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2019 Top Party Schools in MissouriAbout this List

The 2019 Top Party Schools ranking is based on student reviews and nightlife statistics. Top party colleges have a vibrant and diverse party scene - they offer fun options both on and off campus and students rate their peers as being fun, friendly, and into partying. Read more on how this ranking was calculated.

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  1. University of Missouri

    • 4 Year
    • Columbia, MO
    • 2,983
    1 Top Party Schools in Missouri

    Senior: University of Missouri- Columbia is a school that allows such a variety of studies that almost anyone can find a major they will enjoy pursuing. Personally, it was one of only a few schools in Missouri with my emphasis area of Nuclear Medicine Technologist which is a major reason I choose to attend this school. This decision was a great one because Mizzou has helped me grow personally, emotionally, religiously, and in so many other ways. The amount of clubs and organizations that are on campus allows everyone to be involved in something they are passionate about!
    Read 2,983 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Party Scene
    • 75% Acceptance Rate
    • $16,317 Net Price
    • 1020-1290 SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  2. Missouri State University

    • 4 Year
    • Springfield, MO
    • 1,878
    2 Top Party Schools in Missouri

    Freshman: I loved absolutely everything! There is always something going on on campus to go to, and Missouri State offers so many free tools like the library and the rec center. I have met so many new people and made so many friends. My very first college semester couldn't have gone better. I was willing to put in the work, so my teachers were willing to help. Everywhere you look on campus, there are people from all different backgrounds. I've been to football games and hockey games and they were both so much fun, I can't wait to watch some other sports. I am so glad I chose Missouri State University and my life would be so different if I wouldn't have!
    Read 1,878 Reviews

    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A
      Party Scene
    • 84% Acceptance Rate
    • $14,862 Net Price
    • 955-1228 SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  3. Harris-Stowe State University

    • 4 Year
    • Saint Louis, MO
    • 232
    3 Top Party Schools in Missouri

    Freshman: I love the energy at Harris-Stowe and I love the activities and clubs they offer. We also have some of the best college housing accommodations in the country with single bedroom suites with full kitchens and bathrooms that we only have to share with one other person. The rigor of classes is pleasantly challenging as well and the professors are always here to help. What I would like to see improve is the quickness with which housing issues are fixed. Many rooms have broken and/or dysfunctional objects that have not yet been fixed after submitting multiple work orders. The food here is good as well. Although we don't have popular restaurants, the food service provider we have gives us options and is open 4 times a day during the week.
    Read 232 Reviews

    • C
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A-
      Party Scene
    • 100% Acceptance Rate
    • $9,371 Net Price
    • — SAT Range
    Will You Get In?
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    Clark University

    • 4 Year
    • Worcester, MA
    • 711

    Freshman: It is a small liberal art college. you can go anywhere on campus within 10 minutes, and it helps a lot when you wake up late.
    Again, it is a small community, you would see familiar faces anywhere you I have never expected. People notice you easily, compared to big universities, and vice versa; It is easier to make diverse friends without being constrained in a certain "group."
    Clark is one of rare colleges that give substantial amount of scholarships to out of state students and even international students. Almost 70% of the total undergraduate students are out of sate and 15% are international.
    Professors are generally kind and generous.
    For the campus cafeteria, well, ice cream here is the best!
    The only thing I do not like is housing facilities, but other dorms in campus are much new than mine..so this might not matter.
    Read 711 Reviews

    • A-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 57% Acceptance Rate
    • $26,350 Net Price
    • — SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  5. Washington University in St. Louis

    • 4 Year
    • Saint Louis, MO
    • 1,385
    4 Top Party Schools in Missouri

    Senior: WashU has opened up a lot of doors for me in terms of career exploration and pursuit. They have fantastic opportunities for research, community engagement, and intellectual pursuit. I think that they prepare their students well for life post-graduation, but I do think that the school needs to work on its accessibility to students from more diverse socioeconomic backgrounds!
    Read 1,385 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A-
      Party Scene
    • 17% Acceptance Rate
    • $28,824 Net Price
    • 1400-1570 SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  6. Northwest Missouri State University

