University of Missouri-Columbia Top Questions

We have a nationally ranked journalism program and the community is very involved in the University and vice-a-versa. Within the teaching program students are sent out into the public schools around Columbia. we have a student success center that is always willing to help students with homework or help them find job opportunities.

This school has nearly 30,000 students, but there are so many different clubs, organizations and activities that it is easy to find a small group of close friends. Also, as one progresses educationally the class sizes become smaller allowing for more professor-student interaction. This school also is far enough from my home, yet close enough at the same time that I feel like I'm away, but can always go home if I need to.

The University of Missouri was so considerate and helpful. From registering for classes, to transferring credits, to finding a place to live everything was simple and there were many people to help you along the way. Also the school is gorgeous and nicely laid out. While it is long, it has no hills and few stairs. If you doubt the importance of this, walk around UCLA for a day. Finally, the Journalism school truely is the best. It is one of the most specialized J schools I have ever encountered, and I considered UC Berkeley, USC-Chapel Hill, and Northwestern.

What's unique about the University of Missouri- Columbia is the school spirit that so many students have. It's incredible to see everyone on game day in their bright yellow shirts ready to cheer on whoever is playing whether it be basketball, football or even swimming. All the students, parents, and alumni are so excited to be here on campus to show their school pride. And even when their isn't a game going on, all the students love to wear Mizzou t-shirts or apparel around campus. or even around town!

The history of the school, downtown within walking distance

I was a journalism major, and this school has one of the best journalism schools in the country. Also, great college town! Wonderful school spirit.

Compared to the others that I looked at, my school is larger and therefore has many oportunities to get involved in academic, social and other activities. There are things that will interest anyone from the many different majors to the sports teams, greek life and clubs. There is something for everyone.

The campus is a botanical garden and is one of the prettiest campuses I had seen.

Everyone who attends Mizzou truely have a sense of belonging and feels like a part of the university. There is something for everybody, and, based on my experiences, students are happiest at Mizzou.

The University of Missouri-Columbia had the overall package compared to other schools I considered. They offered an excellent engineering program, a beautiful campus, varsity sports, and very friendly people. Other schools I looked at did not have as many academic options, but at the University of Missouri, one can discover their passion and go with that particular major. I am now a senior, graduating next May, and I realized that these different aspects of college blended to form an extremely unique experience for me the past 3 years.