APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION

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1 MKC APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION All applicants must submit: a Application for admission a Official test scores ACT/SAT Freshmen or students with fewer than college credits. The writing portion of the ACT or SAT will not be considered. UMKC s ACT code is 2380, and its SAT code is APPLICATION DEADLINES (For incoming freshmen and transfer students with fewer than transferable hours) >> Fall Semester: June 15 >> Spring Semester: Nov. 1 >> Summer Session: May 1 PRIORITY Scholarship DEADLINES >> Fall Semester (freshmen): Jan. 15 >> Fall Semester (transfer students): Feb. 15 >> Spring Semester: Nov. 15 GRE/GMAT Graduate students, if required a Official transcripts High school Freshmen or students with fewer than college credits College All students who have attempted college credit Transcripts are considered official if they are received in a sealed envelope or sent electronically to UMKC through escrip-safe, Parchment Exchange, National Student Clearinghouse or Joint Services Transcript. a Nonrefundable application fee $35 when applying online $45 when submitting a paper application $50 when applying to the M.D. (not Six-Year /M.D.) or graduate Anesthesia or Physician Assistant programs in the School of Medicine $50 when applying to the Conservatory of Music and Dance (apply online only: conservatory.umkc.edu) a Supplemental application, if required by academic department a Read the instructions and admissions criteria before completing this application. a Applicants are encouraged to apply well before admissions priority dates. a Refer to departments for special deadlines. a Note special admissions requirements for certain academic programs. Visit umkc.edu/catalog or call the UMKC academic unit for complete information. Complete the online application at umkc.edu/apply; bring your application to Room 120 of the UMKC Administrative Center, 5115 Oak St.; or mail your application, test results and all transcripts to: University of Missouri-Kansas City Office of Admissions 120 Administrative Center 5115 Oak St. Kansas City, MO Questions? Call UMKC (8652). UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI-KANSAS CITY

2 Academic Advising go.umkc.edu/advising Admissions OFFICE or umkc.edu/admissions Bookstore umkcbookstore.com Campus Information Campus Tours/ Welcome Center or umkc.edu/welcome Career Services career.umkc.edu Cashiers/COLLECTIONS umkc.edu/cashiers Course Registration umkc.edu/registrar/registration Financial Aid and Scholarships sfa.umkc.edu International Student Affairs Office umkc.edu/isao ON-campus Housing umkc.edu/housing Orientation umkc.edu/orientation Registration Quick Guide umkc.edu/quickguide Student Events Hotline Student Involvement umkc.edu/stulife UMKC Central umkc.edu/central Veterans Benefits umkc.edu/admissions/veterans STUDENT-SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS International Applicants International students should not complete this application. Applications are available at the International Student Affairs Office, 5000 Holmes St., G-04, Kansas City, MO 64110; at umkc.edu/ isao; or by at Interdisciplinary Ph.D. Applicants For application materials, contact the School of Graduate Studies at or visit go.umkc. edu/iphd. If you are sending information, mail to: University of Missouri-Kansas City, School of Graduate Studies, 345 Administrative Center, 5115 Oak St., Kansas City, MO Graduate Applicants Graduate applicants should complete pages 5 and 6 of this application. Admission is based upon criteria of the academic unit. For more information, contact the school offering the program or visit umkc.edu/catalog. ReadmiTTED STUDENTS >> Former students who attended another institution after leaving UMKC should use this application or apply online. Submit all transcripts of college work taken since attending UMKC. >> Former students who did not attend another institution and who were not enrolled at UMKC in the semester before the term in which they want to enroll should complete a request to re-enroll. Find this form at go.umkc.edu/readmit. Visiting Students If you wish to take courses for personal enrichment or are a degree-seeking student at another institution and would like to take courses to transfer back to your home institution, complete the Visiting Student Application at go.umkc.edu/visiting. Visiting students are not eligible for financial aid. Special admission categories Provisional Admission Applicants who do not meet the standards for regular admission may be considered for provisional admission to UMKC. If admitted, students may be required to participate in an academic support program as a condition of