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5.31.2024
Ready to kickstart your college search? Join us for a Summer Visit Day on June 25 or July 19! You'll learn about the Missouri State experience straight from current students. Plus, you'll have opportunities to talk to campus staff about ways you can learn and thrive on campus. Learn More
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About
SPRINGFIELD, MO 65897
About Missouri State...
- Common App Accepted
- No Application Fee
- Public College
- SAT/ACT Optional
Athletic Division
NCAA Division I-FCS
Athletic Conference
Missouri Valley Conference
- Missouri
- Springfield
From Missouri State University
When you stand up. When you have the world's attention. When you have your chance to be heard. What statement will you make?
This question is central to the positive impact we make in our state and beyond. With it, we empower students and campus community members to become global citizens who influence society for the better.
At Missouri State, you can choose from 170+ undergraduate programs in business, education, health, the arts, agriculture and more. Outside the classroom, you’ll find 375+ organizations and traditions celebrating the Bears all year long.
We also believe in experiences like internships, networking and educational trips. With 92% of our graduates securing employment or continuing their education within six months of graduation, you'll be ready to change the world as a Citizen Bear.
Upcoming Events
June28
June Summer Visit Day
Robert W. Plaster Student Union, 1110 E Madison St, Springfield, MO 65897
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Summer is the perfect time check out those colleges you've been thinking about. Join usfor our June Summer Visit Dayopen house event! You'll have opportunities to tour Missouri State's campus, hear from a panel of current students, learn about cost and financial aid options, participate in exciting academic experiences and more.
Summer is the perfect time check out those colleges you've been thinking about. Join usfor our June Summer Visit Dayopen house event! You'll have opportunities to tour Missouri State's campus, hear from a panel of current students, learn about cost and financial aid options, participate in exciting academic experiences and more.
July19
July Summer Visit Day
Robert W. Plaster Student Union, 1110 E Madison St, Springfield, MO 65897
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Want to stop by our campus before summer wraps up? Join usfor our July Summer Visit Dayopen house event! You'll have opportunities to tour Missouri State's campus, hear from a panel of current students, learn about cost and financial aid options, participate in exciting academic experiences and more.
Want to stop by our campus before summer wraps up? Join usfor our July Summer Visit Dayopen house event! You'll have opportunities to tour Missouri State's campus, hear from a panel of current students, learn about cost and financial aid options, participate in exciting academic experiences and more.
Branch Campuses
Branch Campuses of Missouri State University
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- gradeC+Missouri State University - West Plains2 Year WEST PLAINS, MO Rating 3.33 out of 5 145 reviews
- gradeunavailableMissouri State Online4 Year (Online) SPRINGFIELD, MO
Missouri State University Rankings
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Admissions
Application Deadline
Deadline for application submissions. Please contact the school for more details.
Rolling Admissions
Acceptance Rate
93%
SAT Range
990-1230
ACT Range
20-26
Application Fee
$0
SAT/ACT
Considered but not required
High School GPA
Required
Accepts Common App
Yes
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Will You Get Into MSU?
Test Scores and High School GPA for Missouri State University
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Cost
Net Price
$17,677/ year
National
$15,523
Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$8,049/ year
National
$7,535
Students Receiving Financial Aid
100%
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Academics
Professors
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Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
16:1
Evening Degree Programs
Yes
80%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.136 responses
67%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.163 responses
65%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.161 responses
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Majors
Most Popular Majors
288 Graduates
Business
261 Graduates
Elementary Education
178 Graduates
Marketing
177 Graduates
139 Graduates
Biology
127 Graduates
Criminology
120 Graduates
Nursing
110 Graduates
High School Education
100 Graduates
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MoState Access Award
Concerned that costs might keep you from attending Missouri State? You could pay $0 in tuition and fees through the MoState Access Award! To qualify, you must be a first-time Missouri State student who resides in Missouri and qualifies for the Federal Pell Grant. This award covers what other scholarships and grants don’t.
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Programs Offered Entirely Online
Total number of complete undergraduate programs offered online or through distance learning.
Offers Online Courses
College offers distance education courses.
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
Total number of certificate degree programs offered online or through distance education.
Online Associates Programs
Total number of associate degree programs offered online or through distance education.
Online Bachelor's Programs
Total number of bachelor's degree programs offered online or through distance education.
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How Students Learn
Based on class setting of student enrollment.
Mix of Online and on Campus
38%
On Campus
52%
Online
10%
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
11,341Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
7,078
Undergrads Over 25
9%
Pell Grant
29%
Varsity Athletes
3%
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on
130 responses
Determined
27%
Real
15%
Ambitious
14%
Searching
13%
Connected
11%
Indifferent
5%
Lost
3%
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Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
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53%
of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.190 responses
Poll
47%
of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life.216 responses
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
Based on
140 responses
Find your passion. Find your place
36%
Follow your passion. Find your place
25%
Bear Up
11%
Very professional learning atmosphere
8%
Comfortable
5%
Home away from home
5%
Mediocre
5%
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After College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$39,300/ year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
58%
National
49%
Employed 2 Years After Graduation
93%
National
83%
86%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.91 responses
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Missouri State University Reviews
Rating 3.78 out of 5 2,220 reviews
Rating 4 out of 5
Missouri State is a lot of fun! It provides an ample number of opportunities for students to get involved, with a large number of clubs and events! They have a rather diverse group of students and are very welcoming. They are also pretty good at providing accommodations to students who need them, for any reason. And if a teacher specifically refuses to give you the accommodation you need, you can go to the Dean, and they can override the teacher's decision!
- Sophom*ore
- 2 days ago
Rating 5 out of 5
I highly recommend attendance at Missouri State University. The advisors are well trained and efficient in working with students to find the best path. The professors are organized and helpful. There are plenty of resources for additional help as needed. The buildings are clean and easy to navigate. Quite a bit of the course work is online these days, as well as the textbooks. As an older student not up to date on computers this was a challenge. I would recommend a resource for help with that, but it was not terribly difficult to learn and adjust. Overall, very pleased with my first year as a transfer student and looking forward to the remainder of my time at MSU.
- Junior
- 24 days ago
Rating 5 out of 5
I very much enjoyed my time at Missouri State University. The undergraduate program I was enrolled in did a great job at preparing me for graduate school. Most of my professors were very involved and willing to help us out however they could. They all seem quite passionate about their job which made a big difference. The university itself provided lots of student activities and ways to plug in and get involved. Overall, I am pleased with my experience at MSU.
- Graduate Student
- 7 days ago
