Published
January 22, 2013
This article discusses important factors to consider when evaluating and choosing a liberal arts college.Tel:
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Public | 5,417 students
The University offer a baccalaureate program that fosters the total education of each student. Central to that mission is the strong commitment to international education, to the liberal arts, to professional and preprofessional programs, and to the complementary relationship that must exist between liberal and professional education in order to prepare individuals for success in careers and lifelong learning.
School Overview: | Missouri Southern State University | |
| County | Jasper County, MO | |
| Title IV Eligible | Participat | |
| Carnegie Classification | Baccalaureate Colleges--General | |
| Institution Level | Four or more years | |
| Institution Control | Public | |
| Instructional Staff Total (research/public service staff included) | 239 staff | 115 staff |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Enrollment | 5,417 students | 1,633 students |
| # Full-Time Students | 4,024 students | 1,434 students |
| # Part-Time Students | 1,393 students | 137 students |
| # Undergraduate Students | 5,351 students | 1,507 students |
| # Graduate Students | 66 students | 129 students |
| % American Indian/Alaskan | 3% | 1% |
| % Asian | 1% | 2% |
| % Hawaiian | - | 1% |
| % Hispanic | 2% | 3% |
| % Black | 4% | 6% |
| % White | 90% | 84% |
| % Two or more races | - | 2% |
| Finances and Admission | ||
| In-State Tuition Fees (2012-13) | $5,271 | $24,462 |
| Out-State Tuition Fees (2012-13) | $10,017 | $24,744 |
| Percent Admitted | 96% | 64% |
| ACT English (25-75%) | 17-24 | 19-25 |
| ACT Math (25-75%) | 17-23 | 18-25 |
| ACT Writing (25-75%) | 6-8 | 6-8 |
| ACT Composite (25-75%) | 18-24 | 20-25 |
School Notes:
- Missouri Southern State University is a state-supported, comprehensive university offering programs leading to the bachelor's degree and to selective master's degrees in collaboration with other universities. The University has a statewide mission in international education granted to MSSU by special legislation.
- The curriculum combines a liberal arts foundation with a professional orientation and a strong commitment to the international aspects of education in order to prepare you for lifelong learning and a successful career in a rapidly changing and competitive world.
- Missouri Southern State University is Accredited by The Higher Learning Commission, National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education,Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
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