Drury University-College of Continuing Professional Studies
Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 32%
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
Earnings, Debt & Completion
What happens to students who enroll at Drury University-College of Continuing Professional Studies, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
Typical debt at graduation equals about 52% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 40th percentile among similar colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (MO wage index 0.87). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at Drury University-College of Continuing Professional Studies
Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
| Major | 1 yr after | 4 yrs after | vs. national | Rank (pay) | Rank (wage-adj.) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $43,374 | $52,286 | -23% | #1043 of 1176 | #977 | $22,778 |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies | $24,127 | $50,287 | +4% | #58 of 137 | #47 | $20,186 |
| Biology | $33,699 | $49,387 | -14% | #706 of 841 | #620 | $23,424 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | $38,014 | $47,695 | -14% | #554 of 660 | #500 | $31,053 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | — | $47,160 | -11% | #351 of 476 | #309 | — |
| Sociology | $35,881 | $43,676 | -17% | #411 of 462 | #370 | $29,000 |
| Psychology | $34,095 | $42,425 | -16% | #893 of 1027 | #828 | $20,958 |
| History | — | $41,996 | -17% | #423 of 459 | #382 | $25,125 |
| Human Services | $30,564 | $39,257 | -19% | #86 of 94 | #84 | $20,550 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | $31,726 | $37,713 | -20% | #665 of 680 | #660 | $19,478 |
| English Language and Literature | $26,057 | $35,543 | -27% | #564 of 576 | #550 | $15,634 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
The Drury University-College of Continuing Professional Studies Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $210,777
- Avg rent near campus: $1,109/mo
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 65806 (5.6% cap, Springfield)
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Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $7,800 | $7,800 |
| Board | $3,632 | |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $22,476 | $22,476 |
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- Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
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