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Missouri State University West Plains

West Plains, Missouri

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Overview

Enrollment

1,770
Missouri State University West Plains overview
Location West Plains, Missouri
Online missouristate.edu
School Type Public 2 Year
Setting Remote Town
Missouri State University West Plains overview
Size Small
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad
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Missouri State University-West Plains serves as a two-year public institution in the south-central Missouri city of West Plains, located approximately 100 miles southeast of Springfield. The campus occupies several blocks in downtown West Plains, featuring a mix of historic and modern academic buildings integrated with the local community. Established in 1963 as a branch campus of Missouri State University, MSU-West Plains provides associate degrees and certificate programs, with particular emphasis on nursing, business, and technology programs. The institution maintains an open admission policy and serves as a primary educational hub for the Missouri Ozarks region, offering students both residential housing options in Grizzly House and traditional commuter services. The campus operates as part of the Missouri State University system while maintaining its distinct identity as the Grizzlies, competing in NJCAA Division I athletics.

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Admission Requirements

Open Admission

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Annual Cost to Attend

Missouri Resident Tuition

$4,230
In State Costs for Missouri State University West Plains
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$948
Other Fees$720
Room and Board $6,750
Budget for Other Expenses$3,667
Total One Year Cost$16,315

Out of State Resident Tuition

$8,460
Out of State Costs for Missouri State University West Plains
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$948
Other Fees$720
Room and Board $6,750
Budget for Other Expenses$3,667
Total One Year Cost$20,545

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$30,500 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

Data Not Available

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by Missouri State University West Plains students
Subject Percent of Class
Liberal Arts and Humanities 69%
Health Professions 15%
Agriculture 4%
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting 3%
Business 3%

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=179344 IPEDS survey data for Missouri State University West Plains.

Current students may use the Missouri State University West Plains GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.

Last updated February 24, 2024