Set Yourself Up for Success

Mizzou’s Student Support Sidekick

Ask Roary

Make sure your cell number is updated in MyZou to receive texts from Roary throughout the semester. Save Roary’s contact info after check-in to be able to text questions 24/7 throughout the semester which Roary will answer from our in-depth knowledge base. Take advantage of this virtual campus helper!

Hands holding phone showing Roary on screen

Get Connected

Find your community during involvement week

Find fellow students who share similar interests to you! Next week, Jan. 26-31, 2026 focuses on ways to get involved and connected to campus. Each day will be filled with experiences, fairs, and showcases that will provide new doors and opportunities. All will help you to find your community and make your mark on campus.

Students at involvement week campus resource fair.

Keep safety and security as your #1 priority.

Stay safe

We want our Tigers to stay safe! Registering your personal belongings (phone, laptop, tablet or bike) increases the chance of having them returned if they are lost or stolen. MUPD also offers a multitude of self-defense courses that cater to different audiences and experience levels.

Apply by Feb. 1

Help minimize college debt

Maximize your financial aid opportunities by completing your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and your General MU Scholarship Application in your ScholarshipUniverse portal. (Search “General” in ScholarshipUniverse.)

Student with Financial Aid Advisor.

Gain a global perspective

Explore your stripes abroad

Discover the world while earning credit toward your Mizzou degree, develop professional skills and boost your confidence! Mizzou Study Abroad offers programs for every major in more than 50 countries, including internship, research and community engaged learning opportunities. It’s never too early to start planning — and applications for most summer and fall 2026 programs are due Feb. 15.

Activate your STRIPES x Uber account

Mizzou's official safe ride program

STRIPES is a safe ride program, in partnership with Uber, available for undergraduate and graduate students who pay the student activity fee. Students will receive up to $10 worth of Uber rides from downtown Columbia to their residence each month throughout the academic year. Services are available every Friday and Saturday from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Student using STRIPES.

Give back with Mizzou Alternative Breaks

Go beyond campus and make an impact

Volunteer alongside fellow Tigers and support communities in need on a service trip this spring.

Students in front of house they built for Habitat for Humanity.

Attend Mizzou Leadership Institute

Elevate your leadership journey

Register for the Mizzou Leadership Institute held on Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026. Whether you’re just starting or looking to refine your style, the Mizzou Leadership Institute is open to every Tiger no matter your major or year at Mizzou. Lead through connection and unlock your leadership potential.

Student at Mizzou Leadership Institute.

Just transfer here?

Find your connection

As you’ve gone throughout your college journey, we are so excited that it now has led you to Mizzou and we are thrilled to have you join our Tiger Family! Transfer Experience and Advising Mentors (TEAM) is a student organization that fosters connection and community amongst our transfer students, making Mizzou the place to be for Transfer students.

Students talking in Transfer Center.

Payment plan enrollment deadline

Don’t want late fees?

Enroll in a payment plan by Feb. 9 or pay your account balance in full by Feb. 10.

Student holding financial success document.

Faculty & Staff Toolkits

Weekly toolkits are available for faculty and staff to communicate what Tigers need to know. Toolkits include:

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