Application Timeline

Spring Semester Admission

Oct. 1: Application deadline

International residents without an active visa

Jan. 1: Application deadline

U.S. citizen/permanent residents and active visa holders

January: Classes commence

Admitted students for the Spring Semester will begin classes in January.

Fall Semester Admission

June 1: Application deadline

International residents without an active visa

Aug. 1: Application deadline

U.S. citizen/permanent residents and active visa holders

August: Classes commence

Admitted students for the Fall Semester will begin classes in August.

Domestic Applicants and Active Visa Holders

Applicants and active visa holders must submit their UMKC General Application for Admission, including all materials, before the specified deadline corresponding to the semester they intend to commence their studies.

International Residents Without an Active Visa

International Applicants without an active visa must submit their UMKC General Application for Admission, including all materials, before the specified deadline corresponding to the semester they intend to commence their studies.

Please note: All supporting documents must be sent by the designated application date (this includes transcripts, test scores, goal statement, resume/CV, and letters of recommendation). Applications that are completed late will be reviewed on a space-available basis (may be deferred to the following semester) and incomplete applications will not be considered for admission.

Applicants offered admissions will be emailed the admissions decision. All decisions of the admissions committee are final.

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For additional information about this department and/or its programs, please email us or call 816-235-1828.