Special Learning Opportunity
The following table compares the special learning opportunities between best schools in Missouri including distance learning opportunities, ROTC program, Study abroad, and more special chances of learning. This statistics is based on the latest data from IPEDS, U.S. Department of Education for academic year 2024-2025.
| Rank | Name | Online Class | ROTC | Teacher Cert. | Study Abroad | Weekend/ Evening College | Campus Housing* | Meal Plan** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Washington University in St Louis | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (7,032) | ✔ ($5,772) |
| 2 | Missouri University of Science and Technology | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (2,209) | ✔ ($4,030) |
| 3 | Saint Louis University | Under, Grad | Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (4,188) | ✔ ($5,454) |
| 4 | Webster University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (850) | ✔ ($5,198) |
| 5 | DeVry University-Missouri | no longer opens and does not accept applicants (Closed: 06/25/2022) | ||||||
| 6 | University of Missouri-Columbia | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (6,898) | ✔ ($3,670) |
| 7 | University of Missouri-Kansas City | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,127) | ✔ ($4,090) |
| 8 | Truman State University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,025) | ✔ ($3,550) |
| 9 | Missouri Baptist University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (398) | ✔ |
| 10 | University of Missouri-St Louis | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (715) | ✔ ($4,531) |
Student Services on Campus
The following table compares the on-campus students services and facilities between best schools in Missouri including Student Counseling, Employment services for current students, Placement service for program completers, On-campus daycare facility, and library information.
| Rank | Name | Career Counseling | Employment Service | Placement Service | On Campus Daycare | Library Facilities | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Washington University in St Louis | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library | ||
| 2 | Missouri University of Science and Technology | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library | ||
| 3 | Saint Louis University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| 4 | Webster University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| 5 | DeVry University-Missouri | no longer opens and does not accept applicants (Closed: 06/25/2022) | ||||||
| 6 | University of Missouri-Columbia | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| 7 | University of Missouri-Kansas City | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library | ||
| 8 | Truman State University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| 9 | Missouri Baptist University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| 10 | University of Missouri-St Louis | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library | ||
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of best schools in Missouri. Among 10 best schools in Missouri, 9 schools are NAA members, 8 schools are NCAA members, and 1 school is a member of NAIA.
| Rank | Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Washington University in St Louis | NAA, NCAA | University Athletic Association | University Athletic Association | University Athletic Association | 11 athletic programs |
| 2 | Missouri University of Science and Technology | NAA, NCAA | Great Lakes Valley Conference | Great Lakes Valley Conference | Great Lakes Valley Conference | 8 athletic programs |
| 3 | Saint Louis University | NAA, NCAA | - | Atlantic 10 Conference | Atlantic 10 Conference | 9 athletic programs |
| 4 | Webster University | NAA, NCAA | - | 9 athletic programs | ||
| 5 | DeVry University-Missouri | no longer opens and does not accept applicants (Closed: 06/25/2022) | ||||
| 6 | University of Missouri-Columbia | NAA, NCAA | Southeastern Conference | Southeastern Conference | Southeastern Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| 7 | University of Missouri-Kansas City | NAA, NCAA | - | The Summit League | - | 7 athletic programs |
| 8 | Truman State University | NAA, NCAA | Great Lakes Valley Conference | Great Lakes Valley Conference | Great Lakes Valley Conference | 11 athletic programs |
| 9 | Missouri Baptist University | NAA, NAIA | Mid-States Football Association | 11 athletic programs | ||
| 10 | University of Missouri-St Louis | NAA, NCAA | - | Great Lakes Valley Conference | Great Lakes Valley Conference | 7 athletic programs |
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
NAIA: National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics
Additional Characteristics
The following table compares and describes additional facts of best schools in Missouri including religious affiliation, specialized schools, and medical degree offer, and other facts.
| Rank | Name | Religious Affiliation | Historical Black School | Tribal School | Has Hospital | Offer Medical Degree | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Washington University in St Louis | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ||
| 2 | Missouri University of Science and Technology | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| 3 | Saint Louis University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ||
| 4 | Webster University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| 5 | DeVry University-Missouri | no longer opens and does not accept applicants (Closed: 06/25/2022) | ||||||
| 6 | University of Missouri-Columbia | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ||
| 7 | University of Missouri-Kansas City | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ||
| 8 | Truman State University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| 9 | Missouri Baptist University | Baptist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| 10 | University of Missouri-St Louis | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
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*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs