$11,008
$26,596
not including room and board
in-state out-of-state More Financial Details74%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 15,767 |
|---|---|
| Declined | + 5,340 |
| Total Received | 21,107 |
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| Name | Location |
|---|---|
| Maryville University of St. Louis | St. Louis, MO |
| Missouri Southern State University | Joplin, MO |
| Missouri State University | Springfield, MO |
| Washington University in St. Louis | St. Louis, MO |
| Truman State University | Kirksville, MO |
| Vanderbilt University | Nashville, TN |
| The University of Alabama | Tuscaloosa, AL |
| Saint Louis University | St. Louis, MO |
| University of Iowa | Iowa City, IA |
| Stanford University | Stanford, CA |
| SAT | 6875 |
|---|---|
| ACT | 2382 |
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The University of Missouri in Columbia, founded in 1839, is the state's flagship university, combining the resources of a comprehensive research institution and a state land-grant university. Its 1,262-acre campus is located in central Missouri about two hours from either Kansas City or St. Louis and 30 miles from Jefferson City.
| Public/private | Public |
|---|---|
| Campus Enrollment | 33,266 |
| Established in | 1839 |
| Coeducational | Coeducational College, Became Coeducational College |
| Accredited by |
• ABA (American Bar Association) • ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, Inc.) • ACEJMC (Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communication) • ADiA (American Dietetic Association) • AOTA (American Occupational Therapy Association) • APA (American Psychological Association) • APTA (American Physical Therapy Association) • ASHA (American Speech-Language-Hearing Association) • CAAHEP (Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs) • CCNE (Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education) • JRCERT (Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology) • JRCNMT (Joint Review Committee on Educational Programs in Nuclear Medicine Technology) • NAACLS (National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences) • NASM (National Association of Schools of Music) • NCACS (North Central Assn. of Colleges and Schools) • SAF (Society of American Foresters) • TEAC (Teacher Education Accreditation Council) |
1,262-acre campus in Columbia (population: 120,612), 125 miles from Kansas City and St. Louis. Served by air and bus; major airports serve Kansas City and St. Louis; train serves Jefferson City. Public transportation serves campus.
University of Missouri — Columbia
205 Jesse Hall
Columbia, MO 65211
| Application fee | $55 |
|---|---|
| Common application accepted | no |
| Application deadline |
May 1 (priority deadline) |
| School has early decision program | no |
| School has early action program | no |
| Admissions interview (required or recommended) |
Required of some |
| SAT/ACT requirements |
SAT or ACT Required |
74%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 15,767 |
|---|---|
| Declined | + 5,340 |
| Total Received | 21,107 |
Standardized test scores
Class rank
Secondary school record
Essay
Minority affiliation
Particular talent/ability
Recommendations
Volunteer Work
Work Experience
Alumni/ae relationship
Character/ personal qualities
Extracurricular activities
Geographical residence
Interview
Religious affiliation/commitment
State residency
Charles May
Director of Admissions
P: 800 225-6075 (in-state and in IL and KS)
F: 573 882-7887
mu4u@missouri.edu
| Tuition | $11,008 |
| Room & board | $10,808 |
| Books & supplies | $1,372 |
| Total | $23,188 |
|---|---|
| Average Financial Aid | - $15,239 |
| Total with Avg. Aid | $7,949 |
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Transfer applicants accepted
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Applicants accepted who enroll
| Minimum requirements | College GPA: 2.50 |
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| High school transcript | Recommended of Some |
| College transcript(s) | Required of All |
| Statement of good standing from prior institution(s) | Not Required/Recommended |
| Interview | Required of Some |
| Standardized test scores | Required of Some |
| Essay or personal statement | Not Required/Recommended |
Minimum transfers must complete
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Not Reported
100%
| Number of foreign countries represented by degree-seeking undergraduate non-resident aliens | 55 |
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| Countries most often represented |
China Indonesia Malaysia Saudi Arabia South Korea Thailand |
| Special services offered for international applicants |
ESL program/classes English lab Host family program International student center Other Special counselors/advisors Special orientation |
David Currey
Director of International Student and Scholar Services
573 882-6007
curreyd@missouri.edu
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