their admission. Supporting documentation may be requested. GED High School Equivalency Students can apply for admission based on the General Educational Development or High School Equivalency tests. The GED or HiSET scores must be passing in each area. GED or HiSET applicants also must submit an ACT composite score of at least. Students not meeting these criteria may be considered for provisional admission (see above) or mature adult admission (see below). Mature Adult Students who graduated from high school more than five years prior and have fewer than transferable college credits may qualify for mature adult admission consideration. These students must submit high school transcripts or GED or HiSET, any college transcripts, ACT/SAT test results or an ACT test waiver. Students should contact the Office of Admissions to obtain the ACT test waiver petition if needed. Dual High School/University Enrollment High school students can be admitted in a special student category and take college courses concurrently with high school courses. Students must submit a special application for admission available at umkc.edu/apply/special.asp. Students are admitted based on academic standards that exceed those required for admission from high school. Admissions are limited and are subject to the space available in, and completion of prerequisites for, the desired course or courses. Home-Schooled Graduates Graduates of home-school programs are required to complete the 17-unit core college-preparatory curriculum (see page 4) and have a ACT or 1090 SAT score for regular admission to UMKC. Students not meeting these criteria may be considered for provisional admission. Students Graduating Early From High School High school students may be admitted before they graduate from high school if they have completed all the requirements for graduation from high school but will not receive a diploma until their class graduates. Eligibility for admission is determined by the procedures established for regular admission from high school. A high school counselor or principal must certify that all graduation requirements have been met. Students are admitted on an individual basis. The following information also is required: application for admission, high school transcript and letter of approval from a high school principal or counselor. 2

3 Freshman Admissions Criteria Admission to UMKC is determined by a combination of high school curriculum, class rank, and ACT/SAT scores. If If your class rank is in is in the: 6% 14% 22% 31% 38% 46% 52% 53% or lower You You need an ACT composite ACT score score of: Or Or an SAT verbal and math score score of: or higher If you have completed the required 17 units in high school (see list on page 4) and meet the standards in the chart above, you will be admitted to UMKC. Students who do not meet the automatic admission requirements may be reviewed individually for provisional admission (see page 2). competitive admission Admission to some academic programs is competitive, and admission to UMKC does not guarantee admission to a desired major. Students who are not admissible to these programs but who meet minimum criteria may be admitted to University College. AUTOMATIC ADMISSION AUTOMATIC AUTOMATIC ADMISSION ADMISSION FOR MOST 2.0 ACADEMIC UNITS FOR MOST ACADEMIC FOR MOST UNITS ACADEMIC UNITS Missouri enhanced admission Missouri residents who graduate in the top 10 percent of their class and meet the 17- unit requirements (see page 4) are admissible regardless of ACT/SAT score. Those who graduate from a high school that does not rank students must have a 3.5 in the 17 core curriculum classes. TRANSFER CRITERIA UMKC values your previous college experience and strives to make the transition as easy as possible. Applicants with or more hours of transferable college-level coursework need an overall 2.0 on a 4.0 scale in all coursework attempted at previous institutions. UMKC may recalculate s as needed. Applicants must have official transcripts from each college or university attended sent to the Office of Admissions before their application can be considered. If a student does not have hours of transferable college-level coursework, admission is determined by including freshman admissions criteria. Some admissions decisions are made by the academic unit/department. Students who are not admissible to these programs but who meet minimum criteria for admission may be admitted to University College. BUSINESS AND BUSINESS ACCOUNTING AND BUSINESS ACCOUNTING AND ACCOUNTING NURSING AND HEALTH NURSING STUDIES AND HEALTH NURSING STUDIES AND HEALTH STUDIES CIVIL AND MECHANICAL CIVIL AND ENGINEERING MECHANICAL CIVIL AND ENGINEERING MECHANICAL ENGINEERING Additional Factors Considered for Admission The university