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 | Missouri State University-Springfield course | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calculus AB | 5 | ||
| Physics 1 | 4 | PHY 123 | 4 credits |
| English Language and Composition | 3 | ENG 110 | 3 credits |
| English Literature and Composition | 3 | ENG 110 | 3 credits |
| United States History | 3 | HST 121, 122 | 6 credits |
| Psychology | 3 | PSY 121 | 3 credits |
| Statistics | 3 | MTH 340 | 3 credits |
| Computer Science A | 3 | CSC 131 | 4 credits |
Show all 39 exams and every score level
| Exam | Min score | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calculus AB | 5 | ||
| Physics 1 | 4 | PHY 123 | 4 credits |
| English Language and Composition | 3 | ENG 110 | 3 credits |
| English Language and Composition | 5 | ENG110 and ENG210 | 6 credits |
| English Literature and Composition | 3 | ENG 110 | 3 credits |
| English Literature and Composition | 5 | ENG110 and ENG210 | 6 credits |
| United States History | 3 | HST 121, 122 | 6 credits |
| Psychology | 3 | PSY 121 | 3 credits |
| Statistics | 3 | MTH 340 | 3 credits |
| Computer Science A | 3 | CSC 131 | 4 credits |
| Macroeconomics | 3 | ECO 155 | 3 credits |
| Microeconomics | 3 | ECO 165 | 3 credits |
| World History: Modern | 3 | HST 104 | 3 credits |
| Environmental Science | 3 | GEC 108 4 Fulfills section 14 of the general…GEC 108 4 Fulfills section 14 of the general education requirements | |
| Physics 2 | 3 | PHY 124 | 4 credits |
| European History | 3 | GEC 111 | 3 credits |
| Human Geography | 3 | GEC 115 | 3 credits |
| Spanish Language and Culture | 3 | SPN 101, 102 | 6 credits |
| Spanish Language and Culture | 4 | SPN 101, 102, 201 | 9 credits |
| Spanish Language and Culture | 5 | SPN 001, SPN 101, 102, 201, & 202 | 15 credits |
| Computer Science Principles | 3 | CSC 130 | 3 credits |
| Music Theory | 3 | MUS 103 | 3 credits |
| African American Studies | 3 | AAS 100 | 3 credits |
| Art History [1] | 3 | Waive ART 271, 272 | 6 credits |
| Biology [1] | 4 | ||
| Chemistry [1] | 3 | CHM 116, 117 | 5 credits |
| Chemistry [1] | 4 | CHM 160, 161 | 5 credits |
| Chemistry [1] | 5 | CHM 160, 161, 170, 171 | 9 credits |
| Chinese Language and Culture | 3 | CHI 101, 102 | 6 credits |
| Chinese Language and Culture | 4 | CHI 101, 102, 201 | 9 credits |
| Chinese Language and Culture | 5 | CHI 001, 101, 102, 201, 202 | 15 credits |
| Comparative Government and Politics | 3 | PLS 205 | 3 credits |
| Computer Science AB | 3 | CSC 131, CSC 232 | 8 credits |
| Drawing | 3 | ||
| Drawing | 3 | ART electives [2] | 3 credits |
| French Language and Culture | 3 | FRN 101, 102 | 6 credits |
| French Language and Culture | 4 | FRN 101, 102, 201 | 9 credits |
| French Language and Culture | 5 | FRN 001, 101, 102, 201, 202 | 15 credits |
| German Language and Culture | 3 | GRM 101, 102 | 6 credits |
| German Language and Culture | 4 | GRM 101, 102, 201 | 9 credits |
| German Language and Culture | 5 | GRM 001, 101, 102, 201, 202 | 15 credits |
| Government and Politics: U.S | 3 | PLS 101 | 3 credits |
| Italian Language and Culture | 3 | ITL 101, 102 | 6 credits |
| Italian Language and Culture | 4 | ITL 101, 102, 201 | 9 credits |
| Italian Language and Culture | 5 | ITL 001, 101, 102, 201, 202 | 15 credits |
| Japanese Language and Culture | 3 | JPN 101, 102 | 6 credits |
| Japanese Language and Culture | 4 | JPN 101, 102, 201 | 9 credits |
| Japanese Language and Culture | 5 | JPN 001, 101, 102, 201, 202 | 15 credits |
| Latin | 3 | LTN electives [2] | 3 credits |
| Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism | 5 | ||
| Physics C: Mechanics | 3 | PHY 203 | 5 credits |
| Precalculus | 5 | ||
| Research | 4 | GEN 000 | 3 credits |
| Seminar | 4 | GEN 000 | 3 credits |
| Spanish Literature and Culture | 3 | SPN 101, 102 | 6 credits |
| Spanish Literature and Culture | 4 | SPN 101, 102, 201 | 9 credits |
| Spanish Literature and Culture | 5 | SPN 001, SPN 101, 102, 201, 202 | 15 credits |
| Studio Art: 2D or 3D Portfolio | 3 | ||
| Studio Art: 2D or 3D Portfolio | 3 | ART electives [2] | 3 credits |
Source: missouristate.edu · checked September 19, 2026
Biggest majors
| Major | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Psychology | 252 |
| Marketing/Marketing Management | 150 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | 145 |
| Elementary Education and Teaching | 134 |
| Finance | 110 |
| Secondary Education and Teaching | 105 |
| Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching | 105 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences | 102 |
Show the other 74 majors
