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Public, 4-Year
Wichita Falls, TX

Midwestern State University

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

Annual Tuition

$10,310

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

87.4%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

41.1%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$55,747

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Midwestern State University is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Wichita Falls, TX. With a competitive tuition profile of $10,310, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 41.1% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$41,240

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

1.6 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$25,747

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$216,230

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$473,700

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 41%

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 Midwestern State University is $21,030.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
63.4%
36.6%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
43.2%
Hispanic
25.8%
Black
15.5%
International
4.3%
Two or more
4.2%
Asian
3.5%
Unknown
2.3%
American Indian / Alaska Native
1.1%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.2%

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

$10,310

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$9,575
$30k - $48k$9,990
$48k - $75k$11,235
$75k+$17,458

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$21,030
Pell Grant Recipients40.0%
Using Federal Loans42.1%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment55.1%

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

* 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

63.0%

Success

41.1%

In-State Cost

$10,310

Age 25+ Students

21.6%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Larger

Working at 6yr

1,739 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Wichita Falls (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Wichita Falls (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In Wichita Falls

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$800

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$843

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$1,037

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

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