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University of Missouri-Columbia

Columbia, Missouri · Public

$20k/yearCost after aid

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About

University of Missouri-Columbia is located in Columbia, Missouri. It is a public institution. The university enrolls approximately 23,118 students.

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Cost and aid

True cost

$20kper year

Compared to $17k national average

Cost breakdown

In-state tuition$14,130
Out-of-state tuition$34,338
Room & board$13,550
Avg aid package$11,824
Students receiving aid78%
Pell grant recipients20%
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Admissions

Test scores

SAT · middle 50%1150–1330
4001600
ACT · middle 50%23–29
136

Application info

Acceptance rate77%
Average GPA3.60
Student–faculty ratio17:1
Test optionalYes
Common AppYes

Application dates

PriorityFeb 1
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Academics

Graduation rate76%
Retention rate91%
Student–faculty ratio17:1
Full-time faculty77%

Outcomes

Median earnings (10 yrs)$63,403
Avg starting salary$69,000
Job placement rate95%
Earn more than HS grad82%
Loan default (3 yr)3%
Loan repayment (3 yr)70%

Student life

Demographics

Large School
23,118Student size

Compared to 5,382 national average

More femaleGender ratio
Female 55%Male 45%
80% WhiteRacial diversity
White 80%Hispanic 6%Black 5%Asian 3%Other 7%
Greek lifeYes
Campus housingYes

About University of Missouri-Columbia

Mizzou prioritizes safety with 24-hour security patrols, emergency phones, and escort services.

Endowment$1,358,166,509
Avg faculty salary$136,476

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