    • 4 Year
    • Maryville, MO
    • 1,020
    5 Top Party Schools in Missouri

    Senior: This university is an excellent place to learn and grow. Every professor and staff member is interested in your success. The student to teacher ratio is a small amount, which allows them more time to help when needed. Life on campus is also great. There are many services that are available to the all students. Everyone on campus is so friendly and welcoming. The campus itself is also beautiful. The community in Maryville is very proud of their Bearcats. It shows at sporting events, music events, Greek Life events, and more. Northwest is an amazing place to be!
    Read 1,020 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A-
      Party Scene
    • 74% Acceptance Rate
    • $11,262 Net Price
    • 880-1110 SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  7. Southeast Missouri State University

    • 4 Year
    • Cape Girardeau, MO
    • 930
    6 Top Party Schools in Missouri

    Freshman: Southeast is a great place to learn. The instructors and all staff are very professional and courteous. The services, such as Learning Assistance Programs, including tutoring, College Success Seminar, Educational Access Programs, Management and Student success are so accomodating. All students are given every opportunity to take advantage of the programs available designed to foster a learning and earning a degree. I absolutely love it!
    Read 930 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A-
      Party Scene
    • 83% Acceptance Rate
    • $11,776 Net Price
    • 878-1136 SAT Range
    Will You Get In?
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  9. Rockhurst University

    • 4 Year
    • Kansas City, MO
    • 353
    7 Top Party Schools in Missouri

    Senior: I transferred from a school in Chicago, I chose to go here mainly for the education. The Physical Therapy school here is great, and I really enjoy how every class that I take is applied to what I want to do in the future, which is to go to PT school. As well as having certain clubs and opportunities to get involved around campus and possible interact with your professors (if you decide to attend PT school at Rockhurst). Rockhurst University is great because from your freshman year to your senior year, you will gain a lot of connections with people who either work in the field that you want to enter or can help you be meet someone who is in that field. Service is also a huge part of Rockhurst, rather it be cleaning up the Kansas City area, or working with children and helping them stay active.
    Read 353 Reviews

    • A-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A-
      Party Scene
    • 74% Acceptance Rate
    • $23,753 Net Price
    • 986-1166 SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  10. University of Central Missouri

    • 4 Year
    • Warrensburg, MO
    • 1,120
    8 Top Party Schools in Missouri

    Junior: Great programs and professors! Small community makes it feel like home. Tons of student activities that will keep you busy and they're a great way to meet new people.
    There's Chick-fil-A in the student center, you
    can't beat that. The gym is renovated and awesome! It's worth the time to tour the campus. It is beautiful. The advisors are also very knowledgeable and will help you meet your goals. They watch out for you even when you think they're not 😁 My only complaint is parking... Make sure you have some comfortable tennis shoes for all of the walking. They're is help everywhere for you, this school really want you to achieve!
    Read 1,120 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A-
      Party Scene
    • 75% Acceptance Rate
    • $13,567 Net Price
    • — SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  11. Saint Louis University

    • 4 Year
    • St. Louis, MO
    • 1,918
    9 Top Party Schools in Missouri

    Freshman: I love SLU! All of the students and staff that I have encountered are very friendly and helpful. The campus is one of the best that I have ever seen, from the dorms to the historic buildings to the even the athletic fields. There are also plenty of tools to help students succeed and a strong emphasis is put on making sure students taken care of in every aspect. However, the biggest downside to SLU is the cost. Tuition is very expensive along with housing and pretty much everything else. However, I think it is worth it because you can't really put a price on a good education!
    Read 1,918 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B+
      Party Scene
    • 65% Acceptance Rate
    • $33,222 Net Price
    • 1110-1330 SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  14. Missouri University of Science & Technology

    • 4 Year
    • Rolla, MO
    • 913
    10 Top Party Schools in Missouri

    Freshman: MOST is a really good school. It gets a lot of flack for being a tough school, but it's not only hard, it's a really good school with great programs. The professors, TA's and other administrators will help you succeed and help you pass. The coursework is hard, but every student is given all the tools necessary to succeed here.
    The campus is really nice too! Small and easy to navigate, the campus is both cool and charming.
    Read 913 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B+
      Party Scene
    • 79% Acceptance Rate
    • $13,874 Net Price
    • 1186-1376 SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  15. Westminster College - Missouri

