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Missouri State University-Springfield

Springfield, MO · Public · Midsize city · Website

Admission rate
91%
Open
Average net price
$17,270
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
59%
Median earnings
$52,782
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Missouri State University-Springfield is a public college in Springfield, MO with 13,313 undergraduates. It admits 91% of applicants, and admitted students average 1122 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $17,270 per year ($13,696 for families earning under $30,000). 59% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $52,782 ten years after enrolling.

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Admissions

Admission rate
91%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
11,901
Fall 2023
Admitted
10,836
Fall 2023
Yield
26%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing510–640
200800
SAT Math510–630
200800
ACT Composite19–26
136

What Missouri State University-Springfield looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkNot considered
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementNot considered
  • RecommendationsNot considered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$25,632
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$10,128
Out-of-state tuition
$19,760

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$13,696
  • $30–48k$12,555
  • $48–75k$13,449
  • $75–110k$17,578
  • $110k+$21,357

Get a personal estimate with Missouri State University-Springfield's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
59%
Freshman retention
77%
Median earnings
$52,782
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$20,400
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
13,313
Student–faculty ratio
21:1
Receive Pell grants
24%
  • White78%
  • Hispanic6%
  • Black4%
  • Asian2%

Missouri State University-Springfield FAQ

What is Missouri State University-Springfield's acceptance rate?+

Missouri State University-Springfield admits 91% of applicants, which makes it open.

What SAT score do you need for Missouri State University-Springfield?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 510–640 on SAT Reading and Writing and 510–630 on SAT Math; the average total is 1122.

What ACT score do you need for Missouri State University-Springfield?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 19–26.

Is Missouri State University-Springfield test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Missouri State University-Springfield?+

In Fall 2023, 11,901 students applied to Missouri State University-Springfield and 10,836 were admitted; 2,841 enrolled.

Does Missouri State University-Springfield consider legacy status?+

No. Missouri State University-Springfield reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Missouri State University-Springfield require an essay?+

Missouri State University-Springfield reported that an essay or personal statement is not considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Missouri State University-Springfield cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $25,632 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $17,270.

What is Missouri State University-Springfield's graduation rate?+

59% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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