Moving to Columbia, Missouri

Columbia has been called the quintessential college town by U.S. News and World Report, and Money magazine, Men’s Journal and MSN.com have all called it one of America’s best places to live. Columbia’s cost of living consistently rates as more affordable than the national average.

Housing

• Mizzou Residential Life
• International students read this
• Columbia Chamber of Commerce Relocation Guide

Transportation

• Getting to the Columbia from the airport
• Columbia bus system Register your bike
• University parking Downtown parking

Utilities and City Resources

• City of Columbia Newcomers Guide
• Information for international students
• Columbia Chamber of Commerce

Loans and Credit Information

• Student Financial Aid Office of Financial Success
• Tigers Credit Union Free Seminars from Tigers Credit Union

Local Job Lists

• MU job list and online application system Columbia Tribune Classifieds

Childcare and Schooling

• Mizzou Student Parent Center Schools and daycares in Columbia

Food, Recreation & Worship

• Food stores near campus Restaurants near campus
• Columbia parks and recreation
• Things to do in Columbia
• Places of worship

MU Healthcare and Emergencies

• University of Missouri Health System
• Information for international students
• Safety Information - MU Police MU Alert system