University of Missouri-St Louis
Saint Louis, Missouri · Public
University of Missouri-St Louis admitted 79% of 6,923 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1005–1245 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 57% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at University of Missouri-St Louis
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Application deadlines
University of Missouri-St Louis’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Regular decision
- Rolling admission
The application is free for U.S. applicants ($40 for international applicants), and University of Missouri-St Louis accepts the Common App fee waiver.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check University of Missouri-St Louis’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
University of Missouri-St Louis doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
What admissions weighs
How University of Missouri-St Louis rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- Class rank
- GPA
Important
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Considered
- Test scores
- Essay
- Recommendations
Not considered
- Interview
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- Character
- First generation
- Legacy
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
- Volunteering
- Work experience
- Showing interest
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.41 GPA. 18% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $34,106 in-state and $54,098 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $11,577 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
Quick answers
What is University of Missouri-St Louis’s acceptance rate?
University of Missouri-St Louis admitted 79% of applicants: 5,446 of 6,923 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).
When is University of Missouri-St Louis’s application deadline?
University of Missouri-St Louis uses rolling admission for 2026–27 and has no early round on the Common App, so applying early in the fall gives you the best shot at open spots and aid.
What SAT score do you need for University of Missouri-St Louis?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1005 to 1245, with a median around 1110. A score at or above 1110 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is University of Missouri-St Louis’s application fee?
The application is free for U.S. applicants ($40 for international applicants) for 2026–27, and University of Missouri-St Louis accepts the Common App fee waiver.
Does University of Missouri-St Louis have supplemental essays?
No. University of Missouri-St Louis doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.
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