About

Mizzou Graduate School

Considered one of the nations top-tier land-grant institutions, Mizzou has a reputation for excellence in teaching and research and is the flagship university of the four-university University of Missouri System. It is one of only 38 public universities — and the only public institution in Missouri — to be selected for membership in the Association of American Universities (AAU).

Mizzou offers 146 graduate degree programs — including online degree options — and is designated a “Research 1 institution with Very High Research Spending and Doctorate Production” by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. Together, our faculty and students are pioneers, tackling problems others shy away from and finding new ways to improve lives and be leaders in their fields.

Our Mission & Values

Academic Programs

13

Schools & Colleges

84

Master’s Degree Programs

4

Education Specialist Programs

58

Doctoral Degree Programs

91

Graduate Certificate Programs

127

Online/Distance Degree Programs & Certificates

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Our Impact

The University of Missouri has been designated by the Association of Public Land-Grant Universities (APLU) as an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University (IEP), recognizing MU for its successes in innovation and entrepreneurship, technology transfer, talent and workforce development, and community development.

Flexible curricula equip Mizzou graduate students with the knowledge and skills necessary to meet the challenges of a dynamic workforce. Beyond coursework, our programs offer professional development to help students hone their workplace-ready skills. Pick any discipline, and employers will tell you Mizzou’s advanced degree holders add value to the workplace.

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Interdisciplinary Research

A Mizzou hallmark: Our highly collaborative research culture. Graduate students have numerous opportunities to engage in interdisciplinary research within and across schools and colleges.

As the state’s first land-grant institution, Mizzou’s research mission is tightly connected to teaching, outreach, service and economic development. By graduation, Mizzou students are prepared to conduct transdisciplinary and interdisciplinary research in academic, government, not-for-profit, and industry settings. Many of our graduates have become leaders in their chosen disciplines.

Interdisciplinary Opportunities Research at Mizzou
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Key Stats

146

Graduate degree programs

5122

Graduate students enrolled

1121

International Students from 82 countries

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A Welcoming Campus Environment

Mizzou is home to specialized centers and offices that provide student support, including the MU Veterans Center; the Multicultural Center; the Gaines/Oldham Black Culture Center; the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer Resource Center; and the Women’s Center.

The Disability Center provides academic accommodations and student support. More services are available through the Adaptive Computing Technology Center, and the Assessment and Consultation Clinic. Disabled veterans may also contact the MU Veterans Center for information.

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Our Community

Mizzou is situated in the heart of Columbia, Missouri, one of the best college towns in the nation.

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