Northwest Missouri State University
Acceptance
86%
Avg SAT
1119
In-State
$10,611
Grad Rate (4yr)
42%
Retention
74%
Earnings
$47,885
AI Overview
Northwest Missouri State University blends small-town warmth with hands-on learning in its nationally recognized agriculture and agribusiness programs. Located in rural Maryville, the campus attracts students who want close professor relationships and practical experience—think managing campus farms, not just reading textbooks. The university pioneered a laptop-included tuition model, ensuring every student has the technology they need from day one. Students who thrive here value community connections and aren't afraid to get their boots muddy.
AI-generated interpretation, separate from the federal statistics on this page · refreshed Mar 2026
SAT Score Range
ACT Score Range
In-State Tuition
$10,611
Out-of-State Tuition
$17,324
Room & Board
$12,282
Average Net Price
$16,244
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants & scholarships
Receive Pell Grants
27%
Take Federal Loans
42%
Median Debt at Graduation
$21,500
6-Year Graduation Rate
1st Year Retention Rate
Median Earnings
10 years after enrollment
$47,885Median Debt
At graduation for completers
$21,500Top Programs by Earnings
Bachelor's degree graduatesComputer and Information Sciences, General
23 graduates
$80,690
4 yrs after graduation
Accounting and Related Services
29 graduates
$72,893
4 yrs after graduation
Finance and Financial Management Services
27 graduates
$65,692
4 yrs after graduation
Agricultural Business and Management
46 graduates
$58,035
4 yrs after graduation
Business Administration, Management and Operations
101 graduates
$57,907
4 yrs after graduation
Marketing
47 graduates
$57,705
4 yrs after graduation
Biology, General
29 graduates
$57,564
4 yrs after graduation
Geography and Cartography
10 graduates
$55,656
4 yrs after graduation
Animal Sciences
17 graduates
$53,418
4 yrs after graduation
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
48 graduates
$52,179
4 yrs after graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard
Available Programs
75+ programsAnd 63 more programs available
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