seeks a heterogeneous student body reflecting diversity of race, ethnicity, age and geography (including international students). Factors given prime consideration for admission to undergraduate study are applicants previous academic success and the quality of records presented. Applicants who do not meet criteria set forth may be considered for admission by appealing and stating: >> The number and scope of college preparatory courses >> Evidence of marked improvement over time in high school academic record >> Extensive cocurricular activities involving school, community or church >> Outstanding talent or abilities >> Significant work experience or family responsibilities R.N. B.S.N. R.N. B.S.N. R.N. B.S.N. DENTAL HYGIENE DENTAL HYGIENE DENTAL HYGIENE PHARMACY PHARMACY PHARMACY 3

4 UMKC APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION Report of Required High School Coursework New freshmen and transfer students with fewer than hours of college-level coursework must complete this page. Print or type. Last name First Middle High school name Required Subject Areas You are encouraged to consult your counselor to determine which courses to list in each area. Completed Coursework Enter the names of the courses completed. One unit = one year in class Grade Units Coursework in Progress Enter the names of all other courses to be completed before graduation. Units English units 4 English 9, 10, 11, 12; English literature, speech, debate, journalism, etc. (One may be in speech or debate; two that emphasize composition or writing skills are required.) Not acceptable: yearbook, acting, theater, drama, business English, media. Math units 4 Algebra I, geometry, algebra II, pre-calculus/ trigonometry/analytic geometry, calculus, math analysis, etc. Not acceptable: computer math, programming, consumer math, pre-algebra, accounting, basic math, technical math, computer science. Science units 3 Earth science, biology, chemistry, physics, etc. (One unit must be a laboratory course.) Not acceptable: general science, vo-ag or agricultural science. Social Studies units 3 World history, American history, American government, principles of democracy, etc. Foreign Language units 2 in the same language. This requirement may be satisfied by the completion of two consecutive years of courses Fine Arts unit 1 Art, music, drama, dance. Not acceptable: allied arts, literature, foreign language, speech, debate. Date Student s signature 4

5 General Information UMKC Student ID (If you are or have been a UMKC student) Social Security number (Optional, but required for financial aid purposes) Last name First Middle Preferred first name Maiden Current legal address: Number and street City State ZIP County Current mailing address: Number and street City State ZIP County Home phone Cellphone Work phone Date of birth: month/day/year address Any student under age 21 and financially dependent on a parent or guardian must complete the following: Mother s/guardian s name Address City State ZIP Father s/guardian s name Address City State ZIP Residency Information Are you a Missouri resident? m Yes m No Place of birth: City State Are you a resident of one of the following Kansas counties: Atchison, Douglas, Franklin, Jackson, Jefferson, Johnson, Leavenworth, Miami, Osage, Shawnee or Wyandotte? m Yes m No How long have you been a resident of Missouri or Kansas counties listed above? Previous legal address, if less than one year at current legal address: City State ZIP County Would you like to be considered for the Midwest Student Exchange Program (IL, IN, KS, MI, MN, NE, ND, WI)? m Yes m No msep.mhec.org Are you a U.S. citizen? m Yes m No, country of citizenship m Permanent resident alien Card number Date of issue Attach a copy of your card m Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (copy of I-797 with I-821/I-821D noted) m Refugee or asylum (documentation required) Note: International visa students apply using a form offered by the International Student Affairs office at umkc.edu/isao. Enrollment Information Which semester and year will you enter UMKC? m Fall 20 m Spring 20 m Summer 20 What will be your entering status? m New freshman m Undergraduate transfer m Graduate m Second-degree-seeking (undergraduate post-bachelor) What will be your entering status? m Nondegree-seeking Note: Nondegree-seeking students apply using a form found at umkc.edu/apply/visiting.asp. Have you previously applied to UMKC? m No m Yes, semester and year applied: Have you previously enrolled at UMKC? m No m Yes, last semester enrolled: Have you ever been suspended, dismissed, expelled or subject to any disciplinary action for any reason (including academic dishonesty) at a college, university or other post-secondary educational institution? m Yes m No Do