Best colleges in Kansas City

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Kansas City's higher education serves up a blend of new and traditional experiences

Kansas City's higher education serves up a blend of new and traditional experiences Missouri colleges are some of the best kept secrets from out-of-state students. But those who were fortunate enough to grow up in Kansas City are well aware of the incredible educational opportunities right in town. Also home to some great eats, Kansas City is known for inventing the delicious barbecue blend of tomato sauce and molasses. Sound strange? That's because you haven't tried it yet. Once you do, you'll claim Kansas City residency for life.

When you're ready to unwind, have a night out on the town at the Power and Light District, the premier entertainment, shopping, and upscale dining found in the heart of downtown Kansas City. Sit back and relax with a rack of ribs at Oklahoma Joe's Barbecue, rated a top pick by Kansas City visitors or pour a glass of Merlot at Pirtle Winery, the perfect atmosphere after a week of the college grind. When you're ready for sights, step into the past at the National World War 1 Museum at Liberty Memorial or spend some time gnawing on a turkey leg at the Renaissance Festival. Kansas City is waiting to bring new friends, experiences and educational opportunities into your life. Will you make the move?

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Best Four Year Universities in Kansas City

William Jewell College offers 48 degree programs. It's a very small, private not-for-profit, four-year university in a large suburb. In 2023, 198 students graduated with students earning 181 Bachelor's degrees, 11 Master's degrees, and 6 Certificates.

Rockhurst University
Kansas City, MO

Rockhurst University offers 104 degree programs. It's a small, private not-for-profit, four-year university in a large city. In 2023, 813 students graduated with students earning 443 Bachelor's degrees, 237 Master's degrees, 64 Doctoral degrees, 47 Certificates, and 22 Associate's degrees.

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Kansas City Art Institute
Kansas City, MO

Kansas City Art Institute offers 13 degree programs. It's a very small, private not-for-profit, four-year university in a large city. In 2023, 132 students graduated with students earning 132 Bachelor's degrees.

University of Missouri-Kansas City offers 180 degree programs. It's a large, public, four-year university in a large city. In 2023, 3,790 students graduated with students earning 1,578 Bachelor's degrees, 1,496 Master's degrees, 616 Doctoral degrees, and 100 Certificates.

Avila University
Kansas City, MO

Avila University offers 51 degree programs. It's a small, private not-for-profit, four-year university in a large city. In 2023, 348 students graduated with students earning 216 Bachelor's degrees, 105 Master's degrees, and 27 Certificates.

Calvary University
Kansas City, MO

Calvary University offers 59 degree programs. It's a very small, private not-for-profit, four-year university in a large city. In 2023, 71 students graduated with students earning 43 Bachelor's degrees, 22 Master's degrees, and 6 Associate's degrees.

University of Saint Mary
Leavenworth, KS

University of Saint Mary offers 41 degree programs. It's a small, private not-for-profit, four-year university in a outlying town. In 2023, 292 students graduated with students earning 157 Bachelor's degrees, 93 Master's degrees, 41 Doctoral degrees, and 1 Associate's degree.

Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary offers 63 degree programs. It's a small, private not-for-profit, four-year university in a large city. In 2023, 616 students graduated with students earning 365 Master's degrees, 146 Doctoral degrees, 97 Bachelor's degrees, 4 Associate's degrees, and 4 Certificates.

Donnelly College
Kansas City, KS

Donnelly College offers 8 degree programs. It's a very small, private not-for-profit, four-year university in a midsize city. In 2023, 119 students graduated with students earning 65 Associate's degrees, 46 Certificates, and 8 Bachelor's degrees.

Cleveland University-Kansas City offers 9 degree programs. It's a very small, private not-for-profit, four-year university in a midsize city. In 2023, 178 students graduated with students earning 110 Doctoral degrees, 43 Bachelor's degrees, and 25 Associate's degrees.

Best Community Colleges in Kansas City

WellSpring School of Allied Health-Kansas City offers 4 degree programs. It's a very small, private for-profit, two-year college in a large city. In 2023, 122 students graduated with students earning 109 Certificates, and 13 Associate's degrees.

Kansas City Kansas Community College offers 66 degree programs. It's a small, public, two-year college in a midsize city. In 2023, 817 students graduated with students earning 540 Associate's degrees, and 277 Certificates.

Johnson County Community College offers 101 degree programs. It's a large, public, two-year college in a midsize city. In 2023, 2,008 students graduated with students earning 1,688 Associate's degrees, and 320 Certificates.

Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City offers 78 degree programs. It's a large, public, two-year college in a large city. In 2023, 3,121 students graduated with students earning 1,785 Associate's degrees, and 1,336 Certificates.

List of all colleges in Kansas City

School Average Tuition Student Teacher Ratio Enrolled Students
William Jewell College Logo William Jewell College Liberty, MO
4/5
12 : 1 886
Rockhurst University Logo Rockhurst University Kansas City, MO
5/5
24 : 1 3,496
Kansas City Art Institute Logo Kansas City Art Institute Kansas City, MO
5/5
13 : 1 789
University of Missouri-Kansas City Logo University of Missouri-Kansas City Kansas City, MO
3/5
27 : 1 15,277
Avila University Logo Avila University Kansas City, MO
5/5
30 : 1 1,733