Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 007540
- Phone: (573) 431-4593
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
61.04%FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
19:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
50FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$13,128Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
Missouri Baptist University (MBU)
5270 Flat River Road, Park Hills, MO
Missouri Baptist University is a nonprofit private school that has a large number of degrees available for students to choose from. The school is located in Saint Louis, Missouri, in a predominantly suburban area. The school's Baptist affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's vision. Approximately five thousand students are enrolled per year at MBU.
A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:
- Education
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Recreation And Fitness Studies
- Psychology
- Interdisciplinary Studies
Students applying for admission are most often required to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the school. Either the ACT or SAT exam can be taken in order to be able to apply to MBU. Scores between 19 - 24 on the ACT or 790 - 950 on the SAT are recommended to greatly increase the chance of admission. 58% of those who apply are admitted to MBU, of which 54% choose to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found at mobap.edu.
The cost of tuition is nearly $22,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and that is why students should use the school's net price calculator to understand their cost of attendance. Housing may be available for those that want to live on-campus for a cost of $5,800 per year. This school may help with costs by offering financial aid for students that are eligible by way of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
Athletic programs are available at Missouri Baptist University through the NAIA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate athletics. Athletic programs offered include:
- Baseball (NAIA Division I)
- Basketball (NAIA Division I)
- Track & Field (NAIA Division I)
Contact information, tuition information, programs offered, and much more may be viewed on school's website at http://www.mobap.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may provide a better idea of the students Missouri Baptist University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at Missouri Baptist University is around 5,300 students, where graduate students make up roughly 5% of the student body.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are between $27,000-$32,000 for both state residents and nonresidents
- Part time students pay in the range of $930 to $1,100 per unit
- The average estimated cost for on campus dorms & meals is listed to be around $11,000, the amount includes nineteen meals every week
Financial Aid Details
The information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 100% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 100% | $17,930 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 71% | $6,451 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Missouri Baptist University may provide services like those listed below:- Distance learning
- Weekend and night classes available
- Remedial courses
- Counseling assistance
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Helping students find work after graduation
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Music Program
- * Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation (since 2003)
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
- * Accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (since 2005)
Intercollegiate Athletics
Missouri Baptist University is a Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), with many of the sports being in the NAIA Division I classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (American Midwest Conference)
- Basketball (American Midwest Conference)
- Track and Field (American Midwest Conference)
- Football (Mid-States Football Association)
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Wrestling
- Other Sports
- Beach Volleyball
- Bowling
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Missouri Baptist University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
- Biochemistry (B)
- Biotechnology
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (A, B, M)
- Accounting (B)
- Advertising and Marketing (B)
Communications and Journalism
- Public Relations (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
Education
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Family and Consumer Sciences
Health and Clinical Professions
History
- History (B)
Interdisciplinary Studies
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Physical Sciences
- Chemistry (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Human Services (B)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
- Sports Management (B, C, M)
- Kinesiology And Exercise Science (B)
Security and Protective Services
- Criminal Justice (B, M)
Social Sciences
- Social Science (B)
Theology and Religious Vocations
Visual and Performing Arts
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Missouri Baptist University.
- Maryville University of Saint Louis in Saint Louis, MO (2 miles away)
- Fontbonne University in Springfield, MO (8 miles away)
- Lindenwood University in Jefferson City, MO (10 miles away)
- McKendree University in Crystal Lake, IL (35 miles away)
- Blackburn College in Moline, IL (55 miles away)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 007540
- Phone: (573) 431-4593
- School Homepage