Eligible first-time and transfer undergraduate, degree-seeking students admitted to UMKC are automatically considered for a range of renewable scholarships.
These are awarded based on criteria of each scholarship. Funding may be limited for certain competitive scholarships, and some awards require additional application materials.
Some academic units offer scholarships to students enrolled in their degree programs. Your application may require additional materials or a separate application form.
To be matched with the highest possible award, incoming first-time students must complete the UMKC application by January 15 for Fall term or November 15 for Spring Term and incoming transfer students must complete the UMKC application by May 1 for Fall term or November 15 for Spring term.
View automatic scholarship details, including renewal information for current students.
| Automatic award | Academic year amount | Minimum eligibility requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Incoming first-time students | ||
| Curator's Scholar Award | $5,000 | Missouri resident 28 on ACT 3.75 core GPA |
| Academic Excellence Award | $5,000 | Kansas resident 28 on ACT 3.75 core GPA |
| Chancellor's Award | $3,500 | Missouri or Kansas resident 25 on ACT 3.5 core GPA |
| Provost's Award | $2,000 | Missouri or Kansas resident 22 on ACT 3.0 core GPA |
| Metro Kansas City High School Award | $1,000 | Graduate of qualifying KC-area high school |
| Incoming transfer students | ||
| Chancellor's Transfer Award | $2,000 plus nonresident tuition differential | 40 credit hours 3.0 college GPA First bachelor's degree |
If you're from Kansas or the Midwest you may be eligible for a lower non-resident tuition rate.
Students who are not Missouri, Kansas or Midwestern residents may receive scholarships and awards that reduce tuition and fees to resident amounts. Some scholarships are awarded automatically, and some may require a separate application.
UMKC gives out many scholarships based on financial need. File your FAFSA by the February 1 priority deadline.
UMKC FAFSA Code: 002518
