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Missouri Southern State University

Missouri Southern

Joplin, Missouri 64801-1595

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Known for health sciences — excellent value

Missouri Southern State University is a public institution in Joplin with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1090, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A mid-sized campus of 3.1K undergraduates with a 16:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

38% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $42,620 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $11,653.

Established
1937
Mascot
Roary the Lion
Type
Public university
Conference
Mid-America
Division
Division II
97%Acceptance
1090SAT Avg
3,101Students
16:1Student:Faculty
38%Grad Rate
$42,620Earnings 10yr
$11,653Net Price

Admissions

Acceptance Rate97.4%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1090

Reading & WritingMid: 515
500600
MathMid: 545
500570

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 21
1824

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$8,400
Tuition (out-of-state)$16,800
Room & Board$7,172
Books & Supplies$1,020
Total Cost of Attendance$19,194
Average Net Price$11,653
Median Debt at Graduation$19,174
Monthly Payment (10yr)$203

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$9,021
$30–48K$10,467
$48–75K$12,646
$75–110K$15,035
$110K+$15,196

Programs (85)

Student Body

Undergrads
3,101
Gender Split
61% / 39%
Women / Men
First Generation
45%
Pell Grant Recipients
35%

Race & Ethnicity

White 69%
Black 7%
Hispanic 9%
Asian 3%
Two+ 1%
Int'l 3%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate38.3%
Freshman Retention69.6%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$37,866
8 Years$42,477
10 Years$42,620

10-Year Earnings by Gender

Women
$32,600
Men
$44,600

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History & Fun Facts

Source: Wikipedia

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