About Sociology in University of Missouri–Kansas City (UMKC)
A degree in sociology will help you think critically about human life to understand how culture and society influence behavior and shape reality. Sociology can open the door to a wealth of career opportunities in fields including business, human relations, journalism, public administration, law, education, medicine, social work or counseling.
Our sociology program will prepare you for a variety of diverse fields or to pursue graduate school. Our connection to the Kansas City community provides internship and job opportunities throughout the metropolitan area at nonprofit organizations, research institutions, law offices and government agencies.
Academic qualification equivalents
- Applicants must have passed high school
English language requirements
- IELTS : 6.5
- TOEFL IBT: 80
- PTE : 54
University of Missouri–Kansas City (UMKC) Highlights
| Type |
Public |
| Campus Setting |
Urban |
| Endowment |
1.12 Billion USD |
| Cost of Attendance |
36,145 USD |
| Campus Housing Capacity |
1,643 |
| Financial Aid |
Scholarships, loans, and grants |
| Student Retention Rate |
73% (Full time students) |
| Admission Helpdesk |
admissions@umkc.edu,
816-235-1000/800-775-8652 |
University of Missouri-Kansas City Cost of Attendance
The cost of living in the United States while attending the institute is shown in the table below.
| Expenses |
Amount (USD) UG |
Amount (USD) PG |
| Tuition |
38,583 |
36,935 |
| Student Activity Fee |
5.63 (per credit hour) |
5.63 (per credit hour) |
| Health fee |
NA |
NA |
| Housing and Rooms |
7,378 - 9,542 |
7,378 - 9,542 |
| Meals |
3,505 -3,756 |
3,505 -3,756 |
| Books and Supplies |
926 |
926 |
| Personal Expenses |
3,063 |
3,063 |
| Health Insurance Plan |
2,259 |
2,259 |
- Annual room and board fee for undergraduate and graduate courses: about 14,272 USD
- Miscellaneous fee: 3,063 USD
- Total cost: 55,918 USD (Undergraduate)/54,270USD (Graduate)
