C+
Above Average
Score: 54/100

Harris-Stowe State University

4-Year Public HBCU
📍 Saint Louis, Missouri 63103
Outcomes
C
54/100
Affordability
B
70/100
Resources
C+
62/100
Experience
B
68/100
Prestige
F
18/100

Quick Stats

1,098
Total Enrollment
27%
Graduation Rate
69%
Retention Rate
14.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$9,302
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Harris-Stowe State University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $135,217
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,524/mo — vs ~$803/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 63107 (14.2% cap, Saint Louis)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $5,808 $10,440
Room $7,224
Board $2,860
Total Cost (On-Campus) $25,240 $29,872

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
83%
Receive Pell Grants
67%
Take Out Loans
$9,302
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$12,412
$30,001 - $48,000$13,088
$48,001 - $75,000$15,521
$75,001 - $110,000$19,501
$110,001+$19,616

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Biology/Biological Sciences, General 51 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 33 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 26 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 21 grads/yr Psychology, General 18 grads/yr Education, General 11 grads/yr Accounting 10 grads/yr Communication, General 10 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 8 grads/yr Sociology, General 6 grads/yr Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies 5 grads/yr Political Science and Government, General 5 grads/yr Health/Health Care Administration/Management 3 grads/yr Mathematics, General 3 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 2 grads/yr Finance, General 2 grads/yr Urban Studies/Affairs 1 grads/yr Secondary Education and Teaching 1 grads/yr Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching 1 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 1 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Harris-Stowe State University's top programs commonly pursue.

Natural sciences managers
$161k/yr 104,300 jobs
Biological scientists, all other
$93k/yr 63,700 jobs
Life scientists, all other
$88k/yr 7,800 jobs
Biological science teachers, postsecondary
$83k/yr 66,000 jobs
Forensic science technicians
$67k/yr 20,700 jobs
Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education
$65k/yr 1,094,500 jobs
Biological technicians
$52k/yr 82,700 jobs
Food science technicians
$49k/yr 20,400 jobs

Student Demographics

1,098
Total Students
70%
Women
84%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 3%
Hispanic 2%
Black 83%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 5%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 55%
With Family 45%

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 26%
Hybrid (Some Online) 60%
Fully Online 14%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 84%
25-64 (Adult) 15%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Harris-Stowe State University?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Harris-Stowe State University?
Tuition at Harris-Stowe State University is $5,808 for in-state students and $10,440 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $9,302.
What is the graduation rate at Harris-Stowe State University?
The graduation rate at Harris-Stowe State University is 27%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Harris-Stowe State University a good school?
Harris-Stowe State University has a Repit College Score of 54/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Harris-Stowe State University?
Harris-Stowe State University has a total enrollment of 1,098 students. Most students (84%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology