Missouri Valley College is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Marshall, Missouri with 1,443 undergraduates. It admits 69% of applicants, costs an average of $24,230 a year after grants and graduates 25% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Missouri Valley College acceptance rate and admissions
Missouri Valley College admitted 69% 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 405 to 540, math 490 to 575). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Missouri Valley College tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $24,200 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $11,300 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $38,894 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $24,230 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $24,230 a year after grants and scholarships, $14,664 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Missouri Valley College's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Missouri Valley College graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 25% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $50,364 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $22,934 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 46% 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 Valley College majors and what graduates earn
Missouri Valley College awarded bachelor's degrees in 27 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from business administration ($55,699).
All 27 majors at Missouri Valley College
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business administration | 39 | $43,578 | $55,699 | n/a |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | 18 | $33,347 | $49,877 | n/a |
| Psychology | 20 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Nursing | 18 | $71,546 | n/a | n/a |
| General Sales, Merchandising and Related Marketing Operations | 14 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | 12 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Biology | 12 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Criminal justice | 10 | $42,215 | n/a | n/a |
| Accounting | 10 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by subject | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Finance | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Agribusiness | 6 | $46,596 | n/a | n/a |
| Communication | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Business/Managerial Economics | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Liberal arts and general studies | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| History | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Computer Programming | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Computer science | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Fine and studio arts | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Music | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Education | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Special education | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Sociology | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| English | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Mathematics | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Dance | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Theater | 0 | 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 Valley College
3 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 3 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education leadership | Master's | 9 | n/a | n/a |
| Mental health counseling | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Nursing | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 1,443 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 41% women, 59% men
- 18 students for every faculty member
- Setting: remote town
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Missouri Valley College?
Missouri Valley College admitted 69% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Missouri Valley College cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $24,200. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $24,230 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Missouri Valley College?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 405 to 540 in reading and writing and 490 to 575 in math, and 16 to 20 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Missouri Valley College test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Missouri Valley College reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Missouri Valley College?
25% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Missouri Valley College graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $50,364 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.