University of Missouri

It is moderately difficult to get into University of Missouri. The acceptance rate at University of Missouri is 79%. Last year, 20,303 students applied to University of Missouri and 16,065 were admitted.

If you are planning on applying to University of Missouri, the fee for the application costs $55.

Students who apply to University of Missouri for the fall semester should hear back from University of Missouri by August 1.

University of Missouri Admissions Stats at a Glance

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

University of Missouri 2023	Admissions Statistics
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	35%
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	9%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	69%
Waitlist	No

University of Missouri Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of Missouri.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–

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Considering Applying Early to University of Missouri?

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University of Missouri does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ Discover a list of some selective 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 Admissions

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How Challenging Is It To Get Admitted to University of Missouri?

It is moderately difficult to get into University of Missouri. University of Missouri evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2022, University of Missouri accepted 79% of all applicants, around 16,065 from 20,303 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like University of Missouri, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

Transferring to University of Missouri

For more information on transferring to University of Missouri, contact the school directly.

For Students Waitlisted to University of Missouri

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

What's Most Important for Getting Into University of Missouri?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines 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 shine.

Admissions Factors at University of Missouri

Curious about the factors that are considered by University of Missouri 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
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Application Essay	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Considered

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

University of Missouri Application Requirements

To apply to University of Missouri, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with University of Missouri's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Other Requirements	√	–	–	specific high school curriculum
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?

University of Missouri has not provided an information about GPAs of accepted students. Any questions regarding applicant expectations should be addressed directly with the school.

Out of all students that were admitted, 45% submitted a class rank. At University of Missouri 35% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 65% were in the top 25% and 93% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

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

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	–
3.75 and 3.99	–
3.50 and 3.74	–
3.25 and 3.49	–
3.00 and 3.24	–
2.50 and 2.9	–
2.00 and 2.49	–

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 directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights 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 has a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 9% of University of Missouri's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 69% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of University of Missouri students scored 670 or higher and 75% of students scored 580 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of University of Missouri students scored 670 or higher, and 75% scored a 580 or higher.

To be most competitive at University of Missouri, you should strive to earn between 23 and 30 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 30 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of Missouri's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 30, and three out of four students scored lower than 30 on the ACT.

A 23 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for University of Missouri students. Only one out of every four students scored below 23.

More Information on Transferring to University of Missouri

Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in University of Missouri during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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University of Missouri Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to University of Missouri?

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

Does University of Missouri accept transfer credits?

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

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

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

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

Do I have to submit test scores to University of Missouri?

❌ No, University of Missouri is test optional, so you can decide if you want to to submit your standardized test scores. 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's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for University of Missouri is 79%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of Missouri?

❌ University of Missouri does not offer early decision.

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