University of Missouri-Kansas City Admission Requirements
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University of Missouri-Kansas City Admission Overview
University of Missouri-Kansas City admission requirements are moderately competitive. Last year University of Missouri-Kansas City admitted 72.2% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.54 GPA (A-) and SAT 1290-1550 / ACT 20-28. University of Missouri-Kansas City is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
University of Missouri-Kansas City is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.
University of Missouri-Kansas City Acceptance Rate
Admission Rate & Difficulty
Acceptance rate Share of applicants offered admission last year.
Admission Standards Measure of enrolled testers' SAT/ACT scores vs. other colleges.
Applicant Competition Measure of this school's acceptance rate vs. other colleges. A low acceptance rate indicates high competition.
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Admission difficulty for University of Missouri Kansas City
Acceptance Rate
The University of Missouri-Kansas City acceptance rate is 72.2%. Last year, 4,465 of 6,186 applicants were admitted. That is the 21st lowest acceptance rate 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, admitting a large majority of applicants. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile. Getting an offer is relatively likely compared with more selective schools, but last year's class still posted a strong academic profile.
University of Missouri Kansas City typically attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.54. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 30% of those admitted chose to enroll.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
University of Missouri-Kansas City GPA
GPA of enrolled freshmen
Avg. High School GPA The average high school GPA for incoming freshmen on a 4.0 scale.
3.54Typical High School Grades Letter grade on a 4.0 scale for last year's average, not a cutoff.
A-Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.54
Average GPA
Enrolled freshmen at University of Missouri-Kansas City typically have around a 3.54 GPA (A-) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have very good grades in high school. University of Missouri-Kansas City is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.
The school ranks #17 in Missouri for highest average GPA.
See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.5 GPA range.
Competitiveness by GPA Ranges
Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.
GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024
University of Missouri-Kansas City SAT Scores
SAT scores of enrolled freshmen
SAT Range The middle 50% of enrolled testers who sent SAT. The maximum score is 1600.
1290-1550Freshmen who sent SAT Share of enrolled freshmen who submitted SAT scores. This is enrolled testers, not all applicants.
3%25th Percentile Scores
- Reading 640
- Math 650
- Composite 1290
75th Percentile Scores
- Reading 760
- Math 790
- Composite 1550
Average SAT
Enrolled testers at University of Missouri-Kansas City typically score around a 1420 SAT (middle 50% 1290–1550) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 96th percentile nationally. University of Missouri-Kansas City ranks #2 in the state of Missouri and #87 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score.
SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1290 to 1550
SAT policy
University of Missouri-Kansas City is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.
View other colleges which accept students in the 1420 SAT score range.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers
This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
University of Missouri-Kansas City ACT Scores
ACT scores among enrolled freshmen
ACT Range Mid-50 ACT composite among enrolled testers who sent ACT. The scale tops out at 36.
20-28Freshmen reporting ACT Percent of enrolled freshmen who reported ACT. Counts enrolled testers, not the full applicant pool.
54%25th Percentile Scores
- English 19
- Math 18
- Composite 20
75th Percentile Scores
- English 28
- Math 26
- Composite 28
Average ACT
Incoming testers at University of Missouri-Kansas City typically have around a 24 ACT (mid-50 20–28) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 73rd percentile of ACT takers nationwide. University of Missouri-Kansas City places #10 among colleges in Missouri for highest average ACT composite.
ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 20 to 28
ACT policy
You may apply to University of Missouri-Kansas City without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.
See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 24.0 ACT score range.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
How ACT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers
This table compares ACT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. They are not your individual odds. If you leave ACT off your application, you can skip this table.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
High School Class Rank
Class Rank of Admitted Students
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.
Data Source, Peterson's Data
Estimate How You Compare
See how your GPA and scores compare with last year's enrolled testers. You can mark that you will withhold scores.
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Admission Statistics
Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Application Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to University of Missouri Kansas City and what student information is used for admission decisions?
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Fall 2027 Application Deadline
Applications Due
Jun 15, 2027Days left to Apply
267Applicants have 267 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Jun 15, 2027.
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to University of Missouri Kansas City is $0. The school is free to apply to.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Credits Accepted
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Admission summary
University of Missouri-Kansas City is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 72.2% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.54 GPA (about an A- average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (1290-1550); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=178402.
GPA calculator: University of Missouri Kansas City GPA calculator.
Last updated: August 2026