University of Missouri-Columbia

Columbia, MO · Public

Acceptance rate
78%
Average SAT
1,247
ACT midpoint
27
Enrollment
23,929
In-state tuition
$14,837
Out-of-state tuition
$36,056
Avg net price
$20,268
4-yr grad rate

Test scores

Admitted students score between 1150 and 1330 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).

ACT midpoint: 27

Popular programs at University of Missouri-Columbia

Bachelor’s degree programs ranked by Stairway Ranking — a composite letter grade comparing this school’s program against every other school’s in the same major nationally. Ties broken alphabetically.

#ProgramStairway RankingGraduates/yr
1Business/Commerce, General.627
2Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General.439
3Journalism.390
4Psychology, General.278
5Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.253
6Biology, General.210
7Communication and Media Studies.184
8Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.180
9Computer and Information Sciences, General.172
10Accounting and Related Services.141
11Mechanical Engineering.127
12Political Science and Government.122
13Economics.96
14Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.85
15Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies.83
16Animal Sciences.81
17Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions.77
18Civil Engineering.65
19Specialized Sales, Merchandising and Marketing Operations.63
20Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services.61

Showing top 20 of 73 programs

Frequently asked questions

What is the acceptance rate at University of Missouri-Columbia?

University of Missouri-Columbia has an acceptance rate of 78% according to the most recent U.S. Department of Education data.

What SAT score do I need for University of Missouri-Columbia?

Admitted students at University of Missouri-Columbia typically score between 1150 and 1330 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).

How much does University of Missouri-Columbia cost?

The average net price (after grants and scholarships) at University of Missouri-Columbia is approximately $20,268 per year.

What is the graduation rate at University of Missouri-Columbia?

4-year graduation rate data for University of Missouri-Columbia is not currently published.

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Data: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Last updated 5/1/2026.