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University of Missouri Health Care

One Hospital Drive, Columbia, MO 65212

County:BooneCBSA Area:Columbia, MOOwnership:GovernmentType:Acute Care

At a glance

University of Missouri Health Care is a government-affiliated acute care facility located in Columbia, a mid-size city in Missouri, offering a supportive environment for healthcare professionals. The hospital has a history of hiring international nurses, including those on OPT and EB3 visas, which may indicate openness to international applicants. Its setting in a diverse community and connection to educational resources make it a potentially good fit for international nurses seeking professional growth.

Hospital information

Hospital Type
Acute Care
Emergency Services
Yes
Bed Count
596
RN Count
1,159
Magnet Status
No
Ownership
Government
Licensure in Missouri

Global workforce

Credentials Accepted
CGFNS CES, Josef Silny
CGFNS Qualifying Exam
No
English Proficiency
TOEFL or IELTS
Fingerprinting
Yes
Nurse Licensure Compact
Yes

Comprehensive application process

Columbia, MO overview

Financials

Median $81,370
$59,600
10th
$102,610
90th
Cost of Living Index
89.28(10.72 below national average)

Adjusting RN median for local prices: $91,140 (-3% vs US median).

100 = national average. Below 100 means goods, housing, and services cost less than the US average; above 100 means they cost more. Based on BEA Regional Price Parities.

Salary: Registered Nurses, May 2024 · U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS. Cost of living: BEA Regional Price Parities (2023).

Travel insights

Nearest Airports
  • Columbia Regional Airport
  • Waynesville-St. Robert Regional Forney field
  • Kirksville Regional Airport
  • Quincy Regional Baldwin Field
  • Quincy Regional Baldwin Field

Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.

Metro area stats

Population
129,115
Mid-Size City (50k–199k)
International Population
9,549
Population with Bachelor's+
59,618

Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.

Education access ranking

Missouri state-level ranking (1 = best, 50 = worst).

Pre-K–1232nd of 50Bottom 50%
1 (best)50
Higher Ed30th of 50Bottom 50%
1 (best)50
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