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2026-27 cycleColumbia, MO
University of Missouri-Columbia
The University of Missouri-Columbia is a public flagship research university located in Columbia, Missouri. It is home to the world's first journalism school and offers prominent programs across business, health sciences, and engineering.
Acceptance rate
79%
Undergrad enrollment
23,613
Test policy
Test optional
Application fee
$55
Application deadlines
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| ScholarshipFirst-Time College Student Merit Priority Deadline | December 1, 2026 |
| ScholarshipHonors College Scholarship Deadline | December 1, 2026 |
| ScholarshipGeneral, Competitive, and Departmental Scholarships Deadline | February 1, 2027 |
| Financial AidPriority FAFSA Deadline | February 1, 2027 |
| TransferTransfer Scholarship Deadline | February 1, 2027 |
Supplemental essay prompts
OptionalHonors College750 words
We assume Honors College students are bright, hard-working and determined. What's a unique trait or interest you have that we wouldn't know just by reading your resume?
OptionalHonors College750 words
Everyone has core values. Tell us a time someone or something challenged one of yours. What happened? How did it change you?
Data gathered August 2026.