Known for business — excellent value
Northwest Missouri State University is a public institution in Maryville with particular strength in business and psychology. With an average SAT of 1090, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 4.5K undergraduates with a 19:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
57% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $47,885 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $14,824.
Established
1905
Mascot
Bobby Bearcat
Type
Public university
Conference
Mid-America
Division
Division II
86%Acceptance
1090SAT Avg
4,550Students
19:1Student:Faculty
57%Grad Rate
$47,885Earnings 10yr
$14,824Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate85.9%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1090
Reading & WritingMid: 515
480600
MathMid: 528
490600
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 22
1823
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$10,181
Tuition (out-of-state)$16,623
Room & Board$11,788
Books & Supplies$400
Total Cost of Attendance$22,906
Average Net Price$14,824
Median Debt at Graduation$21,500
Monthly Payment (10yr)$228
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$11,120
$30–48K$11,907
$48–75K$13,258
$75–110K$16,939
$110K+$19,742
Programs (94)
Student Body
Undergrads
4,550
Gender Split
61% / 39%
Women / Men
First Generation
31%
Pell Grant Recipients
27%
Race & Ethnicity
White 82%
Black 4%
Hispanic 5%
Asian 1%
Two+ 3%
Int'l 3%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate57.5%
Freshman Retention74.3%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$41,695
8 Years$44,756
10 Years$47,885
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$38,300
Men
$49,900
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History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia