C+
Above Average
Score: 58/100

Northwest Missouri State University

4-Year Public
📍 Maryville, Missouri 64468
Outcomes
B
71/100
Affordability
C
54/100
Resources
C
49/100
Experience
A
82/100
Prestige
D
36/100

Quick Stats

9,664
Total Enrollment
58%
Graduation Rate
74%
Retention Rate
19.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
86%
Acceptance Rate
$15,497
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Northwest Missouri State University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $228,782
  • Avg rent near campus: $840/mo — vs ~$826/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 64468 (2.9% cap, Maryville)

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🏆 Where Northwest Missouri State University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥇
Educational Assessment, Testing, and Measurement
of 3 schools
🥈
Superintendency and Educational System Administration
of 12 schools
🥉
Education/Teaching of Individuals with Multiple Disabilities
of 4 schools
#8
Mathematics Teacher Education
of 15 schools
#16
Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies
of 32 schools
#17
Reading Teacher Education
of 59 schools
#20
Computer and Information Sciences, Other
of 25 schools
#21
Geographic Information Science and Cartography
of 33 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $6,442 $12,884
Room $7,436
Board $4,352
Total Cost (On-Campus) $24,945 $31,387

Financial Aid

98%
Receive Any Aid
35%
Receive Pell Grants
59%
Take Out Loans
$15,497
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$11,120
$30,001 - $48,000$11,907
$48,001 - $75,000$13,258
$75,001 - $110,000$16,939
$110,001+$19,742

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Educational Leadership and Administration, General 471 grads/yr Computer Science 362 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 250 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 193 grads/yr Curriculum and Instruction 96 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 83 grads/yr Geographic Information Science and Cartography 82 grads/yr Reading Teacher Education 80 grads/yr Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies 74 grads/yr Psychology, General 71 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 66 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 65 grads/yr Physical Education Teaching and Coaching 63 grads/yr Superintendency and Educational System Administration 61 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, Other 54 grads/yr Education/Teaching of Individuals with Multiple Disabilities 51 grads/yr Mathematics Teacher Education 48 grads/yr Educational Assessment, Testing, and Measurement 47 grads/yr General Studies 46 grads/yr Health and Wellness, General 43 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

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

Education administrators, kindergarten through secondary
$104k/yr 333,300 jobs
Education administrators, postsecondary
$104k/yr 226,600 jobs
Education administrators, all other
$89k/yr 60,200 jobs
Education and childcare administrators, preschool and daycare
$56k/yr 90,200 jobs
Computer and information systems managers
$171k/yr 667,100 jobs
Computer and information research scientists
$141k/yr 40,300 jobs
Database architects
$136k/yr 66,900 jobs
Software developers
$133k/yr 1,693,800 jobs

Student Demographics

9,664
Total Students
64%
Women
75%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 73%
Hispanic 4%
Black 4%
Asian 1%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 11%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 100%

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 53%
Hybrid (Some Online) 15%
Fully Online 32%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 75%
25-64 (Adult) 9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Northwest Missouri State University?
Northwest Missouri State University has an acceptance rate of 86%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Northwest Missouri State University?
Tuition at Northwest Missouri State University is $6,442 for in-state students and $12,884 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $15,497.
What is the graduation rate at Northwest Missouri State University?
The graduation rate at Northwest Missouri State University is 58%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Northwest Missouri State University a good school?
Northwest Missouri State University has a Repit College Score of 58/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Northwest Missouri State University?
Northwest Missouri State University has a total enrollment of 9,664 students. Most students (75%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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