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 Truman State University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
Typical debt at graduation equals about 37% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 67th 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 Truman 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer and Information Sciences | $74,794 | $106,203 | +15% | #88 of 459 | #60 | $26,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services | $59,919 | $84,515 | +11% | #187 of 796 | #120 | $23,250 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | $68,736 | $77,315 | -13% | #835 of 966 | #719 | $25,094 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $50,422 | $70,633 | +3% | #359 of 1176 | #221 | $22,813 |
| Biology | $31,435 | $61,647 | +8% | #288 of 841 | #150 | $20,305 |
| Political Science and Government | $39,813 | $60,586 | -4% | #306 of 565 | #189 | $21,500 |
| Public Health | $30,911 | $60,157 | +2% | #88 of 215 | #61 | $23,031 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | $32,176 | $56,596 | +2% | #277 of 660 | #143 | $21,500 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | $26,865 | $55,213 | +1% | #250 of 610 | #176 | $21,500 |
| Sociology | — | $52,584 | +-0% | #220 of 462 | #119 | — |
| Agriculture | $36,853 | $52,303 | -3% | #25 of 43 | #20 | $18,518 |
| Communication and Media Studies | $31,853 | $50,785 | -10% | #422 of 660 | #328 | $23,250 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services | — | $48,320 | -18% | #207 of 215 | #197 | $19,875 |
| History | $25,010 | $43,405 | -14% | #401 of 459 | #344 | $18,625 |
| Research and Experimental Psychology | $28,801 | $41,487 | -26% | #79 of 82 | #76 | $19,500 |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies | $16,569 | $40,026 | -17% | #111 of 137 | #100 | $26,000 |
| English Language and Literature | $29,001 | $38,923 | -20% | #517 of 576 | #485 | $21,104 |
| Fine and Studio Arts | $15,998 | — | — | — | — | $27,000 |
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 Truman State University Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $184,185
- Avg rent near campus: $716/mo — vs ~$764/mo campus room rate
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 63559 (3.4% cap, Novinger)
Get the free 1-page report: rent-vs-dorm math, the 3 best nearby ZIPs by yield, and the “kiddie condo” strategy parents use.
Free — no spam, unsubscribe anytime.
🏆 Where Truman State University Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $9,132 | $17,532 |
| Room | $6,877 | |
| Board | $4,206 | |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $25,451 | $33,851 |
Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 - $30,000 | $7,322 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $7,585 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $11,125 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $14,616 |
| $110,001+ | $15,816 |
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Truman State University's top programs commonly pursue.
Student Demographics
👥 Race & Ethnicity
🏠 Living Arrangements
💻 Learning Mode
📊 Age Distribution
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Truman State University?
How much does it cost to attend Truman State University?
What is the graduation rate at Truman State University?
Is Truman State University a good school?
- Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Truman State University?
Deciding between a dorm and buying near campus? Run the numbers for Truman State University — four years of dorm costs vs. owning, including what you’d recover at resale. Buy vs Dorm calculator →
🎓 Similar Colleges to Truman State University
Compare with other 4-Year public institutions of similar size.
Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology