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The University of Missouri-Columbia (MU) founded in 1839, is the oldest public university west of the Mississippi. The student population averages 24,000 -- about 6,000 of whom are enrolled in graduate or professional schools. MU is one of the nation's most complete institutions of higher education, with its 18 schools or colleges on a single campus. As would be expected at a Research 1 university, there are high-quality library, computing, cultural, and recreational facilities available for all students and faculty. The charming brick-and-limestone campus is in Columbia, a city of around 80,000 permanent residents. Columbia is midway between two larger cities, St. Louis and Kansas City, that are within a two hour drive. According to standardized rating systems, such as those published annually in Money magazine, Columbia ranks among the top 5 best places to live in the United States. Among the factors that contribute to these ratings are good quality public schools, low crime and pollution levels, and a rich array of entertainment opportunities, many of which are available on the MU campus. These opportunities include music, theater, art, dance and competitive athletics provided by the University and by the city's two private colleges. The downtown area hosts a renowned restaurant, bar and dance-club district. Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy the camping and canoeing on pristine rivers in the nearby Ozark Plateau. Nature trails, caves, parks, streams and the beautiful Missouri River all lie within a 15-minute drive from campus.
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