What families actually pay
Average yearly net price after grants, in-state students, by family income
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, College Scorecard · data snapshot October 2, 2026
AP credit
Most-taken exams, lowest score that earns credit| Exam | Min score | Midwestern State University course | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calculus AB | 3 | 4 MATH 1634 MATH 2413 | |
| Calculus BC | 3 | 8 MATH 1634, 1734 MATH 2413, 2414 | |
| Biology | 3 | 8 BIOL1114, 1214 BIOL1406, 1407 | |
| Chemistry | 3 | 8 CHEM 1141, 1143, 1241, 1243 CHEM 1111, 1311, 1112, 1312 | |
| Physics 1 | 3 | 4 PHYS 1144 PHYS 1401 | |
| United States History | 3 | 6 HIST 1133, 1233 HIST 1301, 1302 | |
| Psychology | 3 | 3 PSYC 1103 PSYC 2301 | |
| Statistics | 3 | 3 STAT 3573 N/A |
Show all 34 exams and every score level
| Exam | Min score | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calculus AB | 3 | 4 MATH 1634 MATH 2413 | |
| Calculus BC | 3 | 8 MATH 1634, 1734 MATH 2413, 2414 | |
| Biology | 3 | 8 BIOL1114, 1214 BIOL1406, 1407 | |
| Chemistry | 3 | 8 CHEM 1141, 1143, 1241, 1243 CHEM 1111, 1311, 1112, 1312 | |
| Physics 1 | 3 | 4 PHYS 1144 PHYS 1401 | |
| United States History | 3 | 6 HIST 1133, 1233 HIST 1301, 1302 | |
| Psychology | 3 | 3 PSYC 1103 PSYC 2301 | |
| Statistics | 3 | 3 STAT 3573 N/A | |
| Computer Science A | 3 | 4 Computer Science 1044 COSC 1420 | |
| Macroeconomics | 3 | 3 Economics 2333 ECON 2301 | |
| Microeconomics | 3 | 3 Economics 2433 ECON 2302 | |
| World History: Modern | 3 | 6 History 1333, 1433 2311, 2312 | |
| Environmental Science | 3 | 4 ENSC 1114 ENVR 1401 | |
| Physics 2 | 3 | 4 PHYS 1244 PHYS 1402 | |
| European History | 3 | 6 HIST 1333, 1433 HIST 2311, 2312 | |
| Spanish Language and Culture | 3 | 8 SPAN 1134, 1234 SPAN 1411, 1412 | |
| Computer Science Principles | 3 | 7 Computer Science 1044, 1063 COSC 1420, 2315 | |
| Music Theory | 3 | 6 MUSC 1603, 1613 MUSI 1311, 1312 | |
| Art: Drawing | 3 | 6 ART 1313, 1323 ART 1316, 1317 | |
| Art: History | 3 | 3 ART 3413 N/A | |
| Art: Studio | 3 | 6 ART 1113, 1123 ARTS 1311, 1312 | |
| Classics: Latin Lyric | 3 | 3 Soph. foreign language elective N/A | |
| Classics: Virgil | 3 | 3 Soph. foreign language elective N/A | |
| Comparative Government and Politics | 3 | 3 POLS 3533 N/A | |
| English Language and Culture | 3 | 3 ENGL 1143 ENGL 1301 | |
| English Literature and Culture | 3 | 3 ENGL 1143 or sophomore literature elective ENGL 1301 | |
| French Language and Culture | 3 | 14 FREN 1134, 1234, 2133, 2233 FREN 1411, 1412, 2311, 2312 | |
| German Language and Culture | 3 | 14 GERM 1134, 1234, 2133, 2233 GERM 1411, 1412, 2311, 2312 | |
| Mathematics: Calculus BC (AB subscore) | 3 | 4 MATH 1643 MATH 2413 | |
| Mathematics: Precalculus | 3 | 4 MATH 1534 MATH 2412 | |
| Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism | 3 | 4 PHYS 2644 PHYS 2426 | |
| Physics C: Mechanics | 3 | 4 PHYS 1624 PHYS 2425 | |
| Spanish Literature and Culture | 3 | 6 SPAN 2133, 2233 SPAN 2311, 2312 | |
| U.S. Government and Politics | 3 | 3 POLS 1433 GOVT 2302 |
Source: msutexas.edu · checked September 20, 2026
Biggest majors
| Major | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | 193 |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | 128 |
| Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer | 96 |
| Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist | 62 |
| Psychology | 40 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences | 38 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 32 |
| Elementary Education and Teaching | 31 |
Show the other 36 majors
| Business Administration and Management | 29 |
| Education | 29 |
| Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology | 25 |
| Finance | 25 |
| Criminal Justice/Safety Studies | 23 |
| Computer and Information Sciences | 23 |
| Management Information Systems | 19 |
| Marketing/Marketing Management | 19 |
| Accounting | 18 |
| Dental Hygiene/Hygienist | 17 |
| Social Work | 17 |
| Early Childhood Program Administration | 17 |
| Political Science and Government | 13 |
| History | 13 |
| Mass Communication/Media Studies | 11 |
| Music | 10 |
| Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts | 9 |
| Fine/Studio Arts | 9 |
| Athletic Training/Trainer | 8 |
| Sociology | 7 |
| Physical Education Teaching and Coaching | 7 |
| Business/Managerial Economics | 6 |
| Business/Commerce | 5 |
| Geology/Earth Science | 5 |
| Chemistry | 5 |
| English Language and Literature | 5 |
| Special Education and Teaching | 4 |
| Secondary Education and Teaching | 4 |
| Spanish Language and Literature | 4 |
| Industrial Technology/Technician | 3 |
| Humanities/Humanistic Studies | 2 |
| English/Language Arts Teacher Education | 1 |
| International/Globalization Studies | 1 |
| Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies | 1 |
| Musical Theatre | 1 |
| Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling | 1 |
Bachelor’s graduates, first major, most recent year · Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS · data snapshot October 2, 2026
Scholarships
Amounts and eligibility change; check the college’s page for current details.
Sports and campus life
Men’s varsity · NCAA Division II, Lone Star Conference
Basketball, Football, Golf, Soccer, Tennis
Women’s varsity · NCAA Division II, Lone Star Conference
Basketball, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Volleyball
ROTC
Air Force
Faith groups
Cru, Newman Connection
Also
Honors college, Study abroad
Greek life
9% of men in fraternities · 10% of women in sororities · 10% of undergraduates overall (Common Data Set 2021–22)
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education athletics data (EADA), Common Data Set (Greek life), connection.newmanministry.com · checked September 4, 2026 · data snapshot October 2, 2026
The place
Setting
City, midsize
Federal locale classification
Metro area
Wichita Falls, TX
149,869 people
Big-city metro (1 million+)
No
More about the place
Nearest airport
Sheppard AFB/Wichita Falls Municipal (SPS)
Nearest hub airport
Dallas-Fort Worth International (DFW)
Walkability
EPA walkability index 11.8 of 20
Elevation
969 ft
Time zone
Central
January low
30°F
July high
97°F
Annual snowfall
3.1 in
Days at 90°F or higher
105 per year
One-bedroom fair market rent
$1,040 per month
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education (IPEDS locale), U.S. Census metro estimates, NOAA climate normals, HUD fair market rents, EPA walkability · data snapshot October 2, 2026
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Straight-line distance between campuses
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