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Kansas City Art Institute

Kansas City, MO

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Private

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4 Year

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Website

The Kansas City Art Institute (KCAI) is a private, independent college of art and design located in Kansas City, Missouri. Renowned for its rigorous and innovative programs, KCAI has been a crucial part of the cultural fabric of the city for over a century.
738
Students
57%
Acceptance Rate
Undergrads
738
Classification
4 Year
Type
Private, Non-Profit
Religious Affiliation
None
Website
kcai.edu
Offering a diverse range of majors and minors, KCAI provides students with a comprehensive education that combines traditional techniques with cutting-edge practices. The campus, nestled in the vibrant heart of Kansas City's arts district, fosters a collaborative and inspiring environment for both students and faculty. Students benefit from a highly personalized learning experience, guided by a dedicated faculty of professional artists and designers. The community is enriched through numerous exhibitions, lectures, and community partnerships, making KCAI not just a place of learning, but a cornerstone of the local art scene.

Admissions

Do you have the credentials necessary to get into Kansas City Art Institute?

57% acceptance rate
Somewhat Selective
Admission Standards
Grades & Testing
Average SAT score
Unknown
Testing
Test Blind
Average High School GPA
3.31
Application Deadlines
Regular Application Deadline
February 1
Early Decision / Early Action?
No

The most important factors Kansas City Art Institute considers when admitting students are:

  • •Academic GPA
  • •Application Essay
  • •First Generation

Financials

See what it costs to attend Kansas City Art Institute.

$ 60,050
Overall list price
$ 30,142
Average net price
$ 36,529
Merit Price™
Very Generous
Merit Meter™

Social & Lifestyle

What's it like attending Kansas City Art Institute?

Urban
Campus Setting
Republican
State vote for president
Weather
Sunny days
Sunny

Academics

What to expect in the classroom at Kansas City Art Institute.

10:1
Student to faculty ratio
57%
6-year grad rate

The most popular majors at Kansas City Art are:

  • Illustration
  • Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects
  • Painting

Demographics

Who attends Kansas City Art Institute?

38
States represented
11
Countries represented
No
State DEI laws
Student Body
Students
738
Women
78%
Men
22%

Housing

What's it like living at Kansas City Art Institute?

$12,900
Room & Board
0.3
Housing units / student
29
%
Students on campus

FAQs

What GPA is needed to get into Kansas City Art Institute?

The average GPA of the most recently accepted class was 3.31.

How much does Kansas City Art Institute cost?

For the most recent year, it cost $60,050 to attend Kansas City Art.

How many people attend Kansas City Art Institute?

738 people attend Kansas City Art. 738 are undergraduate students and 0 are graduate students.

Where is Kansas City Art Institute located?

Kansas City Art Institute is located in Kansas City, Missouri. It is in an Urban environment.

Can I get into Kansas City Art Institute with a 3.5 GPA?

In the most recent class of admissions, 48% of students submitted a 3.5 GPA or higher.

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