you plan to complete a degree at UMKC? m Yes m No Briefly describe your educational goals: Optional Information Gender: m Male m Female Veteran: m Yes m No To help UMKC better serve its student population and design programming that is more inclusive, and to remain compliant with federal, state, local and several granting organizations, indicate your ethnic background: I. Are you Hispanic/Latino? m Yes m No II. Which of the following do you consider to be your racial background? Place an X next to all races that apply and a P on the line next to your primary race. American Indian or Alaska Native White Black/ African-American Asian (underrepresented) Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander Asian (includes Chinese, Filipino, Japanese, Korean, Asian Indian or Thai) Are you or your parents/spouse or legal guardian employed full-time and benefit-eligible at the University of Missouri System? m Yes m No Did one or both of your parents graduate from college? m Yes m No continued on next page xx 5

6 UMKC APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION Educational Information U High school attended City State Date of (anticipated) graduation or GED GED score (if applicable) Name and location of all colleges and universities attended, including dates of attendance and degrees earned or expected. Also include any colleges or universities from which you have earned dual credit. Request that all colleges and universities send official transcripts of coursework. Failure to indicate schools in which you have been enrolled may void your admission. Attach list if necessary. Name of school Location (city, state) Dates of attendance Degree earned/anticipated Freshmen and Undergraduate Transfers Intended academic major: Emphasis area (if applicable): Refer to the degree programs on pages 7 and 8 Check interest areas: m University College (Exploratory/Undecided) UMKC s University College is an academic unit designed to help incoming students and continuing students who are undecided transition into a major. m Co llege of Arts and Sciences m B.S. m m B.L.A. m Architecture m PACE m Pre-Dental m Pre-Health Sciences m Pre-Law m Pre-Medicine m Pre-Pharmacy m Henry W. Blo ch School of Management m B. m B.S. (Accounting only) m Conservatory of Music and Dance (audition and supplemental application required; apply online only) m Dental Hygiene (interview and supplemental application materials required) m Sch ool of Biological Sciences m B.S. Biology m Biology m Pre-Med Cellular and Molecular Basis of Health and Disease Emphasis (B.S. Biology) m Pre-Dental Concentration (B.S. Biology) m Bioinformatics Emphasis (B.S. Biology) m Biotechnology Emphasis (B.S. Biology) m Clinical Laboratory Sciences Emphasis (B.S. Biology) m Sch ool of Computing and Engineering m Computer Science m Bachelor of Information Technology m Engineering (indicate specific area): m Civil m Electrical and Computer m Mechanical m Sch ool of Education m Early Childhood m Elementary m Middle School m Secondary m Institute for Urban Education m School of Law (Six-Year) (supplemental application required) m School of Medicine (Six-Year) (supplemental application required) m School of Nursing and Health Studies m B.H.S. m B.S.N. m Pre-Nursing m R.N.-B.S.N. m School of Pharmacy m Pharm.D. (supplemental application required) Incoming Student Survey Do you plan to graduate from UMKC? m Yes m No How confident are you that you will graduate? Not confident Very confident Freshmen and transfer students with fewer than transferable college hours: Have you taken the ACT? m Yes m No If yes, have you requested that your score be sent to UMKC? m Yes m No Graduate Students Intended academic major: Emphasis area (if applicable): Refer to the degree programs on pages 7 and 8 Have you taken or do you plan to take the Graduate Record Exam (GRE) or the Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT)? GRE m No m Yes Date / / GMAT m No m Yes Date / / Other m No m Yes Date / / Interdisciplinary Ph.D. Program Select one primary and one or more co-disciplines: Primary discipline: Co-discipline(s): Selecting a major, degree program and school UMKC offers degrees only in programs listed on pages 7 and 8. appropriate degree program given You will be placed in the most Check to see if the degree program you want is offered at the to the program. your educational goals and access bachelor s, master s or doctoral If you do not select from the list level. of degrees, you will be placed in Some programs do not admit the program that corresponds students at the freshman level. with your educational goals and Access to some of these degree qualifications. programs as a post-bachelor Some programs and degrees student is limited. require special application for