Cost
Understanding what it will cost to attend UMKC is an important step in understanding how much and what kinds of financial aid you will need to pursue. UMKC develops a Cost of Attendance for all students who utilize financial aid funds. This Cost of Attendance is a budget that includes the estimated direct and indirect costs a typical student may incur while attending UMKC.
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Undergraduate Cost of Attendance
The estimated cost of attendance for undergraduates is based on students enrolled in 14 credit hours. Review tuition and fee rates for more detailed information. The following cost charts are for the 2021-2022 academic year.
| Living Off Campus | Missouri and Kansas Residents | Heartland Rate | Non-Residents |
|---|---|---|---|
| Estimated Direct Costs Charged by UMKC |
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| Tuition and Fees | $10,272 | $14,624 | $25,510 |
| Total Direct Costs | $10,272 | $14,624 | $25,510 |
| Estimated Indirect Costs | |||
| Books and Supplies | $770 | $770 | $770 |
| Housing and Dining | $11,748 | $11,748 | $11,748 |
| Personal | $3,534 | $3,534 | $3,534 |
| Transportation | $920 | $920 | $920 |
| Total Cost of Attendance | $27,244 | $31,596 | $42,482 |
| Living On Campus | Missouri and Kansas Residents | Heartland Rate | Non-Residents |
|---|---|---|---|
| Estimated Direct Costs Charged by UMKC |
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| Tuition and Fees | $10,272 | $14,624 | $25,510 |
| Housing and Dining* | $11,992 | $11,992 | $11,992 |
| Total Direct Costs | $22,264 | $26,616 | $37,502 |
| Estimated Indirect Costs | |||
| Books and Supplies | $770 | $770 | $770 |
| Personal | $3,534 | $3,534 | $3,534 |
| Transportation | $460 | $460 | $460 |
| Total Cost of Attendance | $27,028 | $31,380 | $42,266 |
| *Housing and Dining amounts may vary depending upon your housing choice and meal plan. | |||
| Living with Parents | Missouri and Kansas Residents | Heartland Rate | Non-Residents |
|---|---|---|---|
| Estimated Direct Costs Charged by UMKC |
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| Tuition and Fees | $10,272 | $14,624 | $25,510 |
| Total Direct Costs | $10,272 | $14,624 | $25,510 |
| Estimated Indirect Costs | |||
| Books and Supplies | $770 | $770 | $770 |
| Housing and Dining | $2,040 | $2,040 | $2,040 |
| Personal | $3,534 | $3,534 | $3,534 |
| Transportation | $920 | $920 | $920 |
| Total Cost of Attendance | $17,536 | $21,888 | $32,774 |
Graduate Cost of Attendance
The estimated costs of attendance for graduates are based on students enrolled in 6 credit hours. Review tuition and fee rates for more detailed information. The following cost charts are for the 2020-2021 academic year.
| Living Off Campus | Missouri Residents | Midwest Student Exchange Program | Non-Residents |
|---|---|---|---|
| Estimated Direct Costs Charged by UMKC |
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| Tuition and Fees | $5,680 | $8,122 | $13,402 |
| Total Direct Costs | $5,680 | $8,122 | $13,402 |
| Estimated Indirect Costs | |||
| Books and Supplies | $330 | $330 | $330 |
| Housing and Dining | $10,714 | $10,714 | $10,714 |
| Personal | $2,882 | $2,882 | $2,882 |
| Transportation | $1,348 | $1,348 | $1,348 |
| Total Cost of Attendance | $20,954 | $23,396 | $28,676 |
| Living On Campus | Missouri Residents | Midwest Student Exchange Program | Non-Residents |
|---|---|---|---|
| Estimated Direct Costs Charged by UMKC |
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| Tuition and Fees | $5,680 | $8,122 | $13,402 |
| Housing and Dining* | $11,748 | $11,748 | $11,748 |
| Total Direct Costs | $17,428 | $19,870 | $25,150 |
| Estimated Indirect Costs | |||
| Books and Supplies | $330 | $330 | $330 |
| Personal | $2,882 | $2,882 | $2,882 |
| Transportation | $674 | $674 | $674 |
| Total Cost of Attendance | $21,314 | $23,756 | $29,036 |
| *Housing and Dining amounts may vary depending upon your housing choice and meal plan. | |||
| Living with Parents | Missouri Residents | Midwest Student Exchange Program | Non-Residents |
|---|---|---|---|
| Estimated Direct Costs Charged by UMKC |
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| Tuition and Fees | $5,680 | $8,122 | $13,402 |
| Total Direct Costs | $5,680 | $8,122 | $13,402 |
| Estimated Indirect Costs | |||
| Books and Supplies | $330 | $330 | $330 |
| Housing and Dining | $2,040 | $2,040 | $2,040 |
| Personal | $2,882 | $2,882 | $2,882 |
| Transportation | $1,348 | $1,348 | $1,348 |
| Total Cost of Attendance | $12,280 | $14,722 | $20,002 |
Law Cost of Attendance
The estimated costs of attendance for law students are based on students enrolled in 15 credit hours. Review tuition and fee rates for more detailed information. The following cost charts are for the 2020-2021 academic year.
