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Drury University-College of Continuing Professional Studies

Springfield, MO·Private nonprofit·632 students
Last updated: April 1, 2026

A good fit for families looking for lower cost and students who want small classes and close faculty access. freshman retention is below 65%. 64% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.

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632
Students
$10,566
Net Price
43%
Grad Rate
$36,200
Earnings
10 yr
$20,979
Debt

About This School

Drury University-College of Continuing Professional Studies is a private nonprofit institution located in Springfield, Missouri with approximately 632 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $10,566 per year. The graduation rate is 43%, and the typical graduate earns $36,200 within 10 years of enrollment.

Setting
Midsize city
Religious Affiliation
Reformed Ecumenical Council
Avg Faculty Salary
$5,409

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing21%
Psychology13%
Health Professions11%
Education7%
Biological Sciences1%
Visual & Performing Arts1%
Communications1%
Social Sciences1%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$8,054
Out-of-State Tuition
$8,054
Avg Net Price
$10,566
after aid

Net Price by Family Income

Under $30k$9,291
$30–48k$11,756
$48–75k$10,486
$75–110k$12,937
$110k+$13,948

Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants64%
Median debt at graduation$20,979

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
43%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
50%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$36,200
after enrollment
Median Debt
$20,979
at graduation

Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender

Male graduates$35,300
Female graduates$27,100

Gap: 23% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$20,979
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$30,400
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$36,200
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 1.7x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White66%
Black8%
Hispanic/Latino14%
Asian3%
Two or more races3%
American Indian/Alaska Native1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (632 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Drury University-College of Continuing Professional Studies

900 North Benton Avenue

Springfield, MO 65802

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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