Race & Ethnicity
University of Missouri-Kansas City has a diverse student body with 41% students of color and 3% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
University of Missouri-Kansas City offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
University of Missouri-Kansas City has a gender distribution of 59% female students and 41% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
26% of total enrollment
38% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
University of Missouri-Kansas City serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 40% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 9% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
40%
Traditional Age (18-21)
9%
Non-Traditional (25+)
36%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
University of Missouri-Kansas City attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 3% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 71% in-state residents, 27% out-of-state students, and 3% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
71% of student body
27% of student body
3% of student body
States Represented
34 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
41%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
59%
Female Students
Global Reach
3%
International
Age Diversity
9%
Non-Traditional Age