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Missouri State University-West Plains

Missouri State University-West Plains is a small, public institution located in West Plains, mo. Missouri State University-West Plains offers associate degrees or certifications in 37 majors.

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college-type 2 Year, Public
undergraduates 882 undergraduates
cost $4,950 undergraduate tuition
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Academics

The degree or certification you pursue is major! Missouri State University-West Plains is known for its top major, Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Their student-faculty ratio is 13:1.

Graduation Rate
Retention Rate
13 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular programs

Arts, Design, and Humanities
Health and Medical Professions
Education and Teaching
Business and Management
Social Sciences and Psychology
Agriculture, Food, and Animal Sciences
Engineering and Technology

Popular majors

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
Business/Commerce, General
Health and Medical Administrative Services
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services
Agriculture, General

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Annual tuition & cost

In state

Annual tuition $4,950
Additional expenses
Books & supplies $948
Cost of attendance* $16,315
Financial aid package N/A
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Out of state

Annual tuition $9,180
Additional expenses
Books & supplies $948
Cost of attendance* $20,545
Financial aid package N/A
Estimated annual cost $20,545 See my potential costs

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Student population

Who’s going to be there? Missouri State University-West Plains has a total enrollment of 882, with gender‑binary students split 30% male and 70% female.

Total enrollment

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Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Student type

Full-time

Enrollment & ethnicity

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African American %
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Hispanic American %
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Asian %
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Native American %
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Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
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Campus info

map 128 Garfield Avenue, West Plains, MO 65775-2715
phone N/A
address wp.missouristate.edu/

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about Missouri State University-West Plains so you have more information to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is Missouri State University-West Plains?

Missouri State University-West Plains is located in West Plains, mo.

How much does it cost for 2 years at Missouri State University-West Plains?  
The estimated cost for 2 years at Missouri State University-West Plains including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $32,630 .

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