The UM System is a vital educational institution in Missouri that provides teaching, research, service, and economic development to the state. Comprised of four campuses - the University of Missouri-Columbia, the University of Missouri-Kansas City, Missouri University of Science and Technology, and the University of Missouri-St. Louis - the UM System offers a wide range of academic programs and services.

In addition to these campuses, the UM System includes a statewide healthcare system, research parks, agricultural research stations, and a network of small business and technology development centers. With a $3. 0 billion budget, the UM System is an essential asset for the state, attracting funding for research and generating economic growth.

The centralized administration allows for efficient resource allocation, freeing up campus resources for teaching and research. With over 75,000 students and a dedicated faculty and staff, the UM System is committed to achieving excellence in knowledge creation and dissemination, fostering innovation, and advancing the educational, health, cultural, social, and economic interests of Missouri and beyond