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Colleges in Kansas City

There are at least 31 colleges in Kansas City, listed and descibed below. These schools represent 34,031 or more students (full-time and part-time), a combined student body equivalent to 24,464 full-time students, and a reported 3,311 dorm rooms.

(Please also check for colleges in the nearby cities and towns, shown at the left.)

The largest schools here include University of Missouri - Kansas City, Penn Valley Community College, Maple Woods Community College and Rockhurst University.

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Kansas City QuickSchools™

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DeVry University
Kansas City, Missouri

Started in 1931, DeVry has grown into one of the largest private universities in the U.S., with locations in many major metro areas.

  • Programs: e-Business/ e-Commerce, Information Technology, Management and Administration
  • Degrees/Course Work: Bachelor

DeVry University
Kansas City, Missouri

Started in 1931, DeVry has grown into one of the largest private universities in the U.S., with locations in many major metro areas.

  • Programs: Computer Networking, e-Business/ e-Commerce, Engineering Design, HVAC Electrical Construction, Information Technology, Management and Administration, Multimedia and Web Design, Technologies
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor

High-Tech Institute
Kansas City, Missouri

Offers degree and certificate programs in technology, health care, criminal justice, visual communication, veterinary technology, and business. Located at ten campuses throughout the U.S.

  • Programs: Criminal Justice, Health and Human Services, Medical and Dental Administration, Medical Assisting and Nursing
  • Degrees/Course Work: Diploma

ITT Technical Institute
Kansas City, Missouri

With over 90 campuses in 34 states nationwide and online programs offered as well, the ITT Technical Institutes may have a program that is convenient for you. ITT Tech is dedicated to teaching technology.

  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Diploma

Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University
Kansas City, Missouri

  • Programs: Accounting, Computer Networking, e-Business/ e-Commerce, Finance, Information Technology, Management and Administration, Marketing, Medical and Dental Administration, Public, Technologies
  • Degrees/Course Work: Certificate, Master

National American University Campus
Kansas City, Missouri

Offers degree programs in business, health care, information technology, and much more. Located at twelve campuses throughout the Central U.S.

  • Programs: History, Information Technology, Management and Administration, Medical and Dental Administration, Medical Assisting and Nursing, Paralegal
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Master

University of Phoenix
Kansas City, Missouri

Founded in 1976, University of Phoenix is dedicated to meeting the needs of working students. Now the largest private university in North America, we offer conveniently located campuses and learning centers as well as a flexible online learning format.

  • Programs: Accounting, Administration, Communication, Criminal Justice, e-Business/ e-Commerce, Engineering Design, Family and Consumer, Finance, Graphic Design, Health and Human Services, Information Technology, International, Management and Administration, Marketing, Medical and Dental Administration, Multimedia and Web Design, Photography and photo journalism, Psychology, Teaching, Technologies, Visual Arts
  • Degrees/Course Work: Bachelor, Master

Vatterott College
Kansas City, Missouri

Offers diploma and degree programs in health care, business, computer science, and technical fields. Located in several campus locations across the Midwest

  • Programs: Computer Aided Design (CAD), Computer Networking, HVAC Electrical Construction, Information Technology, Management and Administration, Medical and Dental Administration, Medical Assisting and Nursing, Science Technologies
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Diploma

Kansas City Open Admission Colleges

Schools open to most or all qualified applicants (qualifications vary).
Based on 2005 information.

Aviation Institute of Maintenance - Kansas City
3130 Terrace St
Kansas City, Missouri 64111

  • Programs: aircraft powerplant tech.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
  • Student Body: 148 students, 148 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Business & Technology College
6899 Executive Dr
Kansas City, Missouri 64120-2429

  • Programs: Several programs. Most popular include: industrial production tech, computer applications programming, drafting, electronics tech, liberal arts and sciences, environmental engineering tech, machine shop assistant, management science.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 602 students, 280 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Remedial services.

House of Heavilin Beauty College
5720 Troost
Kansas City, Missouri 64110-2826

  • Programs: cosmetology, cosmetoloty instructor.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 65 students, 65 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Maple Woods Community College
2601 NE Barry Rd
Kansas City, Missouri 64156

  • Programs: Several programs. Most popular include: liberal arts and sciences, veterinary assistant, computer applications programming, accounting technology, business management, sign language translation, office management, computer support.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 4,442 students, 2,698 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services. Member of a national athletic association.

Penn Valley Community College
3201 SW Trafficway
Kansas City, Missouri 64111-2429

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: liberal arts and sciences, registered nursing, licensed practical nurse, child care provider, legal assistant, commercial art, dental assistant, medical records tech.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 4,827 students, 2,588 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services. Member of a national athletic association.

Colleges With Selective Admissions

These schools do not admit all qualified applicants.
Based on 2005 information.

