Quick Summary
Public land-grant research university in Columbia, United States — University of Missouri (Mizzou), est. 1839. Ranked #562 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 31320 students including 4.1% from outside United States. Known for strengths in Journalism, Agriculture and Forestry, Veterinary Science, it maintains an acceptance rate of 79%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Home to the world's first journalism school, high research output, and a member of the SEC for athletics.
Subject Strengths
JournalismAgriculture and ForestryVeterinary ScienceCommunication and Media Studies
Founded1839
TypePublic Land-grant Research University
Total Students31320
Intl Students4.1%
Faculty Ratio18
CampusUrban / Botanical Garden
Campus Size1,262 acres
Affiliated HospitalsMU Health Care, University Hospital, Women's and Children's Hospital
AccreditationHigher Learning Commission (HLC)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#562
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#401-500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#301-400
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
300
Programs
100
PhD Programs
150
Online Programs
Bond Life Sciences Center, Missouri Research Reactor (MURR), Dalton Cardiovascular Research Center
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate79%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL79
Min GPA3
GREOptional for most programs
GMATRequired for some Business programs
SATTest-Optional
ACTTest-Optional
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · December 1 (Priority), July 1 (Final)
SPRINGApplication Deadline · October 1
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on the 'Missouri Method' of hands-on learning in your essay; apply early for competitive departmental scholarships.
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Cost Ledger
Annual estimate
UG Tuition
$34,500/yr
per year · USD
Living Cost
$15,500/yr
per year · USD
PG Tuition
$28,000/yr
per year · USD
Application Fee
$55
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$50,055/yr
tuition + living + essentials · USD
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$8,500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from 300 programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Journalism | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Business Administration | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Nursing | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Engineering | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Animal Science | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$56,000
Average Salary After Graduation
95%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementHigh - Required or encouraged in most majors
Industry Connections
Strong links with major media outletsagricultural firmsand health systems
Notable Alumni
Brad Pitt, Sam Walton, Sheryl Crow, Jon Hamm
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Mizzou Arena, Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium, Mizzou Rec Center
Student Clubs
600
Library Resources
Ellis Library (over 3 million volumes), University of Missouri Digital Library
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available