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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Springfield, MO

Mission University

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in MO. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$16,230

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

Open

Open Admission

Graduation Rate

38.6%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$38,641

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Mission University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Springfield, MO. With a competitive tuition profile of $16,230, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 38.6% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$64,920

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

7.5 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$8,641

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$21,490

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$107,900

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 39%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Mission University is $26,168.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
35.4%
64.6%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
81.0%
Black
6.7%
Hispanic
6.1%
Two or more
2.6%
American Indian / Alaska Native
2.6%
Asian
0.9%
International
0.0%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%
Unknown
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$16,230

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$19,958
$30k - $48k$19,855
$48k - $75k$22,326
$75k+$23,839

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$26,168
Pell Grant Recipients48.9%
Using Federal Loans71.2%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment54.1%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Federal Grant$4,656
Avg. Pell Grant$4,656
Avg. Institutional Grant$3,613
Students Receiving Grants84.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

70.5%

Success

38.6%

In-State Cost

$16,230

Age 25+ Students

19.9%

Carnegie Class

Associate's: High Transfer

Working at 6yr

139 students

Living In Springfield

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
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Studio

$718

Monthly Average

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1 Bedroom

$723

Monthly Average

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2 Bedrooms

$921

Monthly Average

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3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Springfield metropolitan area.