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University of Missouri-Columbia

Columbia, Missouri · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$52,756

Acceptance Rate

77%

Graduation Rate

76%

Annual Tuition

$14,130

At a Glance

Total Students

23,118

Retention Rate

91%

Faculty Ratio

17

Financial Aid

35%

Median Debt

$20,500

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Public

Institution Overview

The University of Missouri-Columbia is a public institution with a student body of 23,118. The university has a 77% acceptance rate and a strong retention rate of 91.3%. Over three-quarters of students graduate, with a rate of 75.7%. The in-state tuition cost is $14,130.

Graduates of the University of Missouri-Columbia have a median debt of $20,500. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $48,326, increasing to $52,756 after five years, and $63,403 after ten years. Nearly 35% of students receive financial aid.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$48k

1 YEAR

$53k

5 YEARS

$63k

10 YEARS

Top 26% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, University of Missouri-Columbia alumni earn $48,326. Five years after graduation, earnings increase to $52,756. Ten years after graduation, alumni earn $63,403. The median debt for graduates is $20,500.

The University of Missouri-Columbia has a 77% acceptance rate. The graduation rate is 75.7%, and the retention rate is 91.3%. 34.9% of students receive financial aid. The in-state tuition is $14,130.

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Campus Location

Columbia, Missouri

Columbia, MO 65211

University of Missouri-Columbia is located in Columbia, Missouri. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

University of Missouri-Columbia has an acceptance rate of 77.0%.