Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
77.02%
SAT Average
1,247
ACT Range
23-29
University of Missouri-Columbia Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 77.02%. This means approximately 770 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 23,118 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
77.02%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $14,130 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $34,338 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $28,948 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $19,889 | State avg: $16,820. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 20.10% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 34.93% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does University of Missouri-Columbia Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$34,338
Room and board
$13,550
Books and supplies
$950
Other expenses
$3,642
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$28,948
Average net price
$19,889
Average aid coverage
31%
$9,059 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at University of Missouri-Columbia pays approximately $19,889 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Missouri average of $16,820 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is University of Missouri-Columbia?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Missouri and national averages.
University of Missouri-Columbia net price
$19,889
Missouri average
$16,820
National average
$17,506
University of Missouri-Columbia Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $34,338 and average net price at $19,889. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$34,338
Current net price
$19,889
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
76.18%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$63,403
Undergraduates
23,118
10-Year Median Earnings - University of Missouri-Columbia vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
University of Missouri-Columbia graduates earn about 1.5x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends University of Missouri-Columbia?
Undergraduates
23,118
Completion rate
76.18%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
20.10%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
34.93%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 20.10% of University of Missouri-Columbia students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 34.93% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at University of Missouri-Columbia
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use University of Missouri-Columbia's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
University of Missouri-Columbia lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
University of Missouri-Columbia is listed at 105 Jesse Hall, Columbia, MO 65211. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare University of Missouri-Columbia with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Missouri-Columbia | 77.02% | $34,338 | $19,889 | $63,403 |
| University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis | 75.13% | $31,920 | $33,596 | $137,047 |
| Chamberlain University-Missouri | 83.33% | $19,686 | $34,947 | $92,405 |
| Washington University in St Louis | 11.96% | $62,982 | $22,117 | $86,182 |
| Research College of Nursing | Not available | Not available | Not available | $85,910 |
Similar Schools in Columbia
This local cluster focuses on nearby Columbia schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Columbia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University of Missouri-Columbia's acceptance rate?
University of Missouri-Columbia's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 77.02%.
How much is University of Missouri-Columbia tuition?
University of Missouri-Columbia's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $34,338.
What is University of Missouri-Columbia's average net price?
University of Missouri-Columbia's average net price in the local dataset is $19,889.
What is University of Missouri-Columbia's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $63,403 for University of Missouri-Columbia.
Is University of Missouri-Columbia accredited?
University of Missouri-Columbia's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend University of Missouri-Columbia?
The local dataset lists 23,118 undergraduate students at University of Missouri-Columbia.
What percentage of University of Missouri-Columbia students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for University of Missouri-Columbia in the local dataset is 20.10%.
What is the federal loan rate at University of Missouri-Columbia?
The federal loan rate for University of Missouri-Columbia in the local dataset is 34.93%.
Where should I verify University of Missouri-Columbia data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with University of Missouri-Columbia or the latest official federal education data.