Biologia

Whatever your major, your professors bring their expertise and their professional connections to you ― giving you hands-on experience and networking opportunities.

Small class sizes create opportunities for mentorship. And from these relationships with faculty and staff, many students get involved in research and community service, which helps them get a head-start on building their portfolios and work experience.

UMKC is focused on your success as a student. That means we have several services and tools on campus to help you adjust to college life and do well in your classes. We're here to help you every step of the way.

We are the largest comprehensive, fully accredited university in the Kansas City area. Our faculty are leaders in their fields — and they're within reach. Our 14:1 student-to-faculty ratio means professors know their students' names and take mentorship seriously.

Our students come from all 50 states and 85+ countries, enriching our community with diverse perspectives. And with more than 125 academic areas, our students have a lot of opportunities to explore on their way to discovering and creating their perfect career.

We're at the heart of a thriving urban area, and the city's life and energy influence everything that happens here. We are Kansas City's university.