Take learning beyond the classroom
Maximize Your Missouri Method
Learn by doing
Land an Internship
Evaluate your interests, plan your career goals, and gain valuable hands-on experience. Some internships allow you to earn academic credit, pay or both.
![Student at internship.](https://success.missouri.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/23/2025/02/471634_20221110_SHP_Internship_ANL-016-6720x4480-1.png)
Create new knowledge
Undergraduate Research and Creative Scholarship
The Office of Undergraduate Research will help you each step of the way, from exploring your interests to connecting with a world-class mentor.
![Student at research event.](https://success.missouri.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/23/2024/03/undergrad-research-500x400-1.png)
Make an impact
Community Engaged Learning
Help solve real problems while developing important skills. The Office of Community Engaged Learning matches you with courses that benefit community partners, from nonprofits to small businesses.
![Students at community engaged learning event.](https://success.missouri.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/23/2025/02/IMG_8202-scaled-1-1024x768.jpg)
Go further, faster
Mizzou Leadership Institute
Register by Feb. 14 for the free Mizzou Leadership Institute and get a head start on your leadership journey.
![Student at Mizzou Leadership Institute.](https://success.missouri.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/23/2025/02/521200_20240406_SA_Mizzou-Leadership-Institute_CJH_0089.png)
Go beyond the columns
Gain a Global Perspective
Why study abroad? Take classes that count for your major, develop skills that employers look for, and gain confidence and independence. Mizzou has more than 250 programs to choose from.
![International flags on desk.](https://success.missouri.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/23/2024/03/study-abroad-500x400-1.png)
Explore funding opportunities
Global and National Fellowships
From freshman year on up, get assistance with finding and applying for competitive grants, scholarships and other funding for study, research or teaching.
![Student shaking hands at fellowship event.](https://success.missouri.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/23/2025/02/215567_20190311-Kemper-Fellow-Jennifer-Fellabaum-Toston-SEO-0037.png)
Disability accommodations beyond the classroom
Individualized Approach
If you qualify for accommodations, an access advisor can help you create a plan for opportunities like internships, study abroad and more.
![Student meeting with advisor.](https://success.missouri.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/23/2025/02/528238_20240517_DC-Disability-Center-SEO-0238.png)
Pro Tip
The Get Involved website is a hub for learning outside the classroom. Be sure to plan ahead for opportunities, including asking your instructors for letters of recommendation!
Faculty & Staff Toolkits
Weekly toolkits are available for faculty and staff to communicate what Tigers need to know. Toolkits include:
- Horizontal LED
- Vertical LED
- PPT slide
- Messaging