Facts and Figures
The numbers don’t lie: There are countless reasons to choose Mizzou.
Hear Us Roar
At Mizzou, we’re all about excellence and impact. As a world-class research university, we enjoy a tiger’s-eye view of what’s now and what’s next — and we’re not afraid to push the boundaries forward. Here are just a few of our proudest points.
Our Students
Mizzou attracts some of the brightest students from all over the world. Working side-by-side with renowned faculty, you'll gain hands-on experience while growing as a leader.
Enrolled students from all 50 states and 100+ countries
Best College for Future Leaders among all flagship universities
Academics
With more than 300 academic programs, Mizzou gives you endless opportunities to chart your own path. Small class sizes mean more opportunities for hands-on learning, closer collaboration with other students and individualized instruction.
Of Mizzou grads are successful within six months of graduation
U.S. public universities offering engineering, medicine, veterinary medicine, law and agriculture on one campus
Research
As a Carnegie Research 1 institution designated for its very high research activity, Mizzou is known for taking on challenges others wouldn’t even dream of attempting. Inquiry never stops here, and we proudly provide our researchers with the support and resources they need to take their work beyond the limits of the never-before-seen to the never-before-imagined.
Research expenditures in 2025
Average annual new invention disclosures
Annual economic impact on Missouri generated by UM System research
World-Class Faculty
As leaders in their fields, our faculty bring valuable real-world experience and leading-edge insights to the classroom. They take teaching seriously, providing not only instruction over the course of a semester but valuable mentorship even after graduation.
Full-time faculty
Nobel laureate: George P. Smith, Chemistry
Full-time, ranked faculty who hold doctorates or the highest degree in their field
Faculty members belonging to the National Academy of Sciences
The Will to Win
Intercollegiate athletics at the University of Missouri dates back to 1890, with the establishment of a football program as Mizzou's first sport. Over the years, the Tiger tradition of competition has only grown stronger. Mizzou now has 18 NCAA Division 1 Athletics winning sports teams in the Southeastern Conference (SEC). Mizzou’s "Will to Win" isn’t just about championships — it’s about creating moments that unite us, inspire us, and make us proud to be Tigers.
Consecutive semesters Mizzou student-athletes have achieved an average GPA of 3.0 or higher
NCAA individual national championships in 2025
Historic rivalry, the oldest west of the Mississippi
Campus and Community
With its notable architecture and landscaping, Mizzou’s campus offers a beautiful and historic backdrop to academic discovery. Meanwhile, the city of Columbia has earned its reputation as an outstanding place to live.
Most Beautiful College Campuses in America
Best U.S. Cities for New College Grads
Best Places to Live
Top 20 College Towns
I instantly fell in love with the beautiful campus. Passing by the Quad, the Columns and the Student Center, I felt like I was home.