for international applicants) for 2026–27, and University of Missouri-Kansas City accepts the Common App fee waiver.

Does University of Missouri-Kansas City have supplemental essays?

No. University of Missouri-Kansas City doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.

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