| Living Off Campus | Missouri Residents | Non-Residents |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated Direct Costs Charged by UMKC |
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| Tuition and Fees* | $20,484 | $38,890 |
| Total Direct Costs | $20,484 | $38,890 |
| Estimated Indirect Costs | ||
| Books and Supplies | $1,034 | $1,034 |
| Housing and Dining | $10,714 | $10,714 |
| Personal | $2,882 | $2,882 |
| Transportation | $1,348 | $1,348 |
| Total Cost of Attendance | $36,462 | $54,868 |
| *Tuition is estimated for UMKC Law students based on 15 credit hours. Review tuition and fee rates for more detailed information. | ||
| Living On Campus | Missouri Residents | Non-Residents |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated Direct Costs Charged by UMKC |
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| Tuition and Fees | $20,484 | $38,890 |
| Housing and Dining* | $11,748 | $11,748 |
| Total Direct Costs | $32,232 | $50,638 |
| Estimated Indirect Costs | ||
| Books and Supplies | $1,034 | $1,034 |
| Personal | $2,882 | $2,882 |
| Transportation | $674 | $674 |
| Total Cost of Attendance | $36,822 | $55,228 |
| *Housing and Dining amounts may vary depending upon your housing choice and meal plan. | ||
| Academic Year 2017-18 | Missouri Residents | Non-Residents |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated Direct Costs Charged by UMKC |
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| Tuition and Fees* | $20,484 | $38,890 |
| Total Direct Costs | $20,484 | $38,890 |
| Estimated Indirect Costs | ||
| Books and Supplies | $1,034 | $1,034 |
| Housing and Dining | $2,040 | $2,040 |
| Personal | $2,882 | $2,882 |
| Transportation | $1,348 | $1,348 |
| Total Cost of Attendance | $27,788 | $46,194 |
| *Tuition is estimated for UMKC Law students based on 15 credit hours. Review tuition and fee rates for more detailed information. | ||
Health Professional Cost of Attendance
Cost of Attendance information for the School of Dentistry, School of Medicine, School of Nursing and School of Pharmacy, is available in the health professional section.
What is Cost of Attendance?
Cost of Attendance is a budget that includes the estimated direct and indirect costs a typical student may incur while attending UMKC.
Books and Supplies from UMKC Bookstore
Additional qualifying expenses, such as unexpected medical, dental and car repairs may also be included at the discretion of the Financial Aid and Scholarships Office. See the Special Circumstances Appeal Form for specific information.
Direct costs, including tuition and fees and books and supplies, amounts can vary by your degree program and your residency status.
Indirect costs, including off-campus housing, food, personal expenses, transportation costs, and books and supplies not charged at the UMKC Bookstore, are costs you may incur while attending UMKC. These costs can vary based on your lifestyle choices.
You can view your personal cost of attendance in your Pathway account by visiting:
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Aid Year Financial Aid Summary Estimated Financial Aid Budget
The cost of attendance determines how much financial aid you are eligible to receive. In addition, the following formula is used to determine how much need-based aid you are eligible to receive:
| Cost of Attendance | |
| - | Expected Family Contribution (EFC)* |
| = | Financial Need** |
| * The Expected Family Contribution is determined by the information reported on your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) ** Financial Need refers to the amount of need-based financial aid you are eligible to receive (more information about need-based aid can be found in the Types of Aid section) |
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It is important to note that you cannot receive more financial assistance than your total cost of attendance. Be sure to report any outside grant, loan, scholarship or waiver assistance (such as Vocational Rehabilitation, GI Bill, etc.) that you are receiving to help you pay for school if it is not already listed on your financial aid award package.
Residency Status
Review the Residency Status appeal process to determine if you can be considered a Missouri Resident.
Did you know that there are discount programs available to help students with non-residents costs?
- Kansas Rate
- Heartland Rate
- Midwest Student Exchange Program
- Educational Assistance for University Employees and Dependents
Billing and Payment Information
Find out more on how to pay your bill and when it’s due on the Cashiers and Collections Office website.