Getting in
For Fall 2024, 24,490 first-year students applied to Mizzou, 19,218 were admitted and 5,953 enrolled: an acceptance rate of 78.5%.
Source: IPEDS Admissions, Fall 2024, U.S. Department of Education (opens in a new tab), first-time, degree-seeking undergraduates. Read Oct 1, 2026.
By school or major. Mizzou publishes no first-year acceptance rate by college or major, and it has not posted a Common Data Set since 2023-24, so the counts above come from the federal IPEDS survey.
Source: IPEDS Admissions, Fall 2024, U.S. Department of Education (opens in a new tab). Read Oct 1, 2026.
Early plans. Mizzou lists no early decision or early action plan. It releases decisions on a rolling basis from October 1, and December 1 is the deadline to apply for priority scholarship consideration.
Source: Mizzou Admissions, Dates & Deadlines (opens in a new tab). Read Oct 1, 2026.
Programs with extra requirements
For students applying in fall 2026, entering fall 2027
You apply to Mizzou, and admission is decided for the university. Two things work differently:
- Honors College. A separate application, open from September 15 to February 1, with a December 1 deadline for honors scholarships. You do not need to be admitted to Mizzou first, but your official test scores and transcripts must be on file with Mizzou Admissions.
Source: Mizzou Admissions, Dates & Deadlines (opens in a new tab). Read Oct 1, 2026.
- Journalism, engineering, business and others. Freshman admission does not guarantee admission to professional or upper-division programs. These programs have separate admission criteria, and many majors have competitive or selective admission after the freshman year.
Source: Mizzou Admissions, Freshman Admission Requirements (opens in a new tab). Read Oct 1, 2026.
Source: Mizzou Admissions, Freshman Admission Requirements (opens in a new tab). Read Oct 1, 2026.
Majors
102 majors across 9 schools. Every bachelor's degree major in the University of Missouri's Academic Catalog, grouped by the college or school that offers it, with the degree it leads to. Minors, certificates and graduate programs are left out.
College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources14
- Agribusiness Management (BS)
- Agricultural Leadership, Communications and Education (BS)
- Agricultural Systems Technology (BS)
- Agriculture (BS)
- Animal Sciences (BS)
- Biochemistry (BS)
- Environmental Sciences (BS)
- Food Science and Human Nutrition (BS)
- Hospitality Management (BS)
- Natural Resource Science and Management (BS)
- Nutrition and Exercise Physiology (BS)
- Parks, Recreation, Sport and Tourism (BS)
- Personal Financial Planning (BS)
- Plant Sciences (BS)
Source: University of Missouri Academic Catalog, Degrees, Majors (Degree Programs), Emphasis Areas, Minors and Certificates (opens in a new tab). Read Oct 1, 2026.
College of Arts and Science52
- Ancient Mediterranean Studies (BA)
- Anthropology (BA)
- Architectural Studies (BS)
- Art (BA)
- Art (BFA)
- Art History (BA)
- Biological Sciences (BA)
- Biological Sciences (BS)
- Chemistry (BA)
- Chemistry (BS)
- Communication (BA)
- Constitutional Democracy (BA)
- Data Science (BS)
- Digital Storytelling (BA)
- Economics (BA)
- Economics (BS)
- English (BA)
- Film Studies (BA)
- General Studies (BGS)
- Geography (BA)
- Geological Sciences (BA)
- Geological Sciences (BS)
- German (BA)
- Graphic Design (BFA)
- Health Humanities (BA)
- History (BA)
- Interdisciplinary (BA)Emphasis areas: Black Studies, Peace Studies, Women's and Gender Studies.
- International Studies (BA)
- Linguistics (BA)
- Mathematics (BA)
- Mathematics (BS)
- Microbiology (BS)
- Music (BA)
- Music (BM)
- Neuroscience (BS)
- Philosophy (BA)
- Philosophy (BS)
- Physics (BA)
- Physics (BS)
- Political Science (BA)
- Psychological Sciences (BA)
- Psychological Sciences (BS)
- Psychology (BA)
- Public Administration and Policy (BA)
- Religious Studies (BA)
- Romance Languages (BA)
- Russian (BA)
- Sociology (BA)
- Statistics (BA)
- Statistics (BS)
- Textile and Apparel Management (BS)
- Theatre and Performance Studies (BA)
Source: University of Missouri Academic Catalog, Degrees, Majors (Degree Programs), Emphasis Areas, Minors and Certificates (opens in a new tab). Read Oct 1, 2026.
Trulaske College of Business2
- Accountancy (BSAcc)
- Business Administration (BSBA)
Source: University of Missouri Academic Catalog, Degrees, Majors (Degree Programs), Emphasis Areas, Minors and Certificates (opens in a new tab). Read Oct 1, 2026.
College of Education and Human Development7
- Early Childhood Education (BSEd)
- Educational Studies (BES)
- Elementary Education (BSEd)
- Human Development and Family Science (BS)
- Middle School Education (BSEd)
- Secondary Education (BSEd)
- Special Education (BSEd)
Source: University of Missouri Academic Catalog, Degrees, Majors (Degree Programs), Emphasis Areas, Minors and Certificates (opens in a new tab). Read Oct 1, 2026.
