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Kansas City Art Institute

Kansas City, Missouri Β· City: LargeOfficial Website β†—

#1858
Nationally
#38
In Missouri
60%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 70%
$42,000
Annual Tuition
per year
65%
6-Year Grad Rate
Nat'l avg 63%
789
Undergrad Enrollment
Under 1,000
Overall Score & Rankings
51/100
Good
#1858 nationally
#38 in Missouri
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes65
πŸ’°Affordability52
🎯Selectivity29
πŸ“šAcademic Environment50
πŸ”¬Program Breadth53

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

Kansas City Art Institute is a private nonprofit four-year university located in Kansas City, Missouri. With 789 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 60%, the institution is considered moderately selective. Annual tuition is $42,000, above average for private colleges. Families earning under $30,000 a year pay an average net price of $24,038 after grants and scholarships β€” reflecting aid availability at the institution. The six-year graduation rate is 65%, which is good compared to the national average of 63%.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate60%↑ Above avg
National avg: 70%
1,097
Applied
662
Admitted
240
Enrolled
Cost & Financial Aid
Annual Tuition$42,000/yr
Room & Board$13,700/yr
Total Cost of Attendance$57,250/yr
Tuition vs National Avg$42,000↓ Below avg
National avg: $38,768
Net Price After Aid by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants & scholarships, by family income

$0 – $30,000$24,038
$30,001 – $48,000$26,280
$48,001 – $75,000$29,534
$75,001 – $110,000$30,538
Over $110,000$31,631
Graduation Outcomes
6-Year Graduation Rate65%↑ Above avg
National avg: 63%

The six-year graduation rate measures students who earn their degree within 150% of normal time (6 years for a 4-year program). It is the federal standard for comparing outcomes across institutions.

Student Body
789
Total Undergrads
79% F / 21% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 62%
Hispanic 15%
Black 8%
Asian 4%
Two or more 8%
International 1%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Small campus environment (789 students) β€” more personal attention and close-knit community
Consider
  • Β·Net price for families earning under $30K is $24,038/yr β€” explore all aid options before applying
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students who prefer smaller class sizes and closer faculty relationships.

Institution Profile
Type4-year
ControlPrivate Nonprofit
LocationKansas City, Missouri
SettingCity: Large
SizeUnder 1,000
Affordability Spotlight
$24,038
avg net price/yr for families earning under $30K

Net price is what you actually pay after grants and scholarships β€” not the sticker price. File the FAFSA every year to maximize your aid package.

State Ranking
#38
in Missouri out of 7+ colleges
#1858
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.