Missouri Southern State University
Find detailed information and statistics about Missouri Southern State University in Joplin, MO
School Overview
Institution name: Missouri Southern State University
Institution name alias: n/a
Address: 3950 E Newman Rd, Joplin, Missouri 64801-1595
Telephone numbers:
General: (417) 625-9300
Financial Aid: (417) 625-9325
Admissions Office: (417) 625-9378
Website: www.mssu.edu ![]()
Geographic region: Plains
Institution Facts
Institution size category: 5,000 - 9,999
Sector of institution: Public, 4-year or above
Degree of urbanization (Urban-centric locale): City: Small
Carnegie Classification 2005: Size and Setting: Medium four-year, primarily nonresidential
Carnegie Classification 2000: Baccalaureate Colleges--General
Highest level of offering: Master's degree
Religious affiliation: n/a
Distance learning opportunities: Yes
Student Body
Percent of applicants admitted: 98%
Estimated enrollment - total: 5675
Estimated enrollment - full time: 4066
Estimated enrollment - part time: 1609
% of total enrollment that are women: 59%
Student body by race:
Tuition & Fees
Published in-state tuition and fees 2006-07: $3,836.00
Published out-of-state tuition and fees 2006-07: $7,476.00