Avila University
11901 Wornall Rd
Kansas City, Missouri 64145-1698

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, education, business, psychology, counseling psychology, radiation therapist, various nursing, communication studies.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's.
  • Student Body: 1,697 students, 1,411 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 241 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 440-610. Math: 455-610.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. On-campus daycare. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary
15800 Calvary Road
Kansas City, Missouri 64147-1341

  • Programs: Several programs. Most popular include: bible studies, pastoral counseling, human resources management, theology and religious vocations, elementary school teaching, religious education, secondary teaching, music teaching.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 348 students, 286 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 275 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 440-670. Math: 260-570.
  • Flexibility: Weekend classes available. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Remedial services. Member of a national athletic association.

Cleveland Chiropractic College
6401 Rockhill Rd
Kansas City, Missouri 64131

  • Programs: chiropractic, biology.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Associate's. Bachelor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 490 students, 475 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Flexibility: Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Concorde Career Institute
3239 Broadway
Kansas City, Missouri 64111

  • Programs: medical assistant, dental assistant, health and medical administrative, respiratory care tech, licensed practical nurse.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 524 students, 524 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Kansas City Art Institute
4415 Warwick Blvd
Kansas City, Missouri 64111-1874

  • Programs: Several programs. Most popular include: painting, design and visual communication, art history and criticism, textile arts, sculpture, printmaking, ceramics, illustration.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's.
  • Student Body: 613 students, 588 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 200 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 490-630. Math: 460-590.
  • Flexibility: Credit for experience. AP credits.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Remedial services. Study abroad option.

Kansas City College
800 E 101st Terrace, Suite 100
Kansas City, Missouri 64131

  • Programs: legal assistant, court reporting.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Associate's. Bachelor's.
  • Student Body: 166 students, 166 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Flexibility: Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Placement assistance.

Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences
1750 Independence Ave
Kansas City, Missouri 64106-1453

  • Programs: osteopathic medicine.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Master's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 958 students, 958 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling.

Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
5001 N. Oak Trafficway
Kansas City, Missouri 64118-4697

  • Programs: ministry, theology, religious education, theological and ministerial studies, pastoral counseling, Biblical languages, theology and religious vocations, religious music.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree. Other degree.
  • Student Body: 645 students, 467 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 149 student capacity.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Nazarene Theological Seminary
1700 E Meyer Blvd
Kansas City, Missouri 64131-1246

  • Programs: ministry, theological and ministerial studies, missionary studies, religious education, theology.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 326 students, 268 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. AP credits.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Pinnacle Career Institute
1001 E. 101st Terrace, Suite 325
Kansas City, Missouri 64131-3367

  • Programs: medical assistant, electronics tech, computer programming, massage therapy.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 146 students, 146 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Research College of Nursing
2525 E. Meyer Boulevard
Kansas City, Missouri 64132-1199

  • Programs: registered nursing.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's.
  • Student Body: 287 students, 264 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 106 student capacity.
  • Flexibility: AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. On-campus daycare. Study abroad option.

Research Medical Center School of Nuclear Medical Technology
2316 E Meyer Blvd
Kansas City, Missouri 64132

  • Programs: nuclear medical tech.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
  • Student Body: 5 students, 5 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 89 student capacity.
  • Notable: On-campus daycare.

Research Medical Center School of Radiologic Technology
2316 E Meyer Blvd
Kansas City, Missouri 64132

  • Programs: radiation therapist.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
  • Student Body: 25 students, 25 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 89 student capacity.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Notable: Career counseling. On-campus daycare.

Rockhurst University
1100 Rockhurst Rd
Kansas City, Missouri 64110-2561

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, registered nursing, education, psychology, finance, marketing, speech pathology, political science.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's.
  • Student Body: 2,944 students, 2,109 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 790 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 530-640. Math: 530-640.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Saint Lukes College
8320 Ward Parkway Suite300
Kansas City, Missouri 64114

  • Programs: registered nursing.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's.
  • Student Body: 112 students, 104 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Saint Paul School of Theology
5123 Truman Rd
Kansas City, Missouri 64127

  • Programs: theology.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 315 students, 229 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 72 student capacity.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Remedial services.

Truman Medical Center School for Nurse Anesthesia
2301 Holmes St
Kansas City, Missouri 64108

  • Programs: nurse anesthetist.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
  • Student Body: 36 students, 36 full-time equivalent.

University of Missouri - Kansas City
5100 Rockhill Rd
Kansas City, Missouri 64110

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: liberal arts and sciences, business, law, registered nursing, computer and info science, psychology, medicine, curriculum and instruction.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 14,310 students, 10,624 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 1,300 student capacity.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

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Colleges in Nearby Cities and Towns

(Student count includes part-time and full-time; not all students live in the city or town. Data as of 2005.)

City/TownCollegesPop.
(2000)
StudentsDorms
Gladstone Colleges126,36576 
Independence Colleges3113,2882,840 
Liberty Colleges126,2321,566895
North Kansas City Colleges14,714  
Parkville Colleges14,05913,253225
Raytown Colleges130,38813 

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