    • 4 Year
    • Fulton, MO
    • 229
    11 Top Party Schools in Missouri

    Sophomore: I have enjoyed Westminster for many reasons. The main reasons as to why I have enjoyed Westminster the most is because of the small class sizes, typically a 20:1 ration. This allows for students to feel more connected with the professors than they would at a large University with 200+ students in one lecture hall. I also really enjoy the quality of the professors. For such a small private liberal arts college the professors are A+ material, and they really care that you succeed. I also enjoy the diversity of the students because of the fact that many international students attend the College along with study abroad programs which brings a diverse group of people from countries all around the world to small Fulton, Missouri.
    Read 229 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B+
      Party Scene
    • 65% Acceptance Rate
    • $20,601 Net Price
    • 850-1180 SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  16. Drury University

    • 4 Year
    • Springfield, MO
    • 592
    12 Top Party Schools in Missouri

    Sophomore: Drury University in Springfield, Missouri has provided me with an excellent beginning to my academic and athletic collegiate career. Drury is a smaller school in a bigger town of about 200,000. What I like best about Drury is the sense of community and feeling of family that is established by the students and professors alike. Everyone at Drury is in it together and this provides a very healthy environment that allows you to learn and do your work in the most efficient way. I hope to see Drury continue to grow in size and still keep its community feeling.
    Read 592 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B+
      Party Scene
    • 70% Acceptance Rate
    • $22,181 Net Price
    • 1010-1220 SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  18. Kansas City Art Institute

    • 4 Year
    • Kansas City, MO
    • 297
    13 Top Party Schools in Missouri

    Freshman: Poor rooming conditions. Heating is non existent to the point where it's freezing even in the summer. There is a hole in the wall and occasionally you can hear rustling sounds coming from within it in the night. I was promised a fitness center, but alas my tuition only covers free Zumba lessons from a faculty member. If I had to describe the food as a color, it would be medi'ochre'. Ha! However, I agree... Ric's cous cous is divine! The people are great and some professors will work with you.
    Read 297 Reviews

    • B-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B+
      Party Scene
    • 65% Acceptance Rate
    • $29,003 Net Price
    • 940-1230 SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  19. Truman State University

    • 4 Year
    • Kirksville, MO
    • 959
    14 Top Party Schools in Missouri

    Junior: Truman State University is a school for individuals who are willing to dedicate themselves to their major and academia. The students are academically motivated and are always able to manage their school with friends and family. It is a University that is small, but can offer so many opportunities for students who are motivated to see what the collegiate experience can offer. Overall, the University provides an ideal situation for those who are not aiming for a large campus or large school. Buildings are no more than 10 minutes away from one another and the chances of bumping into someone you know is very high. Students tend to be interactive when walking to classes and it is just a healthy environment for students who are wanting to get to know others in their major and in the dorms and all over campus. I highly recommend Truman State University and any student can get the most from attending this University!
    Read 959 Reviews

    • A-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B
      Party Scene
    • 68% Acceptance Rate
    • $12,478 Net Price
    • 1070-1330 SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  20. University of Missouri - Kansas City

    • 4 Year
    • Kansas City, MO
    • 1,251
    15 Top Party Schools in Missouri

    Junior: I have been at UMKC for a year and have loved every moment! I transferred to this university because of the area and the diversity. The diversity in students and areas of study are amazing. At my previous college, I did not feel as though I belonged; at UMKC I feel a sense of belonging and happy. The amount of majors you can pick from is amazing, not many schools offer a Criminal Justice major. They also have programs such as the 90+ program which is great if you are thinking about law school. Every advisor I have met has assured me with their knowledge on the courses and major audits. I feel good knowing every class helps me meet a requirement. The campus is right in the heart of Kansas City, this makes it so that everything is within reach. I have a shopping center, places to eat, museums, and much more around me. Overall, UMKC is one of the best decisions I have made.
    Read 1,251 Reviews

    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B
      Party Scene
    • 62% Acceptance Rate
    • $15,368 Net Price
    • 980-1300 SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  21. Lincoln University - Missouri

