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Columbia, MO - Collegetown U.S.A.
The city of Columbia, Missouri is geographically located in the center of
the United States. Columbia is conveniently located between Missouri's two
major cities, St. Louis and Kansas City. Both cities have international
airports and shuttle services. Only a two-hour drive from either city, Columbia
is an easy destination for international students.
Our city offers a pleasing blend of sophistication and small-city charm
in a culturally diverse community. With a population of 100,000, including
26,000 college students at three separate campuses, Columbia offers big
city amenities while preserving small city comforts. The presence of two
small private colleges and one large university has earned Columbia the
nickname of "Collegetown, U.S.A.". The atmosphere places an obvious
emphasis on higher education and creates a stimulating environment for students
to live and learn.
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| Columbia is consistently ranked in the top "Best Places to Live
in the Nation" by Money Magazine in its annual survey of the 300
largest metropolitan areas. |
National magazines consistently rank Columbia as a top city in which to live for
safety, high quality health care, educational facilities, cultural opportunities and
cost of living. Shops, restaurants, galleries, comedy clubs, concert halls, dance clubs,
theatres and cafes are plentiful in the lively downtown area, many of them within
walking distance of Columbia College. A large shopping mall is only a short city bus
ride away and is a popular destination for students.
If you enjoy the outdoors, Columbia offers a number of parks and trails for walking,
jogging and biking, including the popular MKT Nature and Fitness Trail. Being located in
the center of America, Columbia experiences relatively mild winters and pleasant
summers. Spring, summer and autumn are especially vibrant in Missouri with the abundance
of beautiful trees and flowers.
Columbia is large enough
to provide many things for you to experience, but small enough to avoid
many of the problems of large cities. International students are especially
attracted by the openness and welcoming spirit that is typical of Missouri.
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