Harris-Stowe State University
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 Harris-Stowe State University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
Typical debt at graduation equals about 83% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 2nd percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused 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 Harris-Stowe State University
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marketing | — | $53,868 | -22% | #470 of 516 | #446 | — |
| Accounting and Related Services | $33,025 | $50,792 | -33% | #789 of 796 | #780 | $29,608 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | $34,108 | $49,010 | -11% | #516 of 660 | #446 | $27,830 |
| Biology | $31,993 | $48,694 | -15% | #722 of 841 | #648 | $27,625 |
| Education | $28,500 | $40,247 | -19% | #67 of 71 | #59 | $34,500 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $31,146 | — | — | — | — | $24,150 |
| Sociology | $28,268 | — | — | — | — | $24,545 |
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 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
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.
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Harris-Stowe State University's top programs commonly pursue.
Student Demographics
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Frequently Asked Questions
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- 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
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology