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University of Missouri-Kansas City Admission Requirements

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Your chances of getting into University of Missouri Kansas City

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

69.5%
Admission Difficulty for University of Missouri Kansas City
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Very High 
Applicant Competition Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at University of Missouri-Kansas City is 69.5%.  Its admission rate is the 20th lowest in Missouri.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into University of Missouri-Kansas City and can you get accepted?

University of Missouri-Kansas City is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 3,599 out of the 5,180 who applied were admitted.

University of Missouri Kansas City typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.54. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 32% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into University of Missouri-Kansas City?

69% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to University of Missouri Kansas City you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.54 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1400 on the SAT
  • Score 25 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top 25% of your high school class

University of Missouri-Kansas City GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.54

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into University of Missouri Kansas City?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into University of Missouri-Kansas City are to have around a 3.54 high school GPA. You are required to have very good grades in high school.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as University of Missouri-Kansas City accepts 69% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at University of Missouri-Kansas City is 3.54 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #17 in Missouri for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since University of Missouri-Kansas City is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.5 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted University of Missouri Kansas City students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 15.0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 29.0% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 19.0% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 12.0% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 11.0% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 12.0% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 2.0% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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University of Missouri-Kansas City SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to University of Missouri Kansas City. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 3% of students submitted SAT scores and 50% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1245-1550

Applicants Submitting SAT 

3%
SAT Scores for University of Missouri Kansas City
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 625
Math 25th Percentile 620
Composite 25th Percentile 1245
SAT Scores for University of Missouri Kansas City
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 760
Math 75th Percentile 790
Composite 75th Percentile 1550
Average SAT Score 1400

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to University of Missouri Kansas City?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at University of Missouri-Kansas City is 1400 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1245-1550. Students who get into University of Missouri Kansas City score in the top 100 percent of all SAT test takers..  University of Missouri-Kansas City ranks #2 in the state of Missouri and #93 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1400 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. University of Missouri-Kansas City regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1245 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1245, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 1090, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

University of Missouri Kansas City is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1400 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1397, you have around a 69% chance of being admitted. A 1550 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 81% chance of getting in.

University of Missouri Kansas City admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1550 and Above Good >81%
1397 to 1550 Avg + 69%-81%
1245 to 1397 Avg - 54%-69%
1093 to 1245 Reach 38%-54%
Less than 1093 Low <38%
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University of Missouri-Kansas City ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

21-30 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

50%
ACT Scores for University of Missouri Kansas City
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 20
Math 25th Percentile 19
Composite 25th Percentile 21
ACT Scores for University of Missouri Kansas City
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 31
Math 75th Percentile 28
Composite 75th Percentile 30
Average ACT Score 25

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into University of Missouri-Kansas City?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to University of Missouri-Kansas City is 25, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 21 and 30.  The school ranks #8 in Missouri for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 25. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 21 and score in the score in the top 43 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 16.

50 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to University of Missouri Kansas City.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as University of Missouri Kansas City is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into University of Missouri-Kansas City for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 25 score has around 69% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 82% with a 30 ACT score.

University of Missouri Kansas City admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
30 and Above Good >82%
25 to 30 Avg + 69%-82%
21 to 25 Avg - 56%-69%
17 to 21 Reach 42%-56%
Less than 17 Low <42%
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High School Class Rank

62% of University of Missouri Kansas City freshman are in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class and 35% are in the top ten percent.

High School Class Rank for admitted University of Missouri Kansas City students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 35%
Top 25% of class 62%
Top 50% of class 87%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

University of Missouri Kansas City admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 3,337 1,843 5,180
Accepted 2,421 1,178 3,599
Acceptance Rate 73% 64% 69%
Enrolled 759 406 1,165
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 31% 34% 32%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2025 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Jun 15, 2025

Days left to Apply

172

Applicants have 172 days left until the Fall 2025 term applications are due on Jun 15, 2025.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to University of Missouri Kansas City is $45.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to University of Missouri Kansas City and what student information is used for admission decisions?

University of Missouri Kansas City Application Requirements
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at University of Missouri Kansas City
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

Admission Requirements Summary

Because University of Missouri-Kansas City is moderately competitive, you have a strong chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.54 GPA, you have a very good likelihood of getting in. A 1400 on the SAT and 25 on the ACT will further lock in your application.

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=178402 IPEDS survey data for University of Missouri Kansas City.

Last updated February 24, 2024