Missouri Southern State University

Joplin, MO • public • II | Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association

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Overview

Institution Type

public

Campus Setting

Urban (City: Small)

Student Population

Undergrad: 4,757 • Total: 4,967

Academic Calendar

Semester

Address

Joplin, MO
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Website

www.mssu.edu

Region

Plains

Carnegie Classification

M3: Master's Colleges & Universities – Smaller Programs

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 1,880 (39.5%) • Female: 2,877 (60.5%)

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate

97.4%

2,243 admitted from 2,302 applicants

SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)

Reading: 500-600
Math: 500-570
Total: 1000-1170

ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)

18-24

Application Types Offered

RD —

Application Requirements

—

Application Fee

$30

Financial Aid Forms

FAFSA only

Deadlines

Rolling:

Rolling

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate

38.3%

4-Year Graduation Rate

21.8%

Freshman Retention Rate

70.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)

In-State

$20,603

Tuition + Room & Board + Books

Out-of-State

$29,303

Tuition + Room & Board + Books

Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)

In-state: $8,700
Out-of-state: $17,400

Room & Board

$8,444

Books & Supplies

$3,459

Students Receiving Pell Grants

34%

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division

II

Conference

Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association

Men's Sports (5)

Baseball Basketball Football Golf Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

Women's Sports (6)

Basketball Golf Soccer Softball Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball

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Common questions about Missouri Southern State University

What is Missouri Southern State University's acceptance rate?

Missouri Southern State University accepts 97% of applicants, from 2,302 applications.

How much does Missouri Southern State University cost?

Tuition and fees are $8,700 in-state and $17,400 out-of-state.

What ACT score do you need for Missouri Southern State University?

The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 18 and 24 on the ACT.

What is Missouri Southern State University's graduation rate?

38% of students graduate within six years.