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University of Missouri - St. Louis SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements

SAT Range1040 to 1210

ACT Range19 to 27

Average GPA3.35

Acceptance Rate62.7%

UMSL’s admit rate means admission is realistic for many applicants, but the score range still gives you a useful target. If you submit scores, aim for the upper half of the range, around a 1210 SAT or 27 ACT, especially if your GPA is near the 3.35 average.

Data on this page is sourced from our college data partners and was last updated on July 9, 2026.

University of Missouri - St. Louis facts and stats

Quick Facts

University of Missouri - St. Louis is a suburban public university with an undergraduate enrollment of 12,332. UMSL has a 73% freshman retention rate, which is above the national average of roughly 70%. Its 6-year graduation rate is 56%, and the student-to-faculty ratio is 13:1.

Location

St. Louis, MO

Undergrad Enrollment12,332

Freshman Retention73%

SettingSuburban

Student to Faculty Ratio13:1

Graduation Rate56%

Test PolicyTest-optional

How do your scores compare at UMSL?

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Key University of Missouri - St. Louis application dates

Key dates

Application deadlines

Regular Decision

June 1

Early Action

Not offered

Early Decision

Not offered

Priority Deadline

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Financial aid deadlines

Financial Aid Priority

February 1

Test dates

SAT test dates

August 22, 2026

Registration deadline: August 7, 2026

September 12, 2026

Registration deadline: August 28, 2026

October 3, 2026

Registration deadline: September 18, 2026

ACT test dates

September 19, 2026

Registration deadline: August 14, 2026

October 17, 2026

Registration deadline: September 11, 2026

December 12, 2026

Registration deadline: November 6, 2026

Take tests early for the best outcomes

If you choose to submit SAT or ACT scores to test-optional UMSL, take your first test by the spring of junior year and use the summer before senior year and senior-year fall for retakes. UMSL’s Regular Decision deadline is June 1, so a December retake should still arrive in time if you want one more chance to strengthen your score.

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What you'll actually pay

UMSL’s in-state tuition is $14,112, while out-of-state tuition is $35,084. About 69% of students receive aid, with an average merit award of $5,442. Submit the FAFSA by the February 1 priority deadline to be considered for aid.

In-State Tuition$14,112

Out-of-State Tuition$35,084

Room and Board$13,138

Average Merit Award$5,442

Application Fee$50

Students on Aid69%

Average Aid Package$19,097

Average Debt at Grad$24,592

Out-of-state tuition at UMSL is $35,084, compared with $14,112 for in-state students, and room and board is $13,138. About 69% of students receive aid, with an average aid package of $19,097. Merit awards average $5,442. Graduates leave with an average debt of $24,592.