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Missouri Southern State University
Joplin, MO, United States
Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition
At Missouri Southern State University, students from families earning up to $30,000 paid an average of $10,595 a year after grants, against $14,415 for families earning over $110,000.
Source: U.S. College Scorecard, 2025
Average annual cost after grants
$10,836
$9,080 below the median for 4-year colleges ($19,916).
| Family income | Average annual cost |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $10,595 |
| $30,001 to $48,000 | $8,454 |
| $48,001 to $75,000 | $8,870 |
| $75,001 to $110,000 | $12,395 |
| Over $110,000 | $14,415 |
Average yearly cost of attendance minus grants and scholarships for full-time, first-time undergraduates who received federal aid. Loans are not subtracted.
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Source: U.S. College Scorecard, 2025
The published cost of attendance also covers transport and personal expenses. Out-of-state students at public colleges pay the out-of-state tuition.
Source: U.S. College Scorecard, 2025
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Warrensburg, MO
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Cape Girardeau, MO
Same control type (public)
Profile closeness56/100
Missouri State University-Springfield
Springfield, MO
Acceptance rate 91%, close to 97%
Profile closeness51/100
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