Missouri Southern State University
Joplin, Missouri · Public
Missouri Southern State University admitted 97% of 2,613 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1120–1400 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 35% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at Missouri Southern State University
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Application deadlines
Missouri Southern State University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Regular decision
- Rolling admission
The application fee is $30 ($60 for international applicants), and Missouri Southern State University accepts the Common App fee waiver.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Missouri Southern State University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
Missouri Southern State University doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
What admissions weighs
How Missouri Southern State University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- Class rank
- GPA
- Test scores
Important
- –
Considered
- –
Not considered
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Interview
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- Character
- First generation
- Legacy
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
- Volunteering
- Work experience
- Showing interest
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.49 GPA. 21% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $20,051 in-state and $28,451 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $11,264 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
Quick answers
What is Missouri Southern State University’s acceptance rate?
Missouri Southern State University admitted 97% of applicants: 2,523 of 2,613 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).
When is Missouri Southern State University’s application deadline?
Missouri Southern State University uses rolling admission for 2026–27 and has no early round on the Common App, so applying early in the fall gives you the best shot at open spots and aid.
What SAT score do you need for Missouri Southern State University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1120 to 1400, with a median around 1300. A score at or above 1300 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Missouri Southern State University’s application fee?
The application fee is $30 ($60 for international applicants) for 2026–27, and Missouri Southern State University accepts the Common App fee waiver.
Does Missouri Southern State University have supplemental essays?
No. Missouri Southern State University doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.
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