Missouri State University-Springfield is a public 4-year college in Springfield, Missouri with 13,313 undergraduates. It admits 91% of applicants, costs an average of $17,270 a year after grants and graduates 59% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Missouri State University-Springfield acceptance rate and admissions
Missouri State University-Springfield admitted 91% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 510 to 640, math 510 to 630). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Missouri State University-Springfield application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Application fee through the Common App: $40 for U.S. applicants ($50 for international applicants). Confirm dates on Missouri State University-Springfield’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Missouri State University-Springfield tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $10,128 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $19,760 |
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $11,278 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $25,632 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $17,270 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $17,270 a year after grants and scholarships, $8,362 less than the full cost of attendance. This figure covers in-state students.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students paying in-state tuition, by family income (2024-25):
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Missouri State University-Springfield graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 59% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $52,782 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $20,400 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 39% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Missouri State University-Springfield majors and what graduates earn
Missouri State University-Springfield awarded bachelor's degrees in 71 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from construction management ($98,563).
All 71 majors at Missouri State University-Springfield
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction Management | 62 | $74,433 | $98,563 | $25,500 |
| Computer science | 64 | $70,648 | $93,094 | $20,401 |
| Insurance | 18 | $52,297 | $84,899 | n/a |
| Management information systems | 1 | n/a | $80,753 | n/a |
| Nursing | 145 | $70,667 | $79,615 | $20,447 |
| Mathematics | 11 | n/a | $77,471 | n/a |
| Finance | 111 | $55,600 | $72,227 | $22,875 |
| Accounting | 73 | $57,908 | $70,614 | $20,625 |
| Marketing | 151 | $48,607 | $66,333 | $20,812 |
| Economics | 20 | n/a | $65,804 | n/a |
| Cell/Cellular Biology and Anatomical Sciences | 48 | $38,043 | $65,636 | $23,535 |
| Allied health (PA, radiography, therapy and more) | 43 | n/a | $65,601 | $19,500 |
| Health professions, general | 20 | $46,367 | $65,127 | $19,087 |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | 85 | $33,351 | $61,070 | $22,000 |
| Public relations and advertising | 21 | $44,524 | $60,390 | $16,312 |
| Business administration | 129 | $48,720 | $60,247 | $19,625 |
| Political science | 26 | $52,012 | $58,014 | $14,058 |
| Chemistry | 14 | $44,153 | $56,984 | n/a |
| Business | 96 | $49,637 | $56,215 | $21,840 |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies | 14 | $54,647 | $54,917 | n/a |
| Apparel and Textiles | 27 | $45,288 | $54,347 | $22,955 |
| Housing and Human Environments | 29 | $45,470 | $54,226 | $22,750 |
| Hospitality management | 39 | $38,807 | $53,789 | $22,534 |
| Nutrition and dietetics | 32 | n/a | $53,621 | n/a |
| Biology | 116 | $34,165 | $51,897 | $22,750 |
| Agribusiness | 19 | $45,998 | $50,995 | $16,975 |
| Graphic and industrial design | 35 | $35,771 | $50,814 | $24,250 |
| Speech-language pathology | 60 | $29,026 | $50,774 | $20,598 |
| Communication | 83 | $44,674 | $50,065 | $18,750 |
| Criminology | 96 | $42,545 | $49,053 | $20,500 |
| Geology and earth sciences | 14 | n/a | $48,191 | n/a |
| Liberal arts and general studies | 66 | $41,488 | $47,696 | $14,156 |
| Plant and soil science | 50 | $41,824 | $47,267 | $13,000 |
| Agriculture, General | 17 | $38,764 | $46,412 | n/a |
| Social work | 62 | $41,033 | $46,403 | $23,763 |
| Teacher education by subject | 25 | $40,796 | $44,417 | $22,500 |
| Psychology | 264 | $37,276 | $43,956 | $19,720 |
| Sociology | 23 | $36,592 | $43,425 | $23,875 |
| Wildlife management | 27 | $38,247 | $42,618 | $20,000 |
| Human development and family studies | 28 | $35,482 | $41,866 | $20,165 |
| Linguistics | 25 | $23,533 | $41,766 | $22,000 |
| Animal science | 33 | $34,353 | $41,658 | $14,000 |
| Parks and recreation | 12 | n/a | $41,550 | n/a |
| Special education | 47 | $39,421 | $40,846 | $19,579 |
| Fine and studio arts | 51 | $32,326 | $40,386 | $19,934 |
| Anthropology | 25 | $29,139 | $38,870 | $20,056 |
| English | 52 | $31,634 | $38,690 | $19,053 |
| History | 62 | $33,764 | $38,485 | $22,000 |
| Teacher education by grade level | 391 | $36,082 | $38,413 | $19,447 |
| Theater | 44 | $31,801 | $37,959 | $25,095 |
| International/Globalization Studies | 6 | n/a | $37,180 | n/a |
| Music | 29 | n/a | $32,984 | $25,748 |
| Computer and information sciences | 88 | $51,152 | n/a | $22,646 |
| Film and photography | 37 | $33,310 | n/a | $23,986 |
| Computer Systems Analysis | 19 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Physics | 18 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Geography | 17 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations | 16 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Journalism | 14 | $39,660 | n/a | n/a |
| Art and design, general | 13 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Religious studies | 9 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Human resources | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Philosophy | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| City and regional planning | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| International business | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Gerontology | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Medical lab science | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Agricultural Production Operations | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Dispute Resolution | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Missouri State University-Springfield
51 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 51 graduate programs
Trade and career programs at Missouri State University-Springfield
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Certificate | 9 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 13,313 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 61% women, 39% men
- 21 students for every faculty member
- Setting: midsize city
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Missouri State University-Springfield?
Missouri State University-Springfield admitted 91% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Missouri State University-Springfield cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $10,128 for in-state students and $19,760 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $17,270 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Missouri State University-Springfield?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 510 to 640 in reading and writing and 510 to 630 in math, and 19 to 26 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Missouri State University-Springfield test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Missouri State University-Springfield reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Missouri State University-Springfield?
59% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Missouri State University-Springfield graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $52,782 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.