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Universal Academy

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Universal Academy Photo #1 - UAIS is accredited by the Missouri Chapter of the National Federation of Non-Public School State Accrediting Associations.
Universal Academy is an accredited college preparatory institution. Our mission is to please Allah through the excellence of Islamic education.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 149 students
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Universal Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
149 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
91%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Universal Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
10 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Rita Shadeed
Application URL
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Universal Academy often compared to?
Universal Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Islamic School Of Greater Kansas City by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Universal Academy?
The acceptance rate of Universal Academy is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 85%.
When is the application deadline for Universal Academy?
The application deadline for Universal Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Universal Academy located?
Universal Academy is located in the Royal Oaks neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 149 students
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Kansas City, MO is $13,512 for elementary schools and $15,250 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Kansas City, MO is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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