Columbia
The University of Missouri is a large public institution with a rich history and impressive academic offerings. The school’s main campus is in Columbia, Missouri (known as “Mizzou”), which also happens to be the state capital.
The university offers more than 200 undergraduate degrees and 100 graduate programs across its 11 colleges, including such highly regarded programs as journalism, law, architecture and engineering. It was named one of the top 100 best public universities by U.S News & World Report.
The college boasts an average class size of 25 students and an overall graduation rate above 80%. For those looking to live on campus while attending Mizzou, there are 21 residence halls with space for over 5,000 undergraduates—and even more options once you factor in apartments or off-campus housing options close by!
Mizzou has a reputation for being one of the most competitive schools in the nation, and it’s easy to see why. The university offers more than 300 academic programs at every level, including bachelor’s degrees, master’s degrees and doctorates; all students are required to complete a core curriculum before graduating.