International Students

KCAI welcomes students from around the world. We typically have students studying here from a dozen or more foreign countries. Check us out. We just might be the perfect fit for you.

Chinese students: Explore what KCAI has to offer in your native language.

欢迎中国学生们用中文来探索堪萨斯城艺术学院所提供的个项艺术课程资料.

Application Requirements

Students who are not U.S. citizens but who wish to apply for admission to KCAI should follow the same application procedures outlined for domestic students. See Application & Key Dates for Application deadlines and basic requirements.

Additional Requirements for International Students

International students must provide proof of ability to support themselves from their own resources while attending KCAI. Because United States federal government loans and grants are limited to U.S. citizens and permanent residents, international applicants will also need to submit financial documentation for one year's tuition, fees, room and board, and living expenses.

See additional International application requirements.
Immigration forms needed to obtain a student visa will be completed by the international student advisor of the KCAI Admissions Office after the student has been accepted formally and financial documentation has been received.

See more information about acquiring a Student Visa.

International students whose primary language is other than English should consult the liberal arts and sciences requirements for language requirements. For more information call the admissions office at 800-522-5224.

Download KCAI's application for admissions

Ready to apply? Download the application for the Bachelor of Fine Arts program (includes instructions and two letter of recommendation forms) or apply online.

Deadlines

Portfolios consisting of CDs, DVDs, photographs or slides are required for all admissions applications.

Feb. 1: Freshman first scholarship postmark deadline

March 1: Transfer applicant first scholarship postmark deadline
Freshman second scholarship postmark deadline

April 1: Transfer applicant second scholarship postmark deadline
Freshman third scholarship postmark deadline

Note: Applications will be accepted after all deadlines. Applicants will be accepted and awards granted on a space-available basis.

Notification

Applicants are notified of the decision as soon as action is taken. Accepted students who plan to enroll at KCAI for the fall or spring term are required to make a $200 deposit. This deposit is refundable until May 1, based upon the National Association for College Admission Counseling Statement of Principles of Good Practices.

International Exchange Program

If you attend a school with which the Kansas City Art Institute has an Exchange Agreement, you may apply to spend one semester at KCAI. In order to apply for a semester exchange, please contact your school’s Exchange Officer who will assist you in applying for the exchange program.

See more information about exchange schools and other information.