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Missouri State University-Springfield

Missouri State University-Springfield is a large, public institution located in Springfield, mo. Founded in 1905, Missouri State University-Springfield offers undergraduate degrees in 222 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Public
athletics Division 1
undergraduates 13,332 undergraduates
cost $8,604 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into Missouri State University-Springfield? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are considered but not required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 92.6%
SAT score average 1147
ACT score average N/A
Average high school GPA 3.7
Application fee N/A
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Key deadlines

June
30
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! Missouri State University-Springfield is known for one of its top majors: Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. Their student-faculty ratio is 19:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
19 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Education and Teaching
Business and Management
Social Sciences and Psychology
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies
Health and Medical Professions
Arts, Design, and Humanities
Computer Science and Information Technology

Popular majors

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Psychology, General
Marketing
Finance and Financial Management Services
Biology, General
Health and Physical Education/Fitness

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $8,604
Additional expenses
Room & board $9,782
Books & supplies $1,200
Other expenses $4,436
Cost of attendance* $24,022
Average financial aid package $13,836
Estimated cost $10,186 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $17,144
Additional expenses
Room & board $9,782
Books & supplies $1,200
Other expenses $4,436
Cost of attendance* $32,562
Average financial aid package $13,836
Estimated cost $18,726 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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*Cost of attendance is the average expenses including tuition, room, board and other estimated living expenses.

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Student population

Who’s going to be there? Missouri State University-Springfield has a total undergraduate enrollment of 13,332, with gender binary students split 40% male and 60% female.

Total enrollment

23,418

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
61%
African American %
3%
Hispanic American %
4%
Asian %
1%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
3%
Unknown %
28%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At Missouri State University-Springfield, students love their Residence Hall Association, student athletes compete in Division 1 sports, and freshmen are required to live on campus.

Campus info

map 901 S National Avenue, Springfield, MO 65897
phone 417-836-5000
address www.missouristate.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Residence hall association

Campus ministries

Fraternity and sorority life

Student government association

Student activities council

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Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 1
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about Missouri State University-Springfield to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is Missouri State University-Springfield?

Missouri State University-Springfield is located in Springfield, mo.

What is the acceptance rate at Missouri State University-Springfield? 

The acceptance rate for Missouri State University-Springfield is 93%.

What’s the average GPA for Missouri State University-Springfield?

The average high school GPA for Missouri State University-Springfield students was 3.7.

How much does it cost for 4 years at Missouri State University-Springfield?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at Missouri State University-Springfield including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $96,088.

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