Degree-seeking students

To get started, you will apply directly to your program. First, check your program’s admissions requirements. On your program’s page, you’ll find information about how and where to apply.

Whether you are a current or prospective student, this is your home base for information about every one of the four world-class campuses that form the foundation of Missouri Online. Learn more about the future-transforming experience you can expect at the campus that fits you best. Select a university above to get started.

Steps to apply

Below are the steps that all degree-seeking students must follow to join us. These steps are based on whether you are applying to undergraduate or graduate programs.

Undergraduate programs

• Admissions requirements:Visit the university’s undergraduate requirements page.
• First-year or transfer? Your application process will depend on whether you have 24 or more credit hours of applicable college-level course work. Also note that 30 of the last 36 hours for your undergraduate degree must be taken with Mizzou.
• Transcripts: Transfer students will need to ask their previous schools to send official transcripts to the university.
• Application fee: $55 application fee. Contact the Admissions Office for more information.

Graduate programs

• Admissions requirements: Visit your program for details, but keep in mind that most graduate programs require a 3.0 GPA for entrance.
• Transfer credits: Graduate degree-seeking students can transfer only 20% of the total program, as you are expected to take the remainder with Mizzou. For the average 30 credit hour program, this is typically 6 credit hours. Please keep in mind that credit also needs to fulfill curriculum requirements.
• Transcript: An official baccalaureate transcript from a regionally accredited institution, including the official degree conferred and the date the degree was awarded.
• Application fee: $65 for U.S. citizens and permanent residents or $90 for nonresident international individuals is required for all new applications. Find out if you are eligible for a fee waiver.
• More about the general application process from the Graduate School.

Note: If your undergraduate degree is from Mizzou, or if an official copy of your bachelor's degree transcript is already on file, you do not need to provide extra transcript information.

Want to take a course first?

Some departments will let you take courses as a nondegree-seeking student before you apply for their degree program. Contact the department, or learn more about how to sign up for courses as a nondegree-seeking student.