Overview
Enrollment
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| Location | Kirksville, Missouri |
| Online | truman.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Remote Town |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in the rural town of Kirksville in northeastern Missouri, Truman State University is the state's designated public liberal arts and sciences institution. The 180-acre main campus features primarily red-brick Georgian-style architecture and modern academic facilities surrounded by mature trees and open spaces. Established in 1867 as a teacher training school, Truman has evolved into a selective undergraduate university known for its strong liberal arts curriculum and pre-professional programs, particularly in health sciences and education. The university maintains a residential campus character with most students living in on-campus housing during their first two years, and its athletic teams, known as the Bulldogs, compete in NCAA Division II. Core academic strengths include sciences, mathematics, business, and a notable undergraduate research program that pairs students with faculty mentors.
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Truman State is rated within the top 35% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Truman State University within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#288 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#79 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#6 in Best Colleges in Missouri
#4 in Best Public Colleges in Missouri
#101 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#3 in Best Value Colleges in Missouri
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1126/1318 |
| ACT | 23/29 |
| GPA | 3.81 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Missouri Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,100 |
| Other Fees | $338 |
| Room and Board | $10,701 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,180 |
| Total One Year Cost | $25,451 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,100 |
| Other Fees | $338 |
| Room and Board | $10,701 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,180 |
| Total One Year Cost | $33,851 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 15% |
| Biology | 10% |
| Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 10% |
| English and Literature | 10% |
| Psychology | 9% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=178615 IPEDS survey data for Truman State University.
Current students may use the Truman State University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025