University of Missouri-St Louis
About University of Missouri-St Louis
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
UMSL is a public research university in St. Louis, Missouri. It offers programs in business, nursing, education, and optometry and is the largest university in the St. Louis region.
Founded
1963
Location
Saint Louis, Missouri
Students
7,443
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
62.7%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
56.6%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$14,112
Out-of-state: $35,112
Avg Net Price
$15,071
After financial aid
SAT Average
1199
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$53,037
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
62.7 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
University of Missouri-St Louis accepts 62.7% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.
SAT Scores
1199/ 1600
ACT Scores
26/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
56.6% complete their degree within six years
Retention
73.6%
4-Year Grad
37%
6-Year Grad
58%
Teaching Quality
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
53.5%
$/Student
$10.9K
Class Size
Medium
The 37% graduation rate is below average, but 73.6% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$14,112
In-State
$35,112
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$13,502
Books & Supplies
$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance
$31,199
After Financial Aid
$15,071
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$13,031
Receive Grants
18.4%
Take Loans
19.3%
The full cost of attendance is about $31,199/yr for in-state students, including $13,502 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $15,071. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $35,112.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at University of Missouri-St Louis fund their education.
While in School
18.4%
Get Grants
Free money
19.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$29,513
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$20,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$212/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 19.3% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $20,000. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends University of Missouri-St Louis.
Gender
54.8%
Female
45%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
5,024
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
2,419
Graduates
37.8%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
15.2%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (55% women, 45% men). 37.8% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
5,024
Students
public
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
R2 Research
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
University of Missouri-St Louis fields 9 varsity teams with 322 student athletes, about 6% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division II without football
Conference
Great Lakes Valley
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
9
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
322
6% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
56% / 44%
179
Men
143
Women
7
Men's Teams
8
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of University of Missouri-St Louisearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$53,037
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business/Commerce, General
$49K
275 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$67K
148 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$32K
114 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$36K
107 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$32K
69 grads
1yr Earnings
Accounting and Related Services
$56K
69 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $48K six years out, growing to $53K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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