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The fall 2020 acceptance rate for University of Missouri-Columbia is 74%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.
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What should every freshman at your school know before they start?
Given the opportunity to go back and speak to my highschool self, I would tell myself that things become better, to keep my eyes forward and chin up. While I was highly involved in highschool and maintained a large group of friends, I battled through depression, sometimes struggling to believe that I would ever be happy with what I was doing and that it all meant something. When I finally arrived in college though, life took a wonderful turn; my friends shared the sam interests as I did and were willing to go on adventures like hiking and camping, my professors were not only well known in their fields, but were also my friends, who readily took time out of their schedule to listen to my problems and help me in whatever ways they could. My four years in college has given me the most beautiful opportunity anyone could give me--the chance to be myslef. The chance to act weird, study what I want and do the hobbies that make me happy while not fearing being judged or put down. I survived, but if I could have spoken to myself then, I would simply say "Keep moving forward".
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Describe the students at your school.
aight
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What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?
cold
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What's unique about your campus?
I would say that the best thing about my school is the setting. There are lots of places during the warmer months to sit outside and enjoy nature. The campus is a botanical garden, so it has lots of trees and flowers. The landscapers for the campus do a great job of keeping everything green and blooming. It makes the campus seem more upbeat and welcoming, which helps with the moods of those around campus.
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Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.
The University of Missouri-Columbia is a highly respected, valued, and diverse school that offers a number of beneficial opportunities through it's education and involvement programs.
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What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?
I wish I would've known more about how to make payments on things.
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What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?
Although excessive partying can be a problem with students at mizzou, I do brag about the opportunities for meeting interesting people inside and outside of class
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What is your overall opinion of this school?
The absolute best thing about the University of Missouri is that you can pretty much do anything you want! We have multiple colleges within the system, and hundreds of different majors, minors, and emphasis areas to choose from. The endless choices don't stop there - you can choose one or more of our 500+ student organizations, multiple dining plans and halls, single or even suite style dorms, and there is ALWAYS something going on. Your education at Mizzou is like a fully loaded and customizable car. For out of state students, this comes at a price, but it is cheaper than attending a private university (plus, there are even MORE options for aid and scholarships). The town grew around the school, so it is catered to students - concerts, bars, restaurants, clubs, late night diners, and ALL within walking distance. Pile on a heaping helping of Mizzou pride (which never goes out of style) and you officially have the coolest school in the Midwest.
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Describe your favorite campus traditions.
For the Journalism School.
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Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!
Very competitive research positions
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What kind of person should attend this school?
Someone who is outgoing; it is a large school and could be overwhelming to somone who is very shy. Getting involved is the best way to meet people, so they should also be willing to put themselves out there and try new things. Also, someone who is into sports because football and basketball are a major part of life here.
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What are the academics like at your school?
At first, class sizes can be out of this world scary. Your typical freshman level lecture style class can have an upwards of 500 students! Never fear, for the further you get along in your major, the smaller your classes get. Professors love when students come to talk to them during office hours, so take advantage of that free time! They always remember a student who comes to their office.
At Mizzou you can get anything you want out of your education. There's so many different departments to choose from and there's even a major dedicated to creating your own major! The academic requirements center around getting a well rounded education, so at the end of your stay at MU you will have interacted with all the different fields of study in some way. It's great because you get a chance to take classes like Magic and Religion (which is all Harry Potter all the time) or 16 and Pregnant; yes, those courses count towards graduation!
Mizzou is very focused on making sure that the students that graduate are prepared for the real world as well as passionate about their chosen field. There are classes that focus solely on career exploration, be it a specific one (like Exploring Careers in Journalism) or more general. Professors and administration alike want students to get active, be a part of their campus, and be well rounded people. Even though we're big, you won't get lost in the shuffle.
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What kind of person should not attend this school?
Any kind - there is no set type
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What are the most popular student activities/groups?
We have over 500 clubs! That's right, five hundred clubs. Plus more. If you somehow can't find a club you are interested in, then you can go ahead and start one up! The big thing that unites most of campus is athletics, football and basketball being the big ones. Tailgating for those events (especially football) can start early in the mornings and go way into the evenings. For those who aren't interested in sports, there's guest speakers, local theater productions, concerts, club events, fraternity and sorority events, and a downtown scene that has something for everyone. If you're awake at a 2AM on a Tuesday, you can head down to the late night diner and grab a bite to eat - it's only a five minute walk from campus. If you aren't hungry and don't want to drink, Mizzou has that covered with Mizzou After Dark! There's a wide range of activities at After Dark from face painting to costume contests to dance parties. Throughout the semester, they'll show recently released movies at Memorial Union or, if it's warm enough, outside on Lowry Mall. It's incredibly easy to find something to do here when you're bored; you just have to walk outside!
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What's the most frustrating thing about your school?
The procedure to petition for Missouri residency and achieve an easier to pay tuition is quite extensive and could be confusing, though it makes sense financially for the school to implement it. It is a bit of a leap of faith to have this thing over your head for the first semester and not know what you're going to have to pay for your education once it ends.
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What is the stereotype of students at your school? Is this stereotype accurate?
The University of Missouri is a large, exciting campus. There are many stereotypes of the students that attend my school. A big portion of the students are affiliated with Greek fraternities and sororities. These kids are often seen as partiers. In fact, Mizzou is seen as a party school. There are constantly parties, and people are always around. Most of the students go to parties, but during the week the campus calms and students are studying and working. There are always people studying in Ellis Library and the Student Center. So, even though Mizzou is viewed as a big party school, we also have outstanding academic success.
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Is the stereotype of students at your school accurate?
Not everyone is a hick. Most of my friends were from all over the country, and had come to Mizzou for the J-School. The drunk part I can't dispute.
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What is the stereotype of students at your school?
I think a lot of people come to Mizzou to party, and because of our relatively huge Greek Life we look like we're all just drunken sorority girls or frat boys. While there are a lot of us that are exactly that, there's still a significant population of non-Greeks, and while partying is an important part of the Mizzou experience (some might argue college-experience) you can still find releases that have nothing to do with alcohol.
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Why did you decide to go to this school?
The journalism school!
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Describe the dorms.
Like the rest of the buildings, the dorms are going through cyclical overhauls and renovations. My freshman year, lived in Mark Twain Hall, a dorm tucked away into the north side of campus and slightly set apart. Mark Twain is a hotel-turned-dorm and its isolation meant that the whole building really bonded together. I loved it because it had a dining hall on the first floor (perfect for rainy days and winter storms) and everyone left their door open all the time, so meeting people was as easy as going for a short walk. However, some things are changing. With every renovation and construction project the dorms are becoming more and more like luxury (tiny) hotel rooms and doors stay closed. While the amenities are wonderful, and much improved from the days our parents went to school, I'm a little sad to see that the dorm experience is slowly disappearing. That being said, you can find dorms of any variety on our campus: all girls, all boys, single, suite, double, shared etc. And we have great programs where you can live with people who are studying the same major. I lived in a Journalism community and it was great to get tips about classes and find out what everyone else in my field was up to. I recommend it. If nothing else, you'll at least make some great friends and connections.
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