collage2021 Spring Commencement Ceremonies
Kauffman Stadium
The University of Missouri-Kansas City is pleased to announce that in-person ceremonies honoring its 2020 and 2021 graduates will be hosted on Saturday, May 15, and Sunday, May 16, at Kauffman Stadium.
Saturday, May 15
Ceremony 1 – 10:00am
- College of Arts & Sciences
- Conservatory
- School of Education
Ceremony 2 – 2:00pm
- School of Biological and Chemical Sciences
- School of Dentistry
- School of Medicine
- School of Nursing and Health Studies
- School of Pharmacy
Sunday, May 16
Ceremony 3- 10:00am
- Henry W. Bloch School of Management
- School of Computing and Engineering
- School of Law
Ceremony 4 – 2:00pm
- Ceremony to celebrate our 2020 May and December graduates
The mission of the UMKC School of Medicine is to provide and foster excellence, innovation and scholarship in education, research and medical care.
As a student at the UMKC School of Medicine, you will learn in an environment that provides outstanding experiences and a campus culture and environment that promotes student engagement and community participation. The UMKC School of Medicine offers a number of innovative programs within a vibrant health science learning community.
Doctor of Medicine Programs
B.A./M.D. Program
M.D. Program – Kansas City
M.D. Program – St. Joseph
Middle/High School Programs
Saturday Academy
Summer Scholars Program
Master’s Programs
Anesthesia
Bioinformatics
Physician Assistant
Health Professions Education
Resources
Office of Student Affairs
Financial Literacy
Office of Student Financial Aid & Scholarships
About UMKC
Additional Graduate Programs
Graduate Certificate in Clinical Research
Graduate Certificate in Health Professions Education
Interdisciplinary Ph.D.
EMS Programs
Paramedic
Emergency Medical Technician
Umkc Medical Programs
B.A./M.D. Program, Fall 2022: The General Application for Admission and the School of Medicine Supplemental Applications are now open. Both applications are due November 1, 2021. Applicants are notified of interview offers by the end of January and final decisions are sent by April 1st.
M.D. Program, Spring 2022: The application for the M.D. program is currently closed. The deadline to apply was August 1, 2021 (AMCAS verification by September 1, 2021). Interviews are typically held in October, and offers of admission communicated in late October.
Graduate Health Professions
Master of Science in Anesthesia Program, Spring 2022: The MSA program application is currently closed. The deadline to apply is August 15, 2021 (CASAA must also be verified by the deadline). Interviews are typically held in early October, and offers of admission are communicated in October..
Master of Medical Science Physician Assistant Program, Spring 2022: The MMSPA program application is currently closed. The deadline to apply was August 1, 2021 (CASPA must also be verified by the deadline). Interviews are typically held in late September, and offers of admission are communicated in early October.
Clinical Research and Bioinformatics
Master of Science in Bioinformatics Program, Spring 2022: Students interested in the MSB program can APPLY NOW. The priority deadline for Spring 2022 is January 1, 2022.
Graduate Certificate in Clinical Research,Spring 2022:Students interested in the MSB program canAPPLY NOW. The priority deadline for Spring 2022 is January 1, 2022.
Interdisciplinary Ph.D. Primary Discipline in Bioinformatics, Fall 2022: The application deadline for those interested in pursuing the Primary Discipline in Bioinformatics through the interdisciplinary Ph.D. at UMKC is April 1, 2022. Applicants will be notified of their admission decision for the Primary Discipline by early May, beginning coursework in August.
Interdisciplinary Ph.D. Co-Discipline in Bioinformatics, Spring 2022: Students interested in the co-discipline can APPLY NOW. The priority deadline for spring 2021 is December 15, 2021 (international applicants) or January 15, 2022 (U.S. citizen or permanent resident applicants). Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Please consult the School of Graduate Studies website by clicking here to learn more about primary and co-discipline deadlines, and please make note of application deadlines for both primary and co-disciplines.
Health Professions Education
Master of Health Professions Education Program, Spring 2022: Students interested in the Master of Health Professions Education can APPLY NOW. The priority deadline is December 15, 2021 (international applicants) or January 15, 2022 (U.S. citizen or permanent resident applicants). Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Graduate Certificate in Health Professions Education, Spring 2022: Students interested in the Master of Health Professions Education can APPLY NOW. The priority deadline is December 15, 2021 (international applicants) or January 15, 2022 (U.S. citizen or permanent resident applicants). Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Why UMKC?
UMKC Hospital Hill Campus
Surrounded by hospitals, the UMKC Hospital Hill campus is home to the universities health science schools. In addition to the School of Medicine, the schools of Nursing, Dentistry, and Pharmacy are also located on this campus. The majority of Year 3 through 6 medical student’s courses and training are offered at this campus. The School’s master and certificate programs classes are held at the School of Medicine. The Hospital Hill campus also houses a Health Science library, university bookstore, and the Youngblood Skills Lab. Beginning Fall 2014, the Hospital Hill campus will also offer university housing at this campus. Located in the heart of the city, it is next to Crown Center and minutes from Downtown and the Country Club Plaza.
UMKC Volker Campus
Located four miles south of the Health Sciences Hospital Hill Campus, the Volker Campus offers a collegiate, urban setting in the midst of the city. Students in the B.A./M.D. program spend the majority of the first two years on this campus, while students in graduate and professional program may only visit this campus to access various student services such as the Student Union or the Student Success Center. Volker Campus is a short walk to the Country Club Plaza shopping area, a six-minute drive to historic Westport and 12 minutes from the Crossroads Arts Districts.
Kansas City, Missouri
Second only to Rome, Italy in the number of fountains erected, Kansas City is known as the City of Fountains. With more than 200 fountains, these beautiful pieces contribute to the cultural and arts atmosphere the city provides. Kansas City has also made great contributions to the world of jazz and the fantastic cuisine of barbecue. By joining the UMKC School of Medicine, you will become a member of the greater Kansas City community and enjoy the benefits our community has to offer—great cultural events, concerts, food, sports teams, shopping and nightlife. Whether for a prospective student visit or an interview day, we encourage you to schedule some time to explore the city that may become your home. We look forward to welcoming you to Kansas City.
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