School Summary

Missouri Southern State University


General Information:

Founded in 1937, Missouri Southern State University is seated on 381 acres located in Jasper county. It is a university offering both undergraduate and graduate programs. The school has a student/faculty ratio of 16:1.
Libraries:
This institution has 1 libraries.

Computer Labs:
At least one staffed computer lab is available to students. A wireless computer network is available throughout the campus. Number of computers available are 683. Free student email accounts are available.
Institutional Control:
State control

Address, Phone and URL:

3950 East Newman Road

Joplin, MO
64801-1595
For more information call: 866 818-6778. This school has a website at https://www.mssu.edu/
Application information for this school is available at https://mssu.force.com/onlineapplication/TX_SiteLogin?startURL=%2Fonlineapplication%2FTargetX_Portal__PB


Application Fee: $30
Admission Requirements: A written essay or personal statement is Required for Freshmen.
High School transcripts are Required for Freshmen.
Other application requirements: Incoming freshmen must meet ONE of the following requirements: High School GPA 2.25 or Higher, ACT Composite score of 21 or higher , Graduate in the top 50% of their class
No Application Requirements available.


In-State (per year) Out of State (per year)
Tuition $8,700.00 $17,400.00
Room and Board $8,444.00 $8,444.00
Fees $900.00 $900.00
Total $18,044.00 $26,744.00

A tuition installment payment plan is available. Financial aid information may be available from the school's website at https://www.mssu.edu/.


Special Programs
The following special programs are offered: Some degree programs are available as an online learning option, English as a Second Language program, Academic remediation, Distance learning program, Double major option, Independent study, Learning disabilities services, Advanced Placement credit, Accelerated degree program, Honors program, Graduate courses offered on campus open to Undergraduates, Internships, Off-campus study, Summer session for credit, Sponsors its own study-abroad program, Part-time undergraduate degree programs.


Incoming Freshmen SAT Scores
Scores Verbal Math
700-800 6.67% 20%
600-699 26.67% 0%
500-599 40% 53.33%
400-499 20% 6.67%
300-399 6.67% 20%
200-299 0% 0%



Incoming Freshmen ACT Scores
Scores Percentage of Students
30-36 5.53%
24-29 22.36%
18-23 52.01%
12-17 20.1%
6-11 0.42%
1-5 0%



Incoming Freshmen High School Ranking
Percentage Percentage of Students
Top 10% 19%
11-25% 21.00%
26-50% 30.00%
Under 50% 30.00%



Baseball, Basketball, Cheerleading, Football, Golf, Track and field, Cross-country running

Basketball, Cheerleading, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Track and field, Volleyball, Cross-country running

Bowling, Football, Golf, Sand volleyball, Table tennis, Volleyball

Bowling, Football, Golf, Sand volleyball, Table tennis, Volleyball


Baseball, Basketball, Football, Golf, Track and field, Cross-country running

Basketball, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Track and field, Volleyball, Cross-country running


Undergraduate

Undergraduate Only Count
Male 1,537
Female 2,393
Total 3,930


Undergraduate, Graduate & First Professional


Undergraduate, Graduate & First Professional Count
Male 1,580
Female 2,510
Total 4,090

Student Body By Racial/Ethnic Category
Student Body by Racial/Ethnic Category Percentage
Asian 3%
African American 7%
Hispanic 9%
Native American 4%
White 69%
Other 8%
Student Body By Age
Student Body by Age Percentage
Under 25 Years Old 77%
At Least 25 Years Old 23%
Student Body By Residence Status
Student Body by Residence Status Percentage
In State 73%
Out Of State 27%
Student Body By Housing Status
Student Body by Housing Status Percentage
Live On Campus 22%
Live Off Campus 78%


Homecoming Week, Holiday Happenings, Welcome Week

Campus Activities Board, Greek Council, International Club, Women in Science, Black Student Alliance


Instructional Program Code        Instructional Program Title

  • 45.1001                                           Political Science and Government, General
  • 26.0101                                           Biology/Biological Sciences, General
  • 11.0101                                           Computer and Information Sciences, General
  • 16.0900                                           Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, General
  • 27.0101                                           Mathematics, General
  • 23.0101                                           English Language and Literature, General
  • 50.0701                                           Art/Art Studies, General
  • 42.0101                                           Psychology, General
  • 40.0801                                           Physics, General
  • 40.0501                                           Chemistry, General
  • 51.0000                                           Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
  • 26.0102                                           Biomedical Sciences, General
  • 52.0601                                           Business/Managerial Economics
  • 15.1501                                           Engineering/Industrial Management
  • 51.2202                                           Environmental Health
  • 16.0901                                           French Language and Literature
  • 54.0101                                           History, General
  • 52.0101                                           Business/Commerce, General
  • 50.0501                                           Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
  • 13.0101                                           Education, General
  • 11.0201                                           Computer Programming/Programmer, General
  • 16.0501                                           German Language and Literature
  • 50.0509                                           Musical Theatre
  • 26.0202                                           Biochemistry
  • 09.0101                                           Speech Communication and Rhetoric
  • 16.0905                                           Spanish Language and Literature
  • 44.0504                                           International Policy Analysis
  • 45.1101                                           Sociology, General
  • 45.0901                                           International Relations and Affairs
  • 45.0701                                           Geography
  • 51.3801                                           Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
  • 15.0000                                           Engineering Technologies/Technicians, General
  • 50.0903                                           Music Performance, General
  • 52.0701                                           Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
  • 24.0101                                           Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
  • 44.0701                                           Social Work
  • 51.0907                                           Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
  • 50.0409                                           Graphic Design
  • 15.0612                                           Industrial Technology/Technician
  • 15.0613                                           Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician
  • 31.0504                                           Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
  • 15.1302                                           CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician
  • 43.0103                                           Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
  • 51.0602                                           Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
  • 50.0506                                           Acting
  • 51.1005                                           Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
  • 51.0701                                           Health/Health Care Administration/Management
  • 50.0702                                           Fine/Studio Arts, General
  • 52.0203                                           Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management
  • 50.0507                                           Directing and Theatrical Production
  • 50.1003                                           Music Management
  • 43.0107                                           Criminal Justice/Police Science
  • 52.0301                                           Accounting
  • 43.0110                                           Juvenile Corrections
  • 13.1202                                           Elementary Education and Teaching
  • 13.1203                                           Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
  • 13.1205                                           Secondary Education and Teaching
  • 51.0908                                           Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
  • 52.9999                                           Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other
  • 15.9999                                           Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians, Other
  • 51.0799                                           Health and Medical Administrative Services, Other
  • 31.0599                                           Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, Other
  • 51.9999                                           Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
  • 22.9999                                           Legal Professions and Studies, Other

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** The information in this report is derived from Peterson's Undergraduate Database. Other data sources may also be included. To learn more about Texas Career Check or any data element please contact us.