    • 4 Year
    • Jefferson City, MO
    • 329
    16 Top Party Schools in Missouri

    Freshman: Lincoln - Missouri is a public university located in Jefferson City, Missouri in the Columbia, MO Area. As a historically black college, Lincoln has a strong history of and commitment to the education of black Americans. It is a small institution with an enrollment of 1,851 undergraduate students. The Lincoln - Missouri acceptance rate is 100%. Popular majors include Nursing, Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration, and Liberal Arts and Humanities. Graduating 22% of students, Lincoln - Missouri alumni go on to earn a starting salary of $24,700.
    Read 329 Reviews

    • C
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B
      Party Scene
    • 100% Acceptance Rate
    • $10,387 Net Price
    • — SAT Range
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  22. Fontbonne University

    • 4 Year
    • St. Louis, MO
    • 218
    17 Top Party Schools in Missouri

    Junior: I love Fontbonne University! It's a small campus which makes getting around to classes super easy. It also means that everyone knows everyone else, and everyone on campus, staff, faculty, and students are friendly! The buildings are nice and classrooms are comfortable. Fontbonne recently added a new parking lot which helped a lot. Fontbonne also offers a lot of activities and fun events. The only thing I would change is the cost of parking passes. FBU is a private University so tuition is crazy expensive and so are parking passes. I feel like since we already pay a ton in tuition, parking passes should be cheaper, if not free! But overall I'm proud to be a Griffin!
    Read 218 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B
      Party Scene
    • 97% Acceptance Rate
    • $18,514 Net Price
    • 1001-1190 SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  25. Columbia College - Missouri

    • 4 Year
    • Columbia, MO
    • 609
    18 Top Party Schools in Missouri

    Sophomore: I love the small classroom sizes and the way the professors help each individual to succeed. I have been a day, evening, and online student. I personally enjoy a hybrid of evening and online the best so I can work during the day and still get lecture time to explain things better. Also, as an evening student the books are included in the tuition so no hidden fees! I would say most class sizes are a 1:13 ratio for evening campus. I feel like there are many intermediate steps in each class to make sure a person can really understand the concepts and assignments. I love this school! My heart will always be with CC!
    Read 609 Reviews

    • C+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B
      Party Scene
    • 100% Acceptance Rate
    • $10,685 Net Price
    • — SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  26. Maryville University

    • 4 Year
    • Saint Louis, MO
    • 522
    19 Top Party Schools in Missouri

    Freshman: I love Maryville! The campus is beautiful and the environment is very welcoming! I've attended her for two semesters now, and the life coaches have been extremely helpful. I switched majors in between semesters and the instructors of the design program have been extremely helpful in getting me on track.
    Read 522 Reviews

    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B
      Party Scene
    • 93% Acceptance Rate
    • $26,654 Net Price
    • 900-1150 SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  27. Culver-Stockton College

    • 4 Year
    • Canton, MO
    • 236
    20 Top Party Schools in Missouri

    Sophomore: I absolutely love the education here! The professors get in touch with their students to make them feel welcome and help understand the class work. I’m very far from home but I know I’ve made my best choice with Culver-Stockton College!
    Read 236 Reviews

    • B-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B
      Party Scene
    • 58% Acceptance Rate
    • $19,747 Net Price
    • 850-1000 SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  28. St. Louis College of Pharmacy

    • 4 Year
    • Saint Louis, MO
    • 139
    21 Top Party Schools in Missouri

    Sophomore: This college is so amazing. The people there are so generous and helpful. They make you feel like family there. All of the curriculum is based on pharmacy, so everything you need to know about becoming a pharmacist is there. I highly recommend to anyone out there wanting to pursue pharmacy as a career.
    Read 139 Reviews

    • A-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B
      Party Scene
    • 71% Acceptance Rate
    • $26,252 Net Price
    • 1121-1265 SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  29. Park University

    • 4 Year
    • Parkville, MO
    • 1,198

    Senior: My experience at Park University has been great! Because I work in the daytime, I decided to enroll in online classes. This option has enabled me to work on my BS in Social psychology and also be able to continue to provide for my family at the same time. The instructors are motivational and really encourage students to work hard in class and participate in group study. The instructors are always open to read emails from students and answer any questions that you might have about the reading material, quizzes, and any other assignments.
    Read 1,198 Reviews

