Test-optional colleges in Missouri
These colleges told the U.S. Department of Education that SAT or ACT scores are not required for admission (College Scorecard, 2024–25). Policies change and can differ for international applicants, scholarships or specific programs, so confirm on each college's admissions page.
Colleges (41)
| College | Federal test policy | SAT middle 50% | ACT middle 50% |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona College of Nursing-St Louis | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Avila University | Considered but not required | 800–960 | 16–21 |
| Central Methodist University-College of Graduate and Extended Studies | Considered but not required | — | 19–25 |
| Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences | Considered but not required | 960–1045 | 17–23 |
| Chamberlain University-Missouri | Considered but not required | — | — |
| Cottey College | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Culver-Stockton College | Considered but not required | — | — |
| Drury University | Considered but not required | 1130–1290 | 22–29 |
| Evangel University | Considered but not required | 1040–1260 | 21–27 |
| Evangel University-College of Online Learning | Considered but not required | — | — |
| Hannibal-LaGrange University | Considered but not required | — | 15–24 |
| Kansas City Art Institute | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Lindenwood University | Considered but not required | — | 22–28 |
| Logan University | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Maryville University of Saint Louis | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Missouri Baptist University | Considered but not required | — | 12–18 |
| Missouri Southern State University | Considered but not required | 1150–1420 | 17–24 |
| Missouri State University-Springfield | Considered but not required | 1020–1270 | 19–26 |
| Missouri University of Science and Technology | Considered but not required | 1190–1420 | 25–31 |
| Missouri Valley College | Considered but not required | 895–1115 | 16–20 |
| Northwest Missouri State University | Considered but not required | 976–1193 | 19–24 |
| Ozark Christian College | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Rockhurst University | Considered but not required | — | 19–26 |
| Saint Louis University | Considered but not required | 1200–1410 | 25–31 |
| Southeast Missouri State University | Considered but not required | — | 15–20 |
| Southwest Baptist University | Considered but not required | 810–1210 | 17–26 |
| Stephens College | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Stevens-The Institute of Business & Arts | Considered but not required | — | — |
| Truman State University | Considered but not required | 1170–1370 | 25–31 |
| University of Central Missouri | Considered but not required | — | 17–24 |
| University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis | Considered but not required | 1055–1240 | 18–25 |
| University of Missouri-Columbia | Considered but not required | 1150–1330 | 23–30 |
| University of Missouri-Kansas City | Considered but not required | 1290–1550 | 20–28 |
| University of Missouri-St Louis | Considered but not required | 1060–1290 | 19–27 |
| Urshan University | Considered but not required | 798–1105 | 18–21 |
| Washington University in St Louis | Considered but not required | 1500–1570 | 33–35 |
| Webster University | Considered but not required | 1110–1310 | 18–25 |
| Westminster College | Considered but not required | 990–1250 | 19–24 |
| William Jewell College | Considered but not required | 1080–1270 | 18–24 |
| William Woods University | Considered but not required | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, admissions test requirements and SAT/ACT percentiles, 2024–25. Cost and aid in Missouri · SAT guide · ACT guide