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University of Missouri-St. Louis

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world rank  708

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Overview

Founded in 1963, the University of Missouri-St. Louis is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the medium city of St. Louis (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Missouri. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, University of Missouri-St. Louis (UMSL) is a large sized (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. University of Missouri-St. Louis (UMSL) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 62-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 50-59% making this US higher education organization an averagely selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UMSL also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

University of Missouri-St. Louis's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of Missouri-St. Louis's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Missouri-St. Louis' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge sized

Selectivity

University of Missouri-St. Louis's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateaveragely selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym UMSL
Founded 1963
Motto Salus Populi
The Welfare of the People
Colours Red and gold
Mascot Louie the Triton
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University Location

Address One University Boulevard
St. Louis
63121-4400 Missouri
United States
University of Missouri-St. Louis's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
University of Missouri-St. Louis Phone Number (314) 516 5000
University of Missouri-St. Louis Fax Number (314) 516 5378
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of University of Missouri-St. Louis is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify University of Missouri-St. Louis's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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You can also explore our Guide to University Programs and Courses to learn more about study outlines and typical duration, tuition ranges, career prospects and salary expectations for careers associated with more than 8,100 programs and courses.


Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of University of Missouri-St. Louis categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at University of Missouri-St. Louis.



University of Missouri-St. Louis: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro) 12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro)
International
students
30,000-34,999 US$ (27,340-31,890 Euro) 30,000-34,999 US$ (27,340-31,890 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

University of Missouri-St. Louis's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


University of Missouri-St. Louis's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 50-59% making it an averagely selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is required
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is required
  • Recommendations are considered but not required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


University of Missouri-St. Louis's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


University of Missouri-St. Louis's Admission Office Admission Office

One University Boulevard, 351 Millennium Student Center
St. Louis 63121-4400
(314) 516 5451
888 GO2 UMSL

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

University of Missouri-St. Louis's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 15,000 to 19,999, making it a large-sized institution.


University of Missouri-St. Louis's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 600 to 699 members.


University of Missouri-St. Louis's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


University of Missouri-St. Louis's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


University of Missouri-St. Louis's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a suburban setting.


University of Missouri-St. Louis's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


University of Missouri-St. Louis's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


University of Missouri-St. Louis is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


University of Missouri-St. Louis's Library University Library

Yes Visit University of Missouri-St. Louis's Library
University of Missouri-St Louis's library has 1 branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 674,191 physical volumes, 3,879 physical media and 278 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 34 full-time employees, including 18 librarians. University of Missouri-St Louis's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


University of Missouri-St. Louis's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, the University of Missouri-St. Louis provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 749 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


University of Missouri-St. Louis's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


University of Missouri-St. Louis's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


University of Missouri-St. Louis's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


University of Missouri-St. Louis's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


University of Missouri-St. Louis's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

University of Missouri-St. Louis's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


University of Missouri-St. Louis's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


University of Missouri-St. Louis's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Missouri-St. Louis is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Higher Learning Commission

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1963


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of Missouri-St. Louis's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • University of Missouri System (UM System)
  • American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU)
  • Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities (APLU)
  • American Council on Education (ACE)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the University of Missouri-St. Louis 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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Free Online Courses

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