There are 90 accredited colleges and universities in Missouri. They admit an average of 72% of applicants, and the average net price after aid is $17,469 per year. Compare acceptance rates, SAT/ACT scores, and net prices — and see your personal admission chances for free.
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The most selective and highly ranked accredited universities in Missouri. Click any school for its acceptance rate, SAT/ACT scores, net price, and a free admission-chance estimate.
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Universities in Missouri with the lowest average net price after grants and scholarships (federal College Scorecard data).
| University | Location | Avg Net Price |
|---|---|---|
| St Charles Community College | Cottleville, MO | $5,837 |
| College of the Ozarks | Point Lookout, MO | $6,100 |
| City Vision University | Kansas City, MO | $6,353 |
| Moberly Area Community College | Moberly, MO | $6,810 |
| Ozarks Technical Community College | Springfield, MO | $6,936 |
| Jefferson College | Hillsboro, MO | $7,378 |
| State Fair Community College | Sedalia, MO | $7,985 |
| Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City | Kansas City, MO | $8,398 |
| Saint Louis Community College | Bridgeton, MO | $8,440 |
| Three Rivers College | Poplar Bluff, MO | $8,496 |
| Crowder College | Neosho, MO | $9,023 |
| Missouri State University-West Plains | West Plains, MO | $9,750 |
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There are 90 accredited colleges and universities in Missouri in Admit Coach's database, sourced from federal IPEDS data. They admit an average of 72% of applicants and cost about $17,469 per year after aid.
Washington University in St Louis is the highest nationally ranked university in Missouri. The best college depends on your major, budget, and admission chances, though. Admit Coach ranks all 90 Missouri colleges by your personal fit using your GPA and test scores, not just national reputation.
The average net price — the real cost after grants and scholarships — at colleges in Missouri is about $17,469 per year. Admit Coach shows net price by five income brackets for every school, so you see the estimate for your family's income bracket, not just the sticker price.
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