
The University of Missouri - Columbia boasts a strong overall acceptance rate of 78.5% for the application year 2024, with 24,490 applicants and 19,218 admitted. This marks an increase from 77.05% in 2023, where the university accepted 16,690 out of 21,669 applicants. Historically, acceptance rates have fluctuated, peaking at 81.8% in 2020 and dipping to 74.69% in 2016. Notably, acceptance rates have generally remained above 76% over the past five years, indicating a stable and welcoming admission environment.