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Missouri State University Springfield

Springfield, Missouri

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Overview

Enrollment

22,535
Missouri State University Springfield overview
Location Springfield, Missouri
Online missouristate.edu
School Type Public 4 Year
Setting Midsize City
Missouri State University Springfield overview
Size Mid-size
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate
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Missouri State University-Springfield, established in 1905, is a public institution located in Springfield, Missouri, approximately 166 miles southwest of St. Louis. The university's campus is characterized by its traditional collegiate architecture with modern facilities, including residence halls that accommodate a considerable portion of the student body. Missouri State University-Springfield offers a breadth of undergraduate and graduate programs, with a notable emphasis on business, education, and health-related fields. The institution's application process is considered moderately selective. The university is also recognized for its commitment to public affairs, reflected in the integration of community engagement and leadership development into its curriculum. While Missouri State fields a variety of NCAA Division I athletic teams known as the Bears, it is not predominantly known for its athletic programs.

In the most recent statistical year 9,625 prospective students applied, and 8,909 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 2,332 enrolled in the school.  13,135 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 9,400 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $7,476 plus fees of $1,128. Missouri State University-Springfield is ranked 775 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.

Ratings

5/10

Overall

5/10

Academics

3/10

Resources

6/10

Outcomes

3/10

Value

Missouri State University-Springfield is rated within the lower 41% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated

Rankings

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Getting In

Admission Standards

Moderate
Missouri State University Springfield overview
SAT 973/1230
ACT 20/26
GPA 3.73

Applications Accepted

92.6% 
Missouri State University Springfield overview
Applications Due -
Applicant Competition Very Low
Application Fee $0

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Annual Cost to Attend

Missouri Resident Tuition

$7,476
In State Costs for Missouri State University Springfield
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,200
Other Fees$1,128
Room and Board $9,782
Budget for Other Expenses$4,436
Total One Year Cost$24,022

Out of State Resident Tuition

$16,016
Out of State Costs for Missouri State University Springfield
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,200
Other Fees$1,128
Room and Board $9,782
Budget for Other Expenses$4,436
Total One Year Cost$32,562

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$42,100 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

55% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by Missouri State University Springfield students
Subject Percent of Class
Business 33%
Education 13%
Social Sciences 8%
Communication 6%
Health Professions 5%

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Questions and Answers

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Last updated February 24, 2024