Located just 15 miles from downtown Kansas City, you will find the academic rigor of a national liberal arts college, a diverse community of learners and caring professors. Deeply committed to the liberal arts, William Jewell College emphasizes critical thinking, research, experiential learning and leadership, which graduate schools and employers say give our alumni a competitive edge. With an 11:1 student to faculty ratio, you will receive individual attention from those who truly care about your personal growth. Your Jewell journey can take you anywhere you want to go and will prepare you for any path you choose.