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About University of Missouri-Columbia

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University of Missouri-Columbia is a public research university in Columbia, MO, known for its public research university, health sciences focus, and accessible admissions. With an acceptance rate of 79%, University of Missouri is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 4,983 students each year. University of Missouri is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1150–1280, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. University of Missouri offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $8,438 per year; the sticker price of $47,628 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

University of Missouri-Columbia acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

79%
Overall Accept Rate
1215
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 1150 – 1280 (test optional)

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ACTScore range: 23 – 30

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to University of Missouri-Columbia

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Application Strategy
Mizzou admits the vast majority of applicants, so a solid GPA and a complete, accurate application are your strongest tools here. Make sure your transcript shows an upward trend or consistent performance in core academic subjects.
Test Score Strategy
Mizzou is test optional and your scores are below the 75th percentile, so consider leaving them off your application. Your GPA and activities can carry the application without a score that might work against you.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What University of Missouri-Columbia actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$48k/yr$13.8k
30k-48k~$48k/yr$13.4k
48k-75k~$48k/yr$13.7k
75k-110k~$48k/yr$19.8k
110k+~$48k/yr$26.3k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

76%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$53k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
18:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
22,230
Undergrad Enrollment
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