College of Engineering15
- Aerospace Engineering (BS)
- Biological Engineering (BSBE)
- Biomedical Engineering (BS)
- Chemical Engineering (BS)
- Civil Engineering (BSCiE)
- Computer Engineering (BSCoE)
- Computer Science (BS)
- Construction Management (BS)
- Data Science (BS)
- Electrical Engineering (BSEE)
- Engineering Technology (BS)
- Environmental Engineering (BS)
- Industrial Engineering (BSIE)
- Information Technology (BS)
- Mechanical Engineering (BSME)
Source: University of Missouri Academic Catalog, Degrees, Majors (Degree Programs), Emphasis Areas, Minors and Certificates (opens in a new tab). Read Oct 1, 2026.
College of Health Sciences9
- Clinical and Diagnostic Sciences (BHS)
- Criminal & Justice Studies (BS)
- Health Science (BHS)
- Occupational Therapy Assistant (BHS)
- Pre-Professional Physical Therapy (BHS)
- Public Health (BHS)
- Social Work (BSW)
- Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences (BHS)
- Sport Science (BS)
Source: University of Missouri Academic Catalog, Degrees, Majors (Degree Programs), Emphasis Areas, Minors and Certificates (opens in a new tab). Read Oct 1, 2026.
School of Journalism1
- Journalism (BJ)
Source: University of Missouri Academic Catalog, Degrees, Majors (Degree Programs), Emphasis Areas, Minors and Certificates (opens in a new tab). Read Oct 1, 2026.
Sinclair School of Nursing1
- Nursing (BSN)
Source: University of Missouri Academic Catalog, Degrees, Majors (Degree Programs), Emphasis Areas, Minors and Certificates (opens in a new tab). Read Oct 1, 2026.
College of Veterinary Medicine1
- Veterinary Technology (BS)
Source: University of Missouri Academic Catalog, Degrees, Majors (Degree Programs), Emphasis Areas, Minors and Certificates (opens in a new tab). Read Oct 1, 2026.
Deadlines for Fall 2027
For students applying in fall 2026, entering fall 2027
| Plan | Apply by | Decision | Binding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Priority scholarship deadline | December 1 | Rolling, from October 1 | No |
| Application deadline | July 1 | Rolling, from October 1 | No |
The application opens August 1. December 1 is also the deadline for general, competitive and departmental scholarships. Mizzou's FAFSA deadline is February 1, aid offers go out in mid-March, and National Decision Day is May 1.
Source: Mizzou Admissions, Dates & Deadlines (opens in a new tab). Read Oct 1, 2026.
Testing
For students applying in fall 2026, entering fall 2027
Fall 2027 freshman applicants choose a review with or without SAT or ACT scores. With scores, you are eligible for admission if you complete the 17 required high school courses and meet the minimum score for your class rank or core GPA (an ACT 24 or SAT 1160 and above needs a 2.0 core GPA). Without scores, a committee reviews your transcript, a resume or activities list and a short essay. Home-schooled students and students from non-accredited schools must send the ACT or SAT. Mizzou superscores both tests.
Source: Mizzou Admissions, Freshman Admission Requirements (opens in a new tab). Read Oct 1, 2026.
Applying next year?
For students applying in fall 2027, entering fall 2028
Not announced yet. When we checked Mizzou's admission pages on October 1, 2026, we found no announced changes for fall 2028 entry. The deadlines and rules above are for fall 2027 entry.
Source: Mizzou Admissions, Test-Optional Admission (opens in a new tab). Read Oct 1, 2026.
Cost, and what families paid after aid
The published cost of a year at Mizzou, 2026-2027:
| Item | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition (Tier 1) | $14,906 | $38,068 |
| Required fees | $1,256 | $1,256 |
| Housing and food (residence hall) | $15,780 | $15,780 |
| Books and supplies | $918 | $918 |
| Personal expenses | $3,466 | $3,466 |
| Total | $36,326 | $59,488 |
For a full-time undergraduate living in a residence hall, fall and spring. Tuition depends on your major: Tier 1 is shown, Tier 2 adds $2,064 a year and Tier 3 adds $4,128, for residents and nonresidents alike. Mizzou lists no transportation estimate.
Source: Mizzou Student Financial Aid, Undergraduate Cost of Attendance 2026-27 (opens in a new tab). Read Oct 1, 2026.
Average net price per year, by family income, 2023-24:
| Family income | Paid after grants |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $13,841 |
| $30,001 to $48,000 | $13,378 |
| $48,001 to $75,000 | $13,722 |
| $75,001 to $110,000 | $19,762 |
| Over $110,000 | $26,304 |
| All incomes | $20,268 |
What first-year, full-time, in-state students who received federal aid paid after grants and scholarships, by family income, in 2023-24, the latest year the Department of Education publishes. Your own price comes from Mizzou's aid offer.
Source: College Scorecard, U.S. Department of Education (opens in a new tab). Read Oct 1, 2026.
Similar schools
Chosen for how close each is to University of Missouri on acceptance rate, public or private, location and majors offered.
University of IowaIowa City, IA · Public79.9% admitted$22,531 average net price
Missouri University of Science and TechnologyRolla, MO · Public78.6% admitted$16,298 average net price
University of Minnesota Twin CitiesMinneapolis, MN · Public78.9% admitted$16,778 average net price
Kansas State UniversityManhattan, KS · Public87.5% admitted$19,406 average net price
Wichita State UniversityWichita, KS · Public72.2% admitted$13,194 average net price
Admitted: each school's latest first-year acceptance rate, so the year can differ from school to school; each school's page names its year and source. Average net price: what federal aid recipients paid per year after grants, 2023-24, and the in-state figure for a public university.