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Mission University

Springfield, MO·Private nonprofit·342 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access. graduation rate is below 40%. a private nonprofit school with 342 students.

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342
Students
$21,887
Net Price
38%
Grad Rate
$33,300
Earnings
10 yr
$16,000
Debt

About This School

Mission University is a private nonprofit institution located in Springfield, Missouri with approximately 342 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $21,887 per year. The graduation rate is 38%, and the typical graduate earns $33,300 within 10 years of enrollment.

Mission University (MU) is a private Baptist Bible college in Springfield, Missouri. Founded in 1950, MU focuses on training Christian professionals and ministers. It offers accredited associate, bachelor's, and master's degrees.

The numbers here tell a concerning story: only 38% of students graduate, and those who do earn a median of $33,300 a decade later — a modest return that makes every dollar of cost matter. The $21,887 annual net price and relatively low debt at graduation ($16,000) are genuine bright spots, suggesting the school does work to keep borrowing manageable. Worth considering only if you have a clear plan to be among the students who finish — and a frank conversation about why so many don't.

Setting
Midsize city

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing25%
Education13%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$16,230
Out-of-State Tuition
$16,230
Avg Net Price
$21,887
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants49%
Median debt at graduation$16,000

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
38%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
70%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$33,300
after enrollment
Median Debt
$16,000
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$16,000
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$23,900
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$33,300
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.1x

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

White81%
Black7%
Hispanic/Latino6%
Asian1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (342 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Mission University

628 E Kearney

Springfield, MO 65803-3498

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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.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

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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