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University of Missouri

About University of Missouri

The University of Missouri (MU) is a public research university with a land-grant mission. It was founded in 1839 as the first public university of higher learning in the United States. It is the flagship campus of the University of Missouri System and one of the 34 public universities that make up the Association of American Universities. The university's research centre is considered as the world's most powerful research reactor. This is also the university that oversees the University of Missouri Health Care system, which includes four hospitals in Mid-Missouri. The university was placed 190th globally and 73rd in the United States in the 2018-19 CWUR World Universities Rankings.

The university's campus, which spans 1,262 acres and is kept as a lush green botanical garden in Downtown Columbia, is located in Columbia, Missouri. The university's academic buildings are divided into two distinct groups: Red Campus and White Campus. Switzler Hall and Jesse Hall are located on Red Campus, which is the historical campus. The new structure, White Campus, is designed in a Neo-Gothic style. The main campus of the University of Missouri Hospitals and Clinics is located north of the sports complex. The Truman Memorial Veterans Hospital and the University of Missouri Hospital are also located there.The American Universities' Association is a member of the University of Missouri. It has even been designated as a "Doctoral/Research Extensive" university by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. It is divided into seven colleges and eleven schools, with approximately 300 majors. It manages 23 on-campus living halls as well as at least two off-campus locations. It also boasts one of the country's oldest and largest Greek systems. The Greek community accounts for roughly 22% of the university's student body. With an enrolment of around 30, 870 students in 2017 and 300 degree programmes, MU is the state's largest university. Full-time faculty members with the highest degrees in the disciplines work at the institution.

University of Missouri, Columbia USA Ranking

  • Rank #139 in Best National Universities by the US News in 2020.
  • Rank #90 in Best Value Schools by the US News in 2020.
  • Rank #354 in Top Performers on Social Mobility by the US News in 2020.
  • Rank #64 in Top Public Schools by the US News in 2020.
  • Rank #93 in Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs by the US News in 2020.

Why University of Missouri?

  • The elite Association of American Universities has invited only 34 public universities in the United States to join (AAU)
  • Core values: Respect, responsibility, discovery and excellence
  • 2,490 international students from 109 different countries
  • 350 buildings on 1,262 acres, main campus

University of Missouri Tuition Fees

Courses Duration Tuition Fees
MBA (1 Courses) 2 year USD 31511
Engineering (1 Courses) 5 year USD 25998
Science (1 Courses) 4 year USD 19894
Information Technology (IT) (1 Courses) 4 year USD 25998
Management (1 Courses) 4 year USD 25998

University of Missouri Entry Requirements

Courses Exam
Engineering IELTS , TOEFL
Information Technology (IT) IELTS , TOEFL
Management None , GMAT , TOEFL , IELTS
MBA IELTS , TOEFL
Science IELTS , TOEFL

University of Missouri International Students Admissions

International students must fulfil some specific rules in order to apply to the university. The following are some of the admission requirements.
Application Portal: Online
Admission Requirements:

  • Scores on the English Proficiency Test.
  • To be certified as an acceptable copy of the results, official transcripts must be notarized or stamped by the applicant's secondary institution.
  • Academically, a 2.50/4.00 GPA or an 80/100 score is required.
  • All international candidates must submit a statement and a certificate of financial responsibility.
  • A minimum of one letter of recommendation must be submitted.

English Proficiency Test Score for International Students

International students must demonstrate English proficiency by taking one of the following English Proficiency Tests in order to be admitted to Mizzou.

Test Name Minimum Score Required (Undergraduate) Minimum Score Required ( Graduate)
TOEFL 79 (iBT) 80 (iBT)
550(PBT)
IELTS 6.5 6.5

University of Missouri Highlights

Type of University Public, Co-ed
Campus setting Urban
Total Number of Enrolled Students 30,000+
Student-teacher ratio 17:1
Graduation Rate (Fall 2012) 69%
Total Number of Full- Time Faculty 2,000+
Retention Rate: Full- time students 87%
Acceptance Rate 78%
Test Scores Accepted TOEFL, IELTS, SAT, ACT
Website missouri.edu

University of Missouri Annual Cost to Attend

Fee Cost
Missouri Resident Tuition $9,330
Books and Supplies $1,032
Other Fees $1,393
Room and Board $10,668
Budget for Other Expenses $5,288
Total One Year Cost $27,711

 

Fee Cost
Out of State Resident Tuition $27,612
Books and Supplies $1,032
Other Fees $1,393
Room and Board $10,668
Budget for Other Expenses $5,288
Total One Year Cost $45,993

Know more about Studying in USA

Tuition Fees in USA (1st Year Average) BE/Btech: USD 28300 | MS: USD 22693 | BBA: USD 26616 | MBA: USD 29558 | BSc: USD 29418 | MA: USD 20452 | MIS: USD 22133 | MFin: USD 37683 | MEng: USD 29558 | MIM: USD 35301 | MEM: USD 23254 | MArch: USD 34741 | MFA: USD 28857 | BHM: USD 27176
Average Accomodation & Food Costs in USA USD 700 to 1000 Per Month
Entrance Exams in USA TOEFL: 86 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 60 | GRE: 309 | GMAT: 560 | SAT: 1177
Work and Study in USA Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit. Know More
Post Study Work Permit in USA One to Two Years after graduation depending on the course.
Cost of Student Visa in USA USD 160
Student Visa in USA F1 Visa for USA allows you study permit in USA in full time academic courses. Any accredited school, college, university, academic institute, seminary, or conservatory in USA must accept you beforehand to apply for F1 visa in USA. Know More
Intakes in USA There are Three Intakes in USA: Fall (August-September), Spring (January) Know More
Top Job Sectors in USA Health Care, Education, Construction, Hospitality & Tourism, Business Services, Finance.
Economy in USA GDP Growth of 2.1% (Q4 2019), The Larges Economy of the World by Nominal

University of Missouri Average Tuition Fee Per Year

Undergraduate

$ 24,812

Postgraduate

$ 21,900

Costs per year

Overall cost of living

$ 18,455

Campus accommodation

$ 16,178

Please note that fees will vary. Always check the exact cost of the program and bear in mind likely additional expenses.