Columbia,
MO
About University of Missouri
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University of Missouri is a public, state school in the suburb of Columbia, Missouri. University of Missouri was founded in 1839. The college currently enrolls around 31,413 students per year, including 23,706 undergrad students.
University of Missouri Acceptance Rate
It is moderately difficult to get into University of Missouri. The acceptance rate at University of Missouri is 77%. Out of 19,966 applications received in 2022, 15,283 students were offered admission.
| University of Missouri Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 77% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Test Optional | Yes |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 7% |
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University of Missouri is locatedin the town of Columbia, Missouri,.
If you would like to see University of Missouri for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 70, Highway 63 to Columbia, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Columbia Regional.
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College Info
University of Missouri Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Continuous processing
Transfer Applications are Due
Continuous processing
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to University of Missouri is Continuous processing.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to University of Missouri is Continuous processing.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
University of Missouri ACT Scores
ACT Range
23 - 30
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score
ACT Score
Estimated Chance
30 and Above
23 to 30
23 and Less
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University of Missouri SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
Not available
Math SAT Range
560 - 670
Reading SAT Range
570 - 680
University of Missouri Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$22,252
In State$40,315
Out-of-StateStudent Life
Wondering what life at University of Missouri is like? There are approximately 31,412 students enrolled at University of Missouri, including 23,706 undergraduate students and 7,706 graduate students. 92% percent of students attend school full-time, 80% percent are from MO and 20% percent of students are from other states.
92%
Full Time8%
Part Time80%
In State20%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
31,412
Campus Setting
Suburban
Acceptance Rate
77%
Tuition and Fees
In State
$10,424
Out-of-State
$28,487
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Continuous processing
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