| Business/Commerce | 96 |
| Business Administration and Management | 92 |
| Criminology | 91 |
| Exercise Science and Kinesiology | 85 |
| Information Technology | 82 |
| Accounting | 73 |
| Speech Communication and Rhetoric | 72 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | 65 |
| Computer Science | 63 |
| Social Work | 62 |
| History | 62 |
| Construction Management | 62 |
| Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist | 60 |
| English Language and Literature | 48 |
| Cell/Cellular and Molecular Biology | 48 |
| Special Education and Teaching | 47 |
| Early Childhood Education and Teaching | 47 |
| Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts | 43 |
| Cinematography and Film/Video Production | 37 |
| Design and Visual Communications | 35 |
| Horticultural Science | 34 |
| Dietetics/Dietitian | 32 |
| Animal Sciences | 32 |
| Art/Art Studies | 31 |
| Hospitality Administration/Management | 31 |
| Housing and Human Environments | 29 |
| Human Development and Family Studies | 27 |
| Wildlife, Fish and Wildlands Science and Management | 26 |
| Music Teacher Education | 24 |
| Political Science and Government | 24 |
| Apparel and Textiles | 23 |
| Anthropology | 23 |
| Sociology | 22 |
| Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management | 20 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | 20 |
| Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations | 19 |
| Econometrics and Quantitative Economics | 18 |
| Public Relations/Image Management | 18 |
| Agriculture | 17 |
| Computer Systems Analysis/Analyst | 17 |
| Intermedia/Multimedia | 17 |
| Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer | 17 |
| Athletic Training/Trainer | 17 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other | 17 |
| Music Performance | 16 |
| Insurance | 16 |
| Geography | 15 |
| Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies | 14 |
| Geology/Earth Science | 14 |
| Chemistry | 14 |
| Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing | 14 |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 13 |
| Physics | 13 |
| Agronomy and Crop Science | 13 |
| Journalism | 12 |
| Foreign Languages and Literatures | 12 |
| Biomedical Sciences | 12 |
| Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies | 12 |
| Music | 12 |
| Mathematics | 9 |
| Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration | 8 |
| Mass Communication/Media Studies | 7 |
| International/Globalization Studies | 6 |
| Religion/Religious Studies | 5 |
| Philosophy | 4 |
| City/Urban, Community, and Regional Planning | 4 |
| International Business/Trade/Commerce | 3 |
| Organizational Communication | 2 |
| Mechanical/Mechanical Engineering Technology/Technician | 2 |
| Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist | 2 |
| Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist | 1 |
| Art History, Criticism and Conservation | 1 |
| Gerontology | 1 |
| Horse Husbandry/Equine Science and Management | 1 |
Bachelor’s graduates, first major, most recent year · Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS · data snapshot October 2, 2026
Sports and campus life
Men’s varsity · NCAA Division I, Missouri Valley Conference
Baseball, Basketball, Football, Golf, Soccer, Swimming and Diving (combined)
Women’s varsity · NCAA Division I, Missouri Valley Conference
Basketball, Beach Volleyball, Golf, Other Sports, Soccer, Softball, Swimming and Diving (combined), Tennis, Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Volleyball
ROTC
Army
Faith groups
Cru, Hillel, Newman Connection
Also
Honors college, Study abroad
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education athletics data (EADA), connection.newmanministry.com · checked September 4, 2026 · data snapshot October 2, 2026
The place
Setting
City, midsize
Federal locale classification
Metro area
Springfield, MO
496,975 people
Big-city metro (1 million+)
No
More about the place
Nearest airport
Springfield-Branson Ntl (SGF)
Nearest hub airport
Kansas City International (MCI)
Walkability
EPA walkability index 8.3 of 20
Elevation
1,330 ft
Time zone
Central
January low
22°F
July high
88°F
Annual snowfall
13.7 in
Days at 90°F or higher
38 per year
One-bedroom fair market rent
$950 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
Colleges nearby
- Drury University1 mi
- Drury University-College of Continuing Professional Studies1 mi
- Evangel University2 mi
- Southwest Baptist University29 mi
- College of the Ozarks40 mi
- Missouri Southern State University65 mi
Straight-line distance between campuses
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