Overview
Missouri State University-West Plains is a 2-year open admission institution and a regional campus in the MSU system. Among the school’s 17 academic areas of study, MSU West Plains features three degree programs focusing on the wine industry: Enology, Viticulture, and Wine Business & Entrepreneurship. To promote cultural awareness in its rural Missouri location, the MSU West Plains Division of Diversity and Inclusion features several initiatives, including the Facing Racism Institute. Situated in the Ozarks, the MSU West Plains campus is a short drive away from natural attractions such as the Ozark National Scenic Riverways.
Average Net Price:
$7,739
Campus Setting:
Suburb or town
Average GPA
3.2
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $5,544 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $7,630 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $7,114 |
| Books and Supplies | $1012 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Aid & Grants
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
26%
Average Aid Per Year
$7,573
26%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$4,745
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$3,318
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
61%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$2964
99%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$4,745
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
6%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$3,817
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$5,500
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$106
Students receiving federal loans
6%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$3,817
Average Other Loans Per Year
$6,504
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Public
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
2 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
80
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
No
Test Optional
Yes
SAT Subject Tests
No
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Important Deadlines
Rolling Admissions
The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.
Application Fee
$15
Applications Accepted
Admitted Student Stats
3.2
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By Class Rank
Students Enrolled By Household Income
Admissions Resources
Admissions: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Associate's
Total Number of Students
1,770
Total Number of Undergrads
1,770
Student:Faculty Ratio
13:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
- Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
- Study Abroad
- Honors Program
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
16
Faculty Overview
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Suburb or town
US States Represented
18
Countries Represented
15
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
49%
Student Organizations
30
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
No
On Campus Women's Center
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
No
Housing
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
Yes
0
100
10%
Freshman Living on Campus
Athletics
Varsity Athletics Association
NJCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
No
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
No
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$31,800
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$5,500
Loan Default Rate
17%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$106
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingI am learning so much in my online business class as well as my business math class, for the first time in my life I actually understand simple math. The teachers are great and really want to help you succeed.
Melissa from West Plains, MO
With the classes being so small the teachers are able to get to each of you and help you with your individual needs. I have had great tutoring here also! They're always available.
Rachel from West Plains, MO
This is one of the cheapest colleges I've looked at for me especially because I already live in West Plains...yay!
Frankie from West Plains , MO
I could not imagine going to school anywhere other than Missouri State West Plains. They find way that make it easy to pay for college and EVERYTHING you need to complete your degree can easily be found on campus. Whether you need books and other school supplies (found at the Drago College Store) or you need a quiet place to study, take tests, and find information (at the campus library) they have it!
Emily from Houston, MO
Seemed Great! The teachers were very friendly, and the classes were small. Best of all, they accept the A+ Scholarship!
Myriah from Poplar Bluff, MO
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