Parents & Families
Experience Mizzou firsthand
Campus visits
Our students say their first campus visit was the moment they fell in love with Mizzou — and it’s easy to understand why. With a world-class education set in a 1,200-acre botanic garden, Mizzou offers more than just academics; it offers a launchpad for your student’s future. Columbia, Missouri is the #3 best city in the U.S. for new grads, making Mizzou the perfect place for your student to start their story. Schedule a tour with your family and see for yourself!
Save money on Mizzou
Become a resident
Your child can start the process to become a Missouri resident as early as their freshman year, saving over $20,000 a year. Our residency experts will help your student navigate the process from start to finish.
Outstanding student support
Mizzou’s student services and supportive staff are here to ensure your child thrives as an individual as well as a student. We offer resources to help keep students happy, healthy and successful — on campus and beyond.
First-rate and within reach
Help your student navigate costs, scholarships and all the available financial aid options for paying for college.
Career success starts at Mizzou
95% of Mizzou graduates report successful career outcomes within only six months of graduation.
Is Your Tiger Admitted?
Get ready for MU Housing
University policy requires first-time college students to live in university housing. Make sure your tiger is prepared for life on campus with this handy guide!
Who chooses Mizzou?
31,000+
ambitious students from 100+ countries and all 50 states
436
top-ranked Bright Flight Scholars
26
average ACT score
College Terms to Know
Simplify your family’s college decision. Download our free guide to better understand the application process and get to know Mizzou.
Tigers love Mizzou
MU retains above 91% of its students for their sophomore year. That’s higher than both the national (79%) and state averages (73%) for four-year public institutions.
More options for your student
Because every student is different, Mizzou offers both traditional and test-optional application processes.
Academic Support
Mizzou’s Student Success Center provides academic resources like advising, writing help, and career guidance for all students.
Thriving on campus
Students who live in residence halls achieve greater academic success than those living off campus. Plus, they can easily get involved in clubs and student organizations and make lifelong friends along the way.
Close to everything they need
We’re located in the heart of one of America’s best college towns — Columbia, Missouri. Your Tiger will enjoy all the shopping, restaurants and entertainment that the city has to offer.
Part of the Tiger family
When your student chooses Mizzou, you become a Tiger, too! Mizzou Families is the place for you to stay informed on campus news, family events and connect with other Mizzou parents.
Excellence is the Expectation
Cutting-edge research, rigorous academics and hands-on learning puts the world at their fingertips. Where will Mizzou take your student?
Meet Mizzou's Freshman Class
Download the 2023 Mizzou Class Profile to learn more about the makeup of our freshman class. Find a screen reader compatible version here.