University of Missouri - St. Louis

It is moderately difficult to get into University of Missouri-St. Louis. The acceptance rate at University of Missouri-St. Louis is 57%. Last year, 2,869 students applied to University of Missouri-St. Louis and 1,637 were admitted.

If you are thinking about applying to University of Missouri-St. Louis, the application fee is $35.

Students who submit their applications to University of Missouri-St. Louis for the fall semester should anticipate a decision by July 5.

University of Missouri-St. Louis Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of University of Missouri-St. Louis's admissions stats.

University of Missouri-St. Louis 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.5
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	28%
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	8%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	50%
Waitlist	No

University of Missouri-St. Louis Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of Missouri-St. Louis.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	Info Not Available	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–

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Want to Apply Early to University of Missouri-St. Louis?

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University of Missouri-St. Louis may or may not offer early admission, however the school has not provided any application information. Check with University of Missouri-St. Louis directly for more information about early applications.

➡️ Find a list of some competetive colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on University of Missouri-St. Louis Admissions

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Transferring to University of Missouri-St. Louis

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to University of Missouri-St. Louis

University of Missouri-St. Louis has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does University of Missouri-St. Louis Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are given the most weight in the admissions process. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that prioritize the admissions factors where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at University of Missouri-St. Louis

Wondering what factors are considered by University of Missouri-St. Louis during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Class Rank	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Application Essay	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered

Make sure to check with University of Missouri-St. Louis for more information on admission factors.

University of Missouri-St. Louis Application Requirements

To apply to University of Missouri-St. Louis, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with University of Missouri-St. Louis's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	–	√	–
Interview	–	–	√	–
Letter(s) of Recommendation	–	–	2	–
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.0	–	–
Other Requirements	√	–	–	CBHE core requirements
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of Missouri-St. Louis?

Students admitted to University of Missouri-St. Louis have an average unweighted GPA of 3.5.

Out of all students that were admitted, 46% submitted a class rank. At University of Missouri-St. Louis 28% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 55% were in the top 25% and 90% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At University of Missouri-St. Louis, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	3%
3.75 and 3.99	27%
3.50 and 3.74	25%
3.25 and 3.49	20%
3.00 and 3.24	15%
2.50 and 2.9	6%
2.00 and 2.49	4%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to University of Missouri-St. Louis directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

University of Missouri-St. Louis is a test optional school. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 8% of University of Missouri-St. Louis's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 50% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for University of Missouri-St. Louis?

To be competitive with other University of Missouri-St. Louis applicants, you should strive to earn between 1040 and 1240 (or higher!) on the SAT. At University of Missouri-St. Louis 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1240 and 25% of scored lower than 1040, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of University of Missouri-St. Louis students scored 640 or higher and 75% of students scored 490 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of University of Missouri-St. Louis students scored 660 or higher, and 75% scored a 490 or higher.

To be most competitive at University of Missouri-St. Louis, you should strive to earn between 22 and 29 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 29 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of Missouri-St. Louis's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 29, and three out of four students scored lower than 29 on the ACT.

A 22 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for University of Missouri-St. Louis students. Only one out of every four students scored below 22.

More Information on Transferring to University of Missouri-St. Louis

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to University of Missouri-St. Louis. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in University of Missouri-St. Louis during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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University of Missouri-St. Louis Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to University of Missouri-St. Louis?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to University of Missouri-St. Louis.

Does University of Missouri-St. Louis accept transfer credits?

✅ University of Missouri-St. Louis accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. University of Missouri-St. Louis accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does University of Missouri-St. Louis accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ University of Missouri-St. Louis accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to University of Missouri-St. Louis?

❌ No, University of Missouri-St. Louis is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you should strongly consider submitting them. If your scores are average or below average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is University of Missouri-St. Louis's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for University of Missouri-St. Louis is 57%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of Missouri-St. Louis?

🟨 University of Missouri-St. Louis may or may not offer early decision. The school has not provided any information on early decision including ED acceptance rates.

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