Campus Vibe
Known for biology — close-knit campus
Cleveland University-Kansas City is a private institution in Overland Park with particular strength in biology and health sciences.
A small campus of 79 undergraduates with a 5:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
33% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $52,304 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $33,243.
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News & Alerts
Cleveland University-Kansas City Launches New Data Science Minor
Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.
Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27
The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.
Admissions
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
8.9%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$9,500
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
0
Peer Average
3
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Programs (11)
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
50%
- •50% first-year retention rate
- •Active student organizations
- •Engaged campus community
Mental Health Services
Counselor Ratio
1:350
24/7 Crisis Line
Yes
Free Sessions
12 per year
Avg Wait
5 days
Walk-in hours available weekdays
Disability Services
ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements
Dining
Rating
★★★★☆
Score
4/5
Meal Plan
$6,200/yr
Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
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History & Fun Facts
- •History Cleveland University-Kansas City was founded in 1922 as the Central College of Chiropractic.
- •The founders of the school were one of the first families of chiropractic, C.
- •After two years Central College of Chiropractic was renamed Cleveland Chiropractic College.
- •In 1951 the college absorbed Ratledge System of Chiropractic Schools located in Los Angeles.
- •In 1955 the school was rechartered as Cleveland Chiropractic College of Los Angeles.
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Housing and food costs are higher than national average