University of Missouri-Kansas City

If you are thinking about applying to University of Missouri-Kansas City, the regular decision application deadline is June 15 and the application fee costs $45.

University of Missouri-Kansas City Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of University of Missouri-Kansas City's admissions stats.

University of Missouri-Kansas City 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.5
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	35%
Mean SAT Score	1340
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	3%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	66%
Waitlist	No

University of Missouri-Kansas City Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of Missouri-Kansas City.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	No	––	––
Regular Decision	Yes	June 15	––

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University of Missouri-Kansas City does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ See a list of some competetive colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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Is University of Missouri-Kansas City Hard To Get Into?

It is moderately difficult to get into University of Missouri-Kansas City. University of Missouri-Kansas City evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2021, University of Missouri-Kansas City accepted 76% of all applicants, approximately 3,774 of the 4,967 students who applied.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like University of Missouri-Kansas City, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT. Admissions to 6-Year Medical (BLA/MD) program is program extremely difficult.

Transferring to University of Missouri-Kansas City

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to University of Missouri-Kansas City

University of Missouri-Kansas City has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does University of Missouri-Kansas City Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are are most important in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that put the most emphasis on the areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at University of Missouri-Kansas City

What does University of Missouri-Kansas City consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Class Rank	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
First Generation	Considered
Interview	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

Make sure to check with University of Missouri-Kansas City for more information on admission factors.

University of Missouri-Kansas City 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to University of Missouri-Kansas City, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with University of Missouri-Kansas City's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement			√
Interview			√
Other Requirements			√	Auditions for Conservatory applicants
Transcript of High School Record	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of Missouri-Kansas City?

Students admitted to University of Missouri-Kansas City have an average unweighted GPA of 3.5.

Out of all students that were admitted, 68% submitted a class rank. At University of Missouri-Kansas City 35% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 62% were in the top 25% and 87% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At University of Missouri-Kansas City, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	15%
3.75 and 3.99	29%
3.50 and 3.74	19%
3.25 and 3.49	12%
3.00 and 3.24	11%
2.50 and 2.9	12%
2.00 and 2.49	2%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to University of Missouri-Kansas City directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

University of Missouri-Kansas City considers ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process.

University of Missouri-Kansas City is a test optional school. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 3% of University of Missouri-Kansas City's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 66% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for University of Missouri-Kansas City?

To be competitive with other University of Missouri-Kansas City applicants, you should strive to earn between 1133 and 1510 (or higher!) on the SAT. At University of Missouri-Kansas City 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1510 and 25% of scored lower than 1133, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a University of Missouri-Kansas City student is 1340.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of University of Missouri-Kansas City students scored 763 or higher and 75% of students scored 570 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of University of Missouri-Kansas City students scored 743 or higher, and 75% scored a 570 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for University of Missouri-Kansas City?

To be most competitive at University of Missouri-Kansas City, you should strive to earn between 21 and 30 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 30 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of Missouri-Kansas City's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 30, and three out of four students scored lower than 30 on the ACT.

A 21 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for University of Missouri-Kansas City students. Only one out of every four students scored below 21.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to University of Missouri-Kansas City

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to University of Missouri-Kansas City.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is June 15. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in University of Missouri-Kansas City during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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University of Missouri-Kansas City Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to University of Missouri-Kansas City?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to University of Missouri-Kansas City.

Does University of Missouri-Kansas City accept transfer credits?

✅ University of Missouri-Kansas City accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. University of Missouri-Kansas City accepts:

• CLEP subject tests

Does University of Missouri-Kansas City accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ University of Missouri-Kansas City accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to University of Missouri-Kansas City?

❌ No, University of Missouri-Kansas City is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you may want to send them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

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

✅ University of Missouri-Kansas City has an acceptance rate of 76%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of Missouri-Kansas City?

❌ University of Missouri-Kansas City does not offer early decision.

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