The University of Missouri's historic Francis Quadrangle is anchored by Jesse Hall, built in 1895 to replace the fire-destroyed Academic Hall, with the original building's surviving Columns preserved nearby - the same Columns first-year students walk through during Tiger Walk, with housing in halls including Brooks and Defoe-Graham.
Enrollment
31,543
Total Students
Freshman Class
—
Approx.
Move-In Dates
August 19 - August 20, 2026
Fall 2026
Acceptance Rate
78%
Most recent cycle
Move-In
Fall 2026 Move-In Dates
Reserve your move-in time through MizzouOne once assignments are released. Heavier-than-usual traffic is expected around residence halls and throughout Columbia on both main move-in days - the University of Missouri Police Department posts temporary closures and traffic redirections in advance. Welcome Week continues through the week with First Roar, Sweet Start at the Zou, and concludes with Tiger Walk through the historic Columns.
August 19 - August 20, 2026
Check your assignment in the housing portal for your specific date and time.
Move-in day tips
- Arrive during your assigned window - early arrivals often just wait longer.
- Bring a rolling cart or hand truck; loading-zone carts run out fast.
- Parking near freshman halls fills up quickly - have a backup plan or drop-off spot.
- Loading zones usually enforce a strict time limit (often 30 minutes) before you're expected to move your car to long-term parking.
- Activate your student ID online before you arrive - many schools require it for building and elevator access from day one.
- If you want your bed lofted or the frame height adjusted, check whether your school needs that request submitted online in advance - most won't do it on the spot.
- Check your school's specific package-acceptance window before shipping anything ahead - most won't hold early deliveries outside a set date range.
- Unpack essentials first: bedding, toiletries, and chargers, before anything else.
Housing & Dorms
- Photo coming soon
Brooks Hall
Traditional · Coed
- Photo coming soon
Defoe-Graham Hall
Traditional · Coed
Housing Links
Links open University of Missouri's website - not always the exact page, but a real starting point.
Orientation
Welcome Week (required)
All new students are required to attend one orientation session.
August 19 - August 24, 2026
Orientation tips
- Register as early as your class allows - popular session dates fill up first.
- Bring a parent/guardian if separate family programming is offered.
- Check whether placement testing or advising sign-ups happen the same day.
Costs
Room & Board
$15,008
Estimated / Year
Nearby Essentials
Nearby data coming soon.
More Links
Checklists
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A free, printable packing checklist covering everything from bedding to important documents - built for any freshman, including yours at University of Missouri.
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