Washington University in St Louis and University of Missouri-St Louis are frequently compared when students or parents prepare college admissions. WUSTL is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in St. Louis, MO and Mizzou - St Louis is a four-year, public school located in Saint Louis, MO.
The following list compares two colleges briefly in important perspectives. You can compare them with comprehensive information on full comparison page.
| Washington University in St Louis | vs. | University of Missouri-St Louis |
|---|---|---|
| St. Louis, Missouri | Location | Saint Louis, Missouri |
| Four-year, Private (not-for-profit) | School Type | four-year, Public |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Research University (very high research activity) | Carnegie Classification | Research University (high research activity) |
| $65,790 | 2025 Tuition & Fees | In-State$15,120
Out-Of-State$37,620 |
| 46% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 41% |
| $55,678 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $10,123 |
| 12.06 % | Acceptance Rates | 62.67 % |
| 46.75 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 12.63 % |
| 1,540 | SAT Score | 1,240 |
| 34 | ACT Score | 24 |
| 94 % | Graduation Rate | 57 % |
| - | Transfer-out Rate | - |
| 95 % | Retention Rate | 74 % |
| 16,357 | Student Population | 14,736 |
| 1,895 | Number of Faculties | 363 |
| 7 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 13 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare |