Missouri State University
Graduate Admissions Guide

Why you should choose Missouri State University for your graduate studies

You can follow your passion.

We are a major university with nearly 50 graduate programs, so you have plenty of choices. You will also have ample opportunities for relevant scholarly research or hands-on experience in your chosen field.

You will find your place.

We offer evening, online and blended classes so you can take courses when it's convenient for your family or work schedule.

You'll get an unbeatable value.

Our cost is lower than state and national averages. In addition, graduate assistantships and scholarships may help you pay for school.

You will be taught by, and work alongside, professors who are proven scholars, leaders and scientists.

Missouri State University has more than 700 full-time faculty members, many of whom have been nationally and internationally recognized in their areas.

You'll be prepared for a lifetime of success.

We have many student services, including an engaged and equipped Career Center, to help put you on the right path to getting a great job.

You'll be encouraged to make the world a better place...

thanks to our public affairs mission and numerous service-oriented opportunities.