University of Missouri at Columbia School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
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$9,330
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$27,612
Avg out-of-state tuition
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About University of Missouri at Columbia
The University of Missouri at Columbia is a large public university located on an urban campus in Columbia, Missouri. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 31,089, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 82%. The university offers 93 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 73%, and a student-faculty ratio of 18:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $9,330, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $27,612.
$9,330
Avg in-state tuition
$27,612
Avg out-of-state tuition
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- #4 Ranked in 2022 Best Online Colleges in Missouri
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Admissions Breakdown
This school has a high acceptance rate.
This school accepts students at a higher rate than other schools. High acceptance schools welcome 51-100% of all applicants.
Acceptance Rate Insight
82% of students were accepted during the 2020-2021 school year. Sometimes schools with midrange acceptance rates have higher standards of entry but are still accessible to many students who apply.
Students remain enrolled in this school at a higher rate than other schools.
This typically means students are happy with their school selection and wish to continue their education there.
Learn more about how we determine school awardsRetention Rate Insight
89% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2019 and returned in Fall 2020.
Graduation Rate Insight
73% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2014. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Test scores Required
High school rank Recommended
High school GPA Recommended
Completion of college prep program Required
High school transcript Required
Letter of recommendation Not required or recommended
Open admission No
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL) Required
SAT & ACT
SAT 25th-75th Percentile 1110-1320
ACT 25th-75th Percentile 23-29
SAT & ACT
SAT 25th-75th Percentile 1110-1320
ACT 25th-75th Percentile 23-29
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
This school has a student body of more than 15,000 students.
Learn more about how we determine school awards31k
Number of Students Enrolled
87%
Online Student Enrollment
18:1
Student to Faculty Ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
76%
Black
7%
Hispanic
5%
Two or more races
4%
Non-U.S. Citizen
4%
Asian
3%
Unknown
1%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Female student population
55%
Socio-economic diversity
24% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
76
Total Online Enrollment
27,138
Percent of Programs Online
75% On-campus
25% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates
Associate
Bachelor's
Graduate Certificate
Master's
Doctorate
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $9,330 | $27,612 |
| Graduate | $9,478 | $25,946 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time, degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2020–2021 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,032 |
| On-campus room and board | $10,668 |
| On-campus other expenses | $5,288 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $10,120 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $5,288 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $8,436 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $26,318 | $44,600 |
| Off-campus without family | $25,770 | $44,052 |
| Off-campus with family | $18,798 | $37,080 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
45%
State Grant Aid
35%
Institution Grant Aid
82%
Pell Grant
24%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$43k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
$22k
Average student debt after graduation
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How Does Online College Accreditation Work?Data collected from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), [2020-2021]. In the absence of IPEDS data, information was collected directly from the school and is accurate as of the date of collection. Contact the school directly for the most current and complete information.