C
Average
Score: 51/100
Overall (traditional)
D
Outcome Rating
39/100 · earnings-weighted

Missouri Baptist University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Saint Louis, Missouri 63141
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

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: 48%
Outcomes
C+
64/100
Affordability
F
18/100
Resources
C
52/100
Experience
A
86/100
Prestige
C
40/100

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

5,641
Total Enrollment
48%
Graduation Rate
67%
Retention Rate
21.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
64%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Missouri Baptist University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$46,660
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$38,997
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$22,500
Median debt at graduation
47.6%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
910
Average SAT
23
Median ACT
11.1%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 48% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 29th 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 Missouri Baptist 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.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$69,968————$26,728
Health and Medical Administrative Services$53,555$64,348+10%#93 of 275#73$22,500
Accounting and Related Services$45,681$60,232-21%#710 of 796#661$22,000
Biology—$57,292+0%#443 of 841#293—
Business Administration, Management and Operations$42,461$57,029-16%#902 of 1176#795$20,500
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness$37,165$54,904+1%#259 of 610#183$25,000
Criminal Justice and Corrections$42,555$52,689-5%#414 of 660#308$19,000
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities$35,595$47,210-11%#348 of 476#307$22,000
Behavioral Sciences$30,147$44,069-9%#17 of 20#13$23,816
Human Services$36,365$41,036-16%#82 of 94#77$26,988
Psychology$31,368$39,251-23%#986 of 1027#962$22,968
Special Education and Teaching$35,312$36,929-27%#176 of 177#176$23,750
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods$33,531$36,820-22%#669 of 680#666$24,391
Education—$35,906-28%#71 of 71#69—

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.

For parents & investors

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  • Avg home value near campus: $666,037
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,493/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 63114 (7.1% cap, Overland)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $31,530 $31,530
Total Cost (On-Campus) $52,020 $52,020

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
37%
Receive Pell Grants
66%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Business Administration and Management, General 65 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 41 grads/yr Social Work 35 grads/yr Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods, Other 33 grads/yr Psychology, General 32 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 32 grads/yr Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services 30 grads/yr General Studies 23 grads/yr Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 23 grads/yr Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other 21 grads/yr Educational Leadership and Administration, General 21 grads/yr Exercise Science and Kinesiology 20 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 19 grads/yr Accounting 16 grads/yr Education, Other 13 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 12 grads/yr Higher Education/Higher Education Administration 12 grads/yr Curriculum and Instruction 11 grads/yr Mental Health Counseling/Counselor 11 grads/yr Pre-Nursing Studies 11 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Missouri Baptist University's top programs commonly pursue.

Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs

Student Demographics

5,641
Total Students
60%
Women
72%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 35%
Black 5%
Asian 1%
Two or More 1%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 66%
Hybrid (Some Online) 19%
Fully Online 15%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 72%
25-64 (Adult) 7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Missouri Baptist University?
Missouri Baptist University has an acceptance rate of 64%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Missouri Baptist University?
Tuition at Missouri Baptist University is $31,530 for in-state students and $31,530 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Missouri Baptist University?
The graduation rate at Missouri Baptist University is 48%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Missouri Baptist University a good school?
Missouri Baptist University has a Repit College Score of 51/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Missouri Baptist University?
Missouri Baptist University has a total enrollment of 5,641 students. Most students (72%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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