Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002488
- Phone: (877) 434-1115
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
94.07%FINANCIAL AID RATE
95%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
19:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
18FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$5,559Average 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
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Missouri Southern State University
Also known as Missouri Southern
One College Park Dr, Saint Louis, MO
Missouri Southern State University is a public university that has a large number of degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Joplin, Missouri, in a predominantly urban area. Enrollment at Missouri Southern State University exceeds five thousand yearly.
Students may choose from a few areas of study, including:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Liberal Arts And Sciences
- Security And Protective Services
- Education
- Health And Clinical Professions
The admissions process will include the submission of an application, transcripts, and test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions staff. Most students at MSSU scored between 18 to 24 on the ACT exam. More information on admissions can be found at mssu.edu.
The tuition at this school varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay close to $6,000 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $11,000 for the year. MSSU may help with costs by offering financial aid for students who are eligible as scholarships, grants, and loans.
MSSU has several athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered may include:
- Baseball (NCAA Division II)
- Basketball (NCAA Division II)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
- Football (NCAA Division II)
Students should visit the school's http://www.mssu.edu to view additional information.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give an overview of the applicants Missouri Southern accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Missouri Southern State University has a total student population of about 6,000, where graduate students make up roughly 15% of the student body.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $9,400. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $25 application fee for students applying to the school. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are:
- State Residents: $7,300-$8,700
- Out-of-State: $15,000-$17,490
- Charges for part-time students are:
- In-State: $240-$290 per unit
- Out-of-State: $490-$580 per unit
- On-campus housing and meals are estimated to cost around $8,600
Financial Aid Details
The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 95% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 90% | $5,790 |
Receiving Student Loans | 54% | $4,872 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Missouri Southern State University may provide services like:- Distance learning
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Remedial courses
- Career path counseling
- Work study style employment
- Assistance to find work
- Child care
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Dental Hygienist Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Radiology Technician Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
Missouri Southern State University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division II with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Mid-America Intercollegiate Ath Assoc)
- Basketball (Mid-America Intercollegiate Ath Assoc)
- Track and Field (Mid-America Intercollegiate Ath Assoc)
- Football (Mid-America Intercollegiate Ath Assoc)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Volleyball
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 Southern State 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)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (C, M)
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
Education
- Elementary Education (B)
- Secondary Education (B)
- Education (B)
Engineering Technology
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B)
- Dental Hygienist (A)
- Respiratory Therapy (A)
- Environmental Health (B, C)
- Radiology Technician (A)
- Medical Technology (B)
History
- History (B)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Security and Protective Services
Social Sciences
- Sociology (B)
- Political Science (B)
- International Relations (B, C)
Visual and Performing Arts
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Missouri Southern State University.
- Pittsburg State University in Overland Park, KS (24 miles away)
- Rogers State University in Tulsa, OK (84 miles away)
- Northeastern State University in Tulsa, OK (86 miles away)
- University of Arkansas - Fort Smith in Little Rock, AR (118 miles away)
- Emporia State University in Kansas City, KS (131 miles away)
Also, check out our college lists below, which can help students compare schools to one another:
- See all colleges in Missouri
- Get a list of all state universities in Missouri
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002488
- Phone: (877) 434-1115
- School Homepage