University of Missouri-Columbia admissions
Columbia, MO
University of Missouri-Columbia acceptance rate
78.5%
19,218 of 24,490 applicants were admitted in the 2024 cycle (U.S. Dept. of Education IPEDS data).
Less selective. With a rate like this, University of Missouri-Columbia is often a likely or safety school for students who meet its requirements.
Key numbers
- Yield: 31% of admitted students enrolled (5,953 of 19,218).
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Common questions about University of Missouri-Columbia
What is the acceptance rate at University of Missouri-Columbia?
University of Missouri-Columbia admitted 78.5% of applicants (19,218 of 24,490) in the 2024 admissions cycle, according to U.S. Department of Education IPEDS data.
How many admitted students enroll at University of Missouri-Columbia?
5,953 of the 19,218 admitted students enrolled, a yield of 31%. Yield is the share of admitted students who choose to attend.
How do you compare at University of Missouri-Columbia?
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