At a glance
Average net price
$20,268
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
74.9%
Admission rate
78%
Undergrad size
23,929
In-state tuition
$14,837
Out-of-state tuition
$36,056
Cost of attendance
$31,713
Median earnings (10y)
$63,403
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,247
- ACT midpoint
- 27
- Retention
- 92.7%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
24 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (31%), stem (19%), business (18%).
- STEM19%
- Health11%
- Business18%
- Humanities & arts16%
- Social sciences31%
- Trades & services5%
- Business17.9%~4,274 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~3,855 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Health professions11.1%~2,666 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Communication7.3%~1,744 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Social sciences5.7%~1,362 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Computer science5.3%~1,278 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~1,244 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Engineering5.0%~1,192 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Psychology4.8%~1,146 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Agriculture3.9%~943 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Education3.3%~778 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~739 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~459 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~330 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~282 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~270 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Mathematics1.0%~246 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- English0.9%~225 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~213 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~191 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~144 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Architecture0.5%~124 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History0.5%~120 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~105 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies. | Undergraduate certificate | 2,260 | — | $21,500 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor's | 1,419 | $50,323 | $21,500 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 967 | $34,419 | $23,250 |
| Journalism. | Bachelor's | 851 | $37,418 | $21,400 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 636 | $29,782 | $20,500 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 500 | $60,951 | $23,250 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 491 | $24,544 | $23,188 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 404 | $33,520 | $20,867 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master's | 389 | $56,382 | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 385 | $62,420 | $21,000 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 346 | $35,358 | $20,500 |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Master's | 324 | $48,350 | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 312 | — | $20,707 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 291 | $35,343 | $22,517 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 252 | $66,571 | $22,250 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Graduate certificate | 242 | $57,236 | — |
| Veterinary Medicine. | First professional | 231 | — | — |
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 228 | $44,765 | $18,815 |
| Medicine. | First professional | 219 | $56,194 | — |
| Library Science and Administration. | Master's | 217 | — | — |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | Master's | 210 | $38,846 | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 206 | $38,284 | $20,569 |
| Law. | First professional | 198 | $51,692 | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Master's | 188 | — | — |
| Public Administration. | Master's | 188 | $60,213 | — |
| Animal Sciences. | Bachelor's | 179 | $27,992 | $19,500 |
| Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies. | Bachelor's | 172 | $34,388 | $21,500 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Bachelor's | 170 | $55,017 | $23,707 |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Master's | 168 | — | — |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | First professional | 167 | — | — |
| General Sales, Merchandising and Related Marketing Operations. | Undergraduate certificate | 166 | — | $20,500 |
| Public Health. | Master's | 146 | $40,916 | — |
| Civil Engineering. | Bachelor's | 123 | $60,964 | $26,828 |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 122 | $26,979 | $23,182 |
| Neurobiology and Neurosciences. | Undergraduate certificate | 119 | — | — |
| Specialized Sales, Merchandising and Marketing Operations. | Bachelor's | 112 | — | — |
| Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services. | Bachelor's | 109 | — | — |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Bachelor's | 107 | $35,038 | $27,000 |
| Insurance. | Undergraduate certificate | 105 | — | — |
| Journalism. | Master's | 104 | $47,912 | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About University of Missouri-Columbia
University of Missouri-Columbia is a very large institution located in Columbia, Missouri, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 23,929 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Area & ethnic studies, Health professions.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at University of Missouri-Columbia — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $20,268 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $14,837 for in-state students and $36,056 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $31,713 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 74.9%, a strong completion outcome. 92.7% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $63,403 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
University of Missouri-Columbia confers degrees and certificates across 24 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Area & ethnic studies, Health professions. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (31% of credentials), stem (19% of credentials), business (18% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
University of Missouri-Columbia accepts 78% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,247. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 27.
Location & campus
Set in Columbia, Missouri (city), University of Missouri-Columbia draws students from across Missouri and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about University of Missouri-Columbia
Q.How much does University of Missouri-Columbia cost?
The average net price at University of Missouri-Columbia is $20,268 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $31,713.
Q.What is the graduation rate at University of Missouri-Columbia?
University of Missouri-Columbia has a 6-year graduation rate of 74.9% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into University of Missouri-Columbia?
University of Missouri-Columbia admits 78% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do University of Missouri-Columbia graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median University of Missouri-Columbia graduate earns $63,403 per year.
Q.What is tuition at University of Missouri-Columbia?
Published tuition is $14,837 in-state and $36,056 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is University of Missouri-Columbia located?
University of Missouri-Columbia is located in Columbia, Missouri (ZIP 65211).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with University of Missouri-Columbia at their official website.