admission and have specific entry requirements. Visit umkc.edu/catalog for more information. Do you plan to work more than 15 hours a week while in college? m Yes m No Should you find yourself needing help, how likely are you to ask for help? Not likely Very likely If you are enrolled in 12 credit hours, how many hours do you think you will need to study outside of class to be a successful student? Read carefully: I certify the information on this application is accurate and complete, and I understand that all required credentials must be submitted before an admission decision can be made. I authorize the University of Missouri-Kansas City to maintain all my records under my signed name, and I understand these records and credentials in support of my application are the property of UMKC and may not be returned or reproduced. 6 Signature Date Return this application with the nonrefundable $45 application fee to: University of Missouri-Kansas City Office of Admissions, 120 Administrative Center 5115 Oak St. Kansas City, MO 64112

7 MKC DEGREE PROGRAMS Some programs and degrees require special application for admission and have specific entry requirements. For more information, go to umkc.edu/admissions. A&S College of Arts and Sciences BIO School of Biological Sciences BSM Henry W. Bloch School of Management CON Conservatory of Music and Dance DEN School of Dentistry EDU School of Education NHS School of Nursing and Health Studies SCE School of Computing and Engineering Undergraduate Degree Programs Accounting (BSM) B.S. Architectural Studies (A&S) # Art History (A&S) Biology (BIO) Biology (BIO) B.S. Bioinformatics* Biomedical Sciences* Biotechnology* Cellular and Molecular Basis of Health and Disease* Clinical Laboratory Sciences* Business Administration (BSM) B. Enterprise Management* Entrepreneurship* Finance* Management* Marketing* Real Estate* Chemistry (A&S), B.S. Communication Studies (A&S) Film and Media Arts* Interpersonal and Public Comm.* Journalism and Mass Comm.* Computer Science (SCE), B.S. Bioinformatics (B.S. only)* Software Engineering (B.S. only)* Criminal Justice & Criminology (A&S) Dance (CON) B.F.A. Dental Hygiene (DEN) B.S.D.H. (Option for licensed dental hygienist is A.A.-B.S.D.H.) (Fall semester admission only; deadline is Feb. 1.) Economics (A&S) Education (EDU) Early Childhood Education Elementary Education Middle School Education Secondary Education Art* English* Foreign Languages* (French, German, Spanish) Mathematics* Natural Science* Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, Physics Social Science* Engineering (SCE) Civil Engineering B.S.Ci.E. Electrical and Comp. Eng. B.S.E.C.E. Mechanical Engineering B.S.M.E. English (A&S) Classical, Medieval and Early Modern Lit. ** Creative Writing* Language and Rhetoric** Environmental Sciences (A&S) B.S. Chemistry* Geosciences* Environmental Studies (A&S) Geographic Information System (A&S) Geography (A&S), B.S. Geology (A&S), B.S. Health Sciences (NHS) B.H.S. History (A&S) Information Technology (SCE) B.I.T. Jazz Studies (CON) B.M. Languages and Literatures (A&S) Classical Languages and Culture* French Language and Literature* German Language and Literature* Spanish Language and Literature* Liberal Arts (A&S) B.L.A. Black Studies* Mathematics and Statistics (A&S), B.S. Music (CON)*** (Supplemental application and audition required for all music degrees.) Music Therapy* (Application deadline is Dec. 1.) Music Composition (CON) B.M. Music Arranging* Music Education (CON) B.M.E. Instrumental* Choral* Music Performance (CON) B.M. Bassoon* Cello* Clarinet* Euphonium* Flute* Guitar* Horn* Jazz Studio-Music* Oboe* Organ* Percussion* Piano* Saxophone* String Bass* Trombone* Trumpet* Tuba* Viola* Violin* Voice* Music Theory (CON) B.M. Nursing (NHS) R.N.-B.S.N. Nursing (NHS) B.S.N. Philosophy (A&S) Physics (A&S) Physics (A&S) B.S. Astronomy* Political Science (A&S) Psychology (A&S) Sociology (A&S) Cultural Anthropology* Life Course* Urban Sociology* Studio Art (A&S) Theatre (A&S) Urban Planning and Design (A&S) Urban Studies (A&S) Graduate and Professional Degree Programs College of Arts and Sciences Art History Black Studies Chemistry (Fall semester priority application deadline is April 15. Spring semester deadline is Oct. 15.) Analytical Chemistry* Inorganic Chemistry* Organic Chemistry* Physical Chemistry* Polymer Chemistry* Criminal Justice and Criminology (Summer/fall semester application deadline is April 1. Spring semester deadline is Nov. 1.) Economics Applied Urban Economics* English Creative Writing* (Spring semester deadline is Sept. 15. Fall semester deadline is Jan. 15.) Creative Writing and Media Arts M.F. A. (Fall semester admission only. Deadline is Jan. 15.) Teaching of Writing Geosciences Environmental & Urban Geosciences