College statistics
- Address:
- 128 Garfield Avenue
West Plains, MO
65775 - Sector Group:
- Public 2-Year
- Official Website:
- wp.missouristate.edu/
- Setting:
- Town
- Annual In-State Tuition:
- $4,760
- Room and Board:
- $7,150
- Endowment (End of Year):
- $22,