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Private 4 Year

Kansas City Art Institute

Kansas City, Missouri

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Overview

Enrollment

738
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Location Kansas City, Missouri
Online kcai.edu
School Type Private 4 Year
Setting Large City
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Size Small
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad
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Located in Kansas City's cultural Crossroads Arts District, the Kansas City Art Institute (KCAI) is a private art and design college established in 1885. The 16-acre urban campus features a blend of historic buildings, including the Edward Dodge Mansion, alongside modern academic and studio facilities. KCAI offers Bachelor of Fine Arts degrees across multiple disciplines, with particularly strong programs in animation, illustration, ceramics, and fiber arts. The college maintains selective admission standards based on portfolio review and academic achievement, and students are required to live in on-campus housing during their first two years. The campus includes specialized working studios, the Jannes Library and Learning Center, and the H&R Block Artspace, which serves as a contemporary art exhibition space.

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Admission Standards

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GPA 3.32

Applications Accepted

58.5% 
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Application Fee $0

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$41,174
Costs for Kansas City Art Institute
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,000
Other Fees$750
Room and Board $12,486
Budget for Other Expenses$3,500
Total One Year Cost$58,910

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$32,900 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

77% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by Kansas City Art Institute students
Subject Percent of Class
Visual and Performing Arts 78%
Communications Technology 16%
English and Literature 5%
General Studies 2%

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Last updated February 24, 2024