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Graduate Schools in Kansas City, Missouri

There are at least 14 colleges in the Kansas City area that have graduate programs. This includes graduate schools in cities surrounding Kansas City (Independence, Parkville). These schools offer Doctorate, Graduate Certificate and Master's degree programs. The specific degree types offered by each school are included below. Popular graduate degrees include Masters of Business Administration (MBA), Masters in Nursing (MSN), Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Doctor of Medicine (MD) and Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD).

Graduate schools in Kansas City offer the following graduate degree programs: business and management, computer science and engineering, design, education and teaching, family and social work, hospitality, medical administration, medicine, nursing and emergency medicine, security and law enforcement and therapy and counseling.

In addition, there are 7 business schools in the Kansas City area: DeVry University, DeVry University's Keller Graduate School of Management, National American University Campus, University of Phoenix, Avila University, Park University and Rockhurst University.

For more graduate school options, we have also compiled a list of all Graduate Schools in Missouri.

Graduate Schools in Kansas City

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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: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Design, Family And Social Work
  • Degrees/Course Work: Master

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

Offers MBA and Master's degree management programs. Located at several sites in the United States and Canada

  • Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Education And Teaching, Family And Social Work, Hospitality, Medical Administration, Security And Law Enforcement
  • Degrees/Course Work: Graduate Certificate, 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: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Education And Teaching, Family And Social Work, Medical Administration, Medicine, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
  • Degrees/Course Work: Doctorate, Master

National American University Campus
Independence, Missouri; 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: Business And Management
  • Degrees/Course Work: Master
(Offerings vary by location; please request additional info.)

Graduate Schools in Kansas City with Selective Admissions

These schools do not admit all qualified applicants.
Based on 2008-2009 information.

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

  • Programs: business management, education, psychology, counseling psychology, MIS.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Master's.
  • Student Body: 1,831 students, 1,496 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 352 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 505-530. Math: 480-533.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. 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: bible studies, Christian studies, pastoral counseling, theology, ministry, theology and religious vocations.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Master's.
  • Student Body: 313 students, 231 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 225 student capacity.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Member of a national athletic association.

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

  • Programs: osteopathic medicine, biomedical sciences, medical ethids.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Master's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 1,000 students, 60 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling.

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

  • Programs: ministry, religious education, theology, patient counseling, Biblical languages, theology and religious vocations, religious music.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Master's.
  • Student Body: 735 students, 468 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 196 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 659-661. Math: 589-591. Writing: 659-661.
  • 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, religious education, missionary studies, theology, theological and ministerial studies.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Master's.
  • Student Body: 293 students, 169 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. AP credits.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Park University
8700 NW River Park Dr
Parkville, Missouri 64152-3795

  • Programs: Several programs. Most popular include: business management, public administration, education, teacher education, art education, media studies, social service professions, community organization.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Master's.
  • Student Body: 13,259 students, 9,798 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 496 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 470-720. Math: 550-630.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

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

  • Programs: registered nursing.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Master's.
  • Student Body: 383 students, 289 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 120 student capacity.
  • Flexibility: AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. On-campus daycare. Study abroad option.

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

  • Programs: business management, education, physical therapy, speech pathology, occupational therapy.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Master's.
  • Student Body: 3,124 students, 2,318 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 949 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 500-610. Math: 500-660.
  • 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 Paul School of Theology
5123 E. Truman Rd
Kansas City, Missouri 64127

  • Programs: ministry, theology.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 303 students, 44 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 56 student capacity.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Remedial services.

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

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: law, business, dentistry, medicine, registered nursing, social work, pharmacy, curriculum and instruction.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Master's.
  • Student Body: 14,442 students, 9,006 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 883 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 530-650. Math: 520-680.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. 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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