# Missouri State University-Springfield

Springfield, MO. Source page: https://www.dreamschool.co/colleges/missouri-state-university-springfield

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.

## Key facts

| Measure | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Admission rate | 91% (Fall 2024) |
| Testing policy | Test optional (considered if submitted) (Fall 2024) |
| Applicants | 11,901 (Fall 2023) |
| Admitted | 10,836 (Fall 2023) |
| SAT Reading & Writing (middle 50%) | 510–640 (Fall 2024) |
| SAT Math (middle 50%) | 510–630 (Fall 2024) |
| ACT Composite (middle 50%) | 19–26 (Fall 2024) |
| Cost of attendance | $25,632 (2024-25) |
| Average net price | $17,270 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $0–30k | $13,696 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $30–48k | $12,555 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $48–75k | $13,449 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $75–110k | $17,578 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $110k+ | $21,357 (2024-25) |
| Undergraduates | 13,313 (Fall 2024) |
| Graduation rate | 59% (Fall 2019) |
| Median earnings 10 years after enrolling | $52,782 (2023) |
| Median debt at graduation | $20,400 (FY2024) |

## What Missouri State University-Springfield considers in admissions (Fall 2023)

- High school record: Required
- High school GPA: Required
- College-prep coursework: Not considered
- Class rank: Considered
- Essay or personal statement: Not considered
- Recommendations: Not considered
- Demonstrated competencies: Not considered
- Legacy status: Not considered
- Work experience: Not considered
- English proficiency test: Required

## 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.


## Sources

- U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (Most Recent Institution-Level Data), released 2026-10-15: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/data/
- IPEDS Admissions survey (ADM2023): https://nces.ed.gov/ipeds/datacenter/DataFiles.aspx
- IPEDS unit ID 179566. Methodology: https://www.dreamschool.co/methodology