College Search
Northwest Missouri State University

Northwest Missouri State University

Maryville, MO · Town · 4,378 students
WebsiteCommon AppScorecard
Application deadlines: Check the admissions site
$16,244
Average net priceYour net price
In-state · 2023-24
<30
30–48
48–75
75–110
110+
By household income — tap a bar
56%
Graduation rate
Entered fall 2017 & 2018
54% typical
$47,885
Earnings 10 years on
Measured 2020 & 2021
$55,177 typical
86%
Acceptance rate
Applied for fall 2024
82% typical · not scored
Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
About

Northwest Missouri State University is a student-centered public institution known for its high career-placement rates and robust academic programs in education, agriculture, business, and computer science. The university notably minimizes out-of-pocket costs through a distinctive program that provides every on-campus undergraduate with a rental laptop and all textbooks covered by standard tuition. Student life is spirited and close-knit, set on a scenic campus designated as the official Missouri State Arboretum and centered around passionate community traditions, active student organizations, and championship-caliber NCAA Division II Bearcat athletics.

Wikipedia:Northwest Missouri State University is a public university in Maryville, Missouri, United States. It has an enrollment of 9,152 students. Founded in 1905 as a teachers college, its campus is based on the design for Forest Park at the 1904 St. Louis World's Fair and is the official Missouri State Arboretum. The school is governed by a state-appointed Board of Regents and headed by President Lance Tatum.

Location
Maryville, MO, 64468-6001 · Town campus
✈
Nearest airport from college
MCI · Kansas City
73 mi away
Open in Google Maps
Cost & aid
Cost of attendance
In-stateOut-of-state
Tuition & fees$10,611$17,324
Housing & food (on campus)$12,282$12,282
Books & supplies$400$400
Cost of attendance$29,960$38,960
Average net price$16,244Not published
Out-of-state prices
Tuition & fees$17,324
In-state: $10,611
Housing & food (on campus)$12,282
Books & supplies$400
Cost of attendance$38,960
In-state: $29,960
Average net priceNot published
In-state: $16,244
Source: U.S. College Scorecard · published total: www.nwmissouri.edu
How it’s made up · out-of-state, 2026-27
Northwest Missouri State University’s own figures for 2026-2027, newer than the 2024-25 federal figures above, so the amounts differ.
Tuition$23,250
Fees$160
Housing$12,574
Books & supplies$400
Personal expenses$2,576
Total published by the school$38,960
See how the in-state total ($29,960) is made up
How it’s made up · in-state, 2026-27
Northwest Missouri State University’s own figures for 2026-2027, newer than the 2024-25 federal figures above, so the amounts differ.
Tuition$14,250
Fees$160
Housing$12,574
Books & supplies$400
Personal expenses$2,576
Total published by the school$29,960
Net price by family income · in-state students, 2023-24
$0–30k
$13,176
$30–48k
$13,447
$48–75k
$13,959
$75–110k
$17,423
$110k+
$20,796
Outcomes
Completion
Within 6 yrs
56%
Entered 2017–18
Within 4 yrs
42%
Back for yr 2
74%
Transferred
25%
8 yrs after starting · first-time, full-time students
53% graduated · 30% transferred · 1% still enrolled · 17% left or unknown
Earnings · measured 2020 & 2021
6 yrs after entry$41,695
10 yrs after entry$47,885
Debt
Median at graduation$21,500
Monthly payment$228
Middle 50% owe$5.5k–$26.2k
90th percentile$34,038
Green marks a figure above the typical Master's (larger programs): 54% graduate within 6 yrs.
Admissions
Getting in · applied for fall 2024
Admit rate
86%
Test policy
Test optional
Per College Scorecard
SAT average
1119
R 478–593 · M 498–600
ACT midpoint
22
Comp 19–24 · E 18–24 · M 18–24
SAT middle 50%: 976–1193
40080012001600

Wondering if Northwest Missouri State University is the right fit for you?

SchoolScout builds a personalized college list — reach, match, and safety schools — tailored to your profile, grades, and goals. Get financial aid estimates, scholarship guidance, and deep dives on every school.

Personalized reach / match / safety list
Financial aid & net cost estimates
Deep dives on any school
Scholarship search
Essay prompts

If Northwest Missouri State University asks for supplemental essays, the prompts are in the Common App.

The personal essay is separate: see the Common App essay prompts.

Student Body
Gender
Men 39%Women 61%
Who enrolls
Faculty ratio
16 : 1
Pell grant
27%
First-gen
31%
Family income
$56,470
Independent
8%
Age at entry
20.0
Part-time
9%
Race & ethnicity
White
79%
Hispanic
5%
Black
5%
Two or more
4%
Non-resident
3%
AI/AN
1%
Unknown
2%
Varsity sports
NCAA Division II with football · EADA 2024-25
  • Baseball
    Men's
  • Basketball
    Men's · Women's
  • Football
    Men's
  • Golf
    Women's
  • Soccer
    Women's
  • Softball
    Women's
  • Tennis
    Men's · Women's
  • Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)
    Men's · Women's
  • Volleyball
    Women's
Programs & Earnings
Bachelor's degrees by annual completions · 4yr national median earnings
Median earnings, all programs · measured 2020 & 2021
After 6 yrs
$41,695
After 10 yrs
$47,885
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods137
Business Administration, Management and Operations101
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas71
Communication and Media Studies60
Psychology, General59
Research and Experimental Psychology58
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General48
Marketing47
Agricultural Business and Management46
Agriculture, General29
Biology, General29
Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies29
Accounting and Related Services29
Finance and Financial Management Services27
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing26
Plant Sciences25
Type your major above to highlight and detail relevant programs.
Institutional
Resources
Endowment
$49M
Full-time faculty
80%
Faculty salary
$8,101/mo
Teaching spend
$7,192
per student
Federal loans
42%
Classification
Carnegie type
Master's (larger programs)
Undergraduate profile
Four-year, inclusive admissions

Wondering if Northwest Missouri State University is the right fit for you?

SchoolScout builds a personalized college list — reach, match, and safety schools — tailored to your profile, grades, and goals. Get financial aid estimates, scholarship guidance, and deep dives on every school.

Personalized reach / match / safety list
Financial aid & net cost estimates
Deep dives on any school
Scholarship search