Geographic Information System Waste Management History (Fall semester priority application deadline is March 15. Spring semester deadline is Oct. 1. Supplemental application required for all history majors.) Holocaust Studies Liberal Studies Medieval and Early Modern Studies (Fall semester priority deadline is March 1; final fall deadline is Aug. 1; spring semester deadline is Nov. 1.) Mathematics (Fall semester priority admission only. Application deadline is March 15.) Medieval and Early Modern Studies Philosophy Bioethics Physics Political Science Psychology Ph.D. (Fall semester admission only. Application deadline for the Ph.D. program is Jan. 15.) Romance Languages and Literature Social Work W. Sociology (Fall semester application deadline is March 1. Spring semester deadline is Nov. 1.) Gerontology Statistics Studio Art (Fall semester priority application deadline is March 1. Spring semester deadline is Oct. 1.) Theatre*** Theatre*** M.F.A. Acting and Directing: Acting* Design and Technology: Design* Design and Technology: Technology* (Separate admission application required; contact specific academic unit.) Henry W. Bloch School of Management (Fall semester priority deadline is Aug. 1. Spring deadline is Dec. 1. Summer deadline is May 1.) Accounting Business Administration M. Entrepreneurship* Finance* General Management* International Business* Leading and Managing People* Management of Information Systems* Marketing* Real Estate* Supply Chain and Operations Management* Finance Entrepreneurial Real Estate M.E.R.E. Entrepreneurship and Innovation Ph.D. Global Entrepreneurship and Innovation Nonprofit Management and Innovation Public Administration M.P.A. Health Services Administration* Nonprofit Management* Urban Administration* Urban Policy and Administration # The Architectural Studies sequence is a cooperative program with Kansas State University. Students enroll at UMKC in preparation for admission to KSU, where they may be awarded degrees in architecture, landscape architecture and interior architecture. * Emphasis areas within degree programs that appear on transcripts but not on diplomas. ** Concentrations within degree programs that do not appear on diploma or transcript. *** Separate or supplemental admission application required; contact specific academic unit. June

8 School of Biological Sciences Biology Cell and Molecular Biology Bioinformatics* Biochemistry* School of Computing and Engineering Computer Science Bioinformatics* Software Engineering* Network & Telecommunications* Civil Engineering Electrical Engineering Engineering and Construction Project Management Mechanical Engineering Conservatory of Music and Dance Artist Graduate Music (Supplemental application and audition for all music degrees required. Application deadline is Dec. 1.) Music Therapy* Music Composition M.M., D. Music Conducting M.M., D.M.A Music Education M.M.E. Choral* Instrumental* Musicology M.M. Music Performance M.M., D. or Bassoon* Cello* Clarinet* Euphonium* Flute* Guitar* Horn* Oboe* Organ* Percussion* Piano* Saxophone* String Bass* Trombone* Trumpet* Tuba* Viola* Violin* Voice* Woodwinds* M.M. or Music Theory M.M. School of Dentistry Dental Advanced Education in General Dentistry*** (Summer session admission only. Application deadline is Oct. 1.) Dental Hygiene Education Research* (Fall semester admission only. Application deadline is Feb. 1. Interview and supplemental application packet required.) Dentistry*** D.D.S. (Fall semester admission only. Application deadline is Oct. 1.) Endodontics*** (Summer session only. Application deadline is Aug. 1.) Oral and Craniofacial Sciences*** (Applications considered throughout calendar year. Graduate online application is required.) Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery*** (Summer session admission only. Application deadline is Oct. 1.) Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics*** (Summer session admission only. Application deadline is Sept. 1.) 8 Periodontics*** (Summer session admission only. Application deadline is Aug. 15.) School of Education Community College Leadership Counseling and Guidance, Ed.Sp. (Application deadline for the is March 1 and Sept. 1 for spring admission; rolling admission for Ed.Sp.), Ed.Sp. (Students wishing to pursue the general emphasis in the in Counseling and Guidance must be enrolled in the Counseling Psychology Ph.D. program.) Couples and Family Counseling* Mental Health Counseling*, Ed.Sp. Elementary School Counseling and Guidance* School Counseling and Guidance* School Counseling Ed.Sp. Substance Abuse Counseling* Ed.Sp. Counseling Psychology Ph.D. (Fall semester admission only. Application deadline is Jan 1.) Curriculum and Instruction Ed.Sp. Curriculum and Instruction Leadership* Curriculum and Instruction Early Childhood Education* Elementary Education* Multicultural Education* Subject Matter Specialty* Art** Foreign Language** Math** Physical Education** Science** Social Studies** Teaching* Teaching English as a Second Language* Education Ed.D. Pre K-12 Administration** Higher Education Administration** Educational Administration, Ed.Sp. Elementary School Admin.