Once you're matched with your highest possible automatic award, you must meet requirements for renewal.
Competitive scholarships are awarded based on criteria of each scholarship. Funding may be limited for certain competitive scholarships, and some awards require additional application materials.
The application period for most competitive scholarships is October 1–March 1.
Awarded to full-time undergraduate UMKC students who are a current and long-time resident of Kansas City, Missouri. Applicants must demonstrate unusual ability or talent. Financial need is also required.
Awarded to an eligible African-American, undergraduate student who is graduating (or graduated) from an accredited high school in one of these counties — Cass, Clay, Jackson, Platte or Ray county in Missouri, or Johnson, Wyandotte, Leavenworth or Miami County in Kansas. Eligible students must have a 3.0 grade point average from high school, or a 2.5 college grade point average, and must complete the application process, including a scholarship interview with the selection committee.
The UMKC LGBTQIA Leadership Scholarship supports all students regardless of gender or sexual diversity, who are or will be enrolled in any degree program at UMKC. The scholarship seeks to award students who have demonstrated leadership or involvement toward the advancement of LGBTQIA equity and inclusion at UMKC or in their community.
In an emergency or crisis situation, UMKC aims to be a lifeline for its students in need. These resources can help students who have encountered unexpected financial obstacles to complete their academic requirements without major interruption.
Find emergency resources
Many scholarships are based on financial need. File your FAFSA by the February 1 priority deadline.
UMKC FAFSA Code: 002518
