University of Missouri St. Louis in USA

University of Missouri–St. Louis Tritons build a vibrant and diverse community that we are all proud of. From our outstanding students to our dedicated faculty and staff, we are a community of scholars who are committed to excellence.

The UMSL experience
With nearly 15,000 students, the University of Missouri–St. Louis is the St. Louis region's premier public research university. UMSL provides excellent learning experiences and leadership opportunities to a diverse student body whose influence on the region upon graduation is immense.

UMSL is spread across more than 350 acres in suburban St. Louis County with a mix of modern and historic academic buildings as well as a variety of student residence halls, condominiums and apartments. It’s the perfect setting for students to gain unique insights from outstanding faculty and work experience from internships at companies and organizations found only in this world-class metropolitan region.

While UMSL graduates can be found in all 50 states and countries around the globe, their greatest impact is felt right here in St. Louis. More than 80,000 UMSL alumni call the St. Louis region home. They drive the region’s economy and contribute mightily to its social well-being.

Economic Impact
The quality and success of a foundational institution can be measured by observing the region it aims to support. According to the 2021 Economic Impact Report, the University of Missouri-St. Louis generated $429 million in economic impact in Missouri. The university created and sustained 5,485 jobs and invested $1.7 million in local communities through donated time and the charitable giving of staff, faculty and students. In addition, UMSL alumni in Missouri generated $13.4 billion in economic impact in the state.

Our Mission: We transform lives.
As the metropolitan, land-grant, research institution serving the most diverse and economically important region in Missouri, the University of Missouri–St. Louis delivers exceptional educational, research and engagement experiences that inform, prepare, challenge and inspire.