* Secondary School Admin.* Higher Ed. Admin.* Educational Foundations Health Professions Education Health Professions Education M.H.P.E. Language and Literacy, Ed.Sp. Reading Intervention Special Education School of Graduate Studies College Teaching and Career Preparation *** Interdisciplinary Leadership and Disability Studies *** Interdisciplinary Ph.D. Program*** Students select one primary discipline and one or more co-disciplines. Participating disciplines: Art History Biomedical and Health Informatics (co-discipline only) Cell Biology and Biophysics Chemistry Computer Science Curriculum and Instruction Economics Educational Leadership, Policy and Foundations Electrical and Computer Engineering Engineering English Entrepreneurship and Innovation Geosciences History Humanities Consortium (co-discipline only) Mathematics Molecular Biology and Biochemistry Music Education Oral and Craniofacial Sciences Pharmaceutical Sciences Pharmacology Physics Political Science (co-discipline only) Public Affairs and Administration (co-discipline only) Social Science Consortium (co-discipline only) Telecommunication and Computer Networking School of Law Juris Doctor*** J.D. Business and Entrepreneurial Law* Child and Family Law* International, Comparative and Foreign Law* Litigation* Urban, Land Use and Environmental Law* Law*** LL.M. Taxation*** LL.M. Urban Affairs*** LL.M. School of Medicine Anesthesia (Spring semester admission only. Application deadline is May 1. Additional application materials required.) Bioinformatics (Additional application materials required.) Clinical Research* Computational Bioinformatics* Genomics Bioinformatics* Clinical Research Medicine M.D. (Spring semester admission only. Application deadline is Aug.1. Additional application materials required.) Medicine Six-Year Program /M.D. (Fall semester admission only. Application deadline is Nov. 1. Additional application materials required.) Physician Assistant M. (Spring semester admission only. Additional application materials required.) School of Nursing and Health Studies Nursing N. Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner* Neonatal Nurse Practitioner* Nurse Educator* (Application deadline is Feb. 1 for summer or fall admission and Sept. 1 for spring.) Women s Health Practitioner* Nursing D.N.P. (Summer session admission only. Application deadline is Dec. 1.) Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner* Family Nurse Practitioner* Nurse Anesthesia* Pediatric Nurse Practitioner* Women s Health Practitioner* Nursing Ph.D. (Summer session admission ony. Application deadline is Feb. 1.) Nurse Educator Post Master s School of Pharmacy Pharmacy*** Pharm.D. (Fall semester admission only. Application deadline is Feb. 1; special application packet required.) Statement of human rights It is the policy of the University of Missouri-Kansas City, within support from the Board of Curators, to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunities to members of the university community. The University of Missouri- Kansas City is committed to maintaining a community that recognizes and values the inherent worth and dignity of every person, fostering tolerance, sensitivity, understanding, and mutual respect. In accordance with federal and state law and university policy, the University of Missouri-Kansas City prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, citizenship, or veteran status. The Division of Diversity, Access and Equity, 359 Administrative Center, 5115 Oak St., is responsible for all relevant programs. Please call for information or go to umkc.edu/diversity. People with speech or hearing impairments may contact the university by using Relay Missouri, (TTY). Students right to know In accordance with Public Law , UMKC reports 73 percent of its first-time full-time degree-seeking freshmen return the second year. The UMKC Police Department publishes an annual campus report on personal safety and crime statistics. The report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings owned or controlled by UMKC; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security, such as policies concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault and other matters. The report is available at the UMKC Police Department, 5005 Oak Street, or at umkc.edu/adminfinance/police. UMKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution. U ADM