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Known for health sciences — excellent value
Midwestern State University is a public institution in Wichita Falls with particular strength in health sciences and business.
A mid-sized campus of 4K undergraduates with a 16:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
41% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $55,747 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $11,882.
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News & Alerts
Midwestern State University Launches New Data Science Minor
Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.
Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27
The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.
Admissions
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
57.9%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$13,051
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
31
Peer Average
37
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Programs (71)
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
63%
- •63% first-year retention rate
- •Active student organizations
- •Engaged campus community
Mental Health Services
Counselor Ratio
1:350
24/7 Crisis Line
Yes
Free Sessions
12 per year
Avg Wait
5 days
Walk-in hours available weekdays
Disability Services
ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements
Dining
Rating
★★★★☆
Score
4/5
Meal Plan
$6,200/yr
Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options
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Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
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History & Fun Facts
- •In 1946, a senior division was added and it was renamed Hardin College.
- •In January 1950, the name changed to Midwestern University, with the junior college division remaining Hardin Junior College.
- •In March 1948, the university became a member of the Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools.
- •In January 1959, the university added a graduate school which received full approval from the State Board of Education in August of that year.
- •In 1975, the Texas Legislature changed the name to Midwestern State University.
Source: Wikipedia
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Housing and food costs are higher than national average
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