    • B-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B-
      Party Scene
    • 85% Acceptance Rate
    • $15,418 Net Price
    • — SAT Range
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  32. University of Missouri - St. Louis

    • 4 Year
    • Saint Louis, MO
    • 912

    Senior: Attending UMSL has been the most educationally enlightening experience of my life, and I have met some of the most creative, interesting and inspiring professors and students. I believe with the knowledge I am acquiring and the ability to communicate with diverse audiences, I am inspired and motivated to seek higher education in order to create a better quality of life for me and my family. UMSL has opportunities for developing leadership, networking, mentoring and team concepts that can put you on a path to achieve your educational goal. Current statistics of high school dropout rates and lack of accreditation of schools convinces me there is an opportunity for me to become a part of the solution. My passion is to help the youth. I re-entered school to gain tools in communications. I think I will be equipped and on my way to become an author and a public speaker after completing a degree in communications.
    Read 912 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B-
      Party Scene
    • 71% Acceptance Rate
    • $8,774 Net Price
    • 940-1080 SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  33. Avila University

    • 4 Year
    • Kansas City, MO
    • 393

    Freshman: Avila is a very great place to be! There's people here from all over the world. It is a smaller university, though. This is beneficial because it gives you more undecided attention and help with or from your instructors, counselors, and mentors. It's also beneficial because it is a way of getting to know your peers better. Also, Avila is a great athlete school so if you're interested in any sport and would like to receive scholarships, it's a perfect fit! Like I stated before, there's people from all over the world here, and most are athletes!
    Read 393 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B-
      Party Scene
    • 56% Acceptance Rate
    • $19,871 Net Price
    • 880-1020 SAT Range
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  34. Central Methodist University

    • 4 Year
    • Fayette, MO
    • 269

    Sophomore: I like that the campus is small and you can walk to all classes. The staff is friendly and professional and always willing to help or find the appropriate office/staff to assist. The food can be really good but not always. There are so many activities to be involved in even if your not an athlete! Overall the town of Fayette is small with few eating, off campus activities but it is centrally located so it is just a short drive to the mall, etc. Tuition is about 30K per year a little high but they work with students to find scholarships, grants, etc to help lower the cost. The dorms are old and some outdated but there is construction on campus to update facilities.
    Read 269 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B-
      Party Scene
    • 61% Acceptance Rate
    • $21,184 Net Price
    • 840-990 SAT Range
    Will You Get In?
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    Worcester Polytechnic Institute

    • 4 Year
    • Worcester, MA
    • 638

    Sophomore: I began my experience at WPI when I was a little girl going to my dad’s work, seeing his lab and wanting to be a scientist there just like him. I now attend school there and work in the psychology lab and study psychological science. WPI is on the smaller side and allows me to navigate, build relationships with my professors and easily recognize people all around campus. The reputation and opportunities the school has to offer are incredible. They really set you up for a career after graduation. One thing I want to see change is the diversity in majors and growing the humanities department. Science and math mixed with cultural studies, english, religion, language and psychology would make an even more well rounded individual and school. Overall I love my experience.
    Read 638 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 48% Acceptance Rate
    • $40,666 Net Price
    • 1310-1480 SAT Range
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    Wheaton College - Massachusetts

    • 4 Year
    • Norton, MA
    • 604

    Senior: All of my professors have been incredibly enthusiastic and passionate about their work, which translates very well in the classroom. They have also been astoundingly devoted to helping their students outside of the classroom. Even a professor who retired years ago still meets with me to discuss research and help me with my projects! I can’t say enough good things about the academics here. I love the political climate as well. It’s such a welcoming, inclusive community dedicated to becoming better and better everyday.

    Additionally-the dorms are huge compared to most univeristy dorms! Especially the ones for freshmen, so fret not about not being able to fit all your stuff!
    Read 604 Reviews

    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 67% Acceptance Rate
    • $32,821 Net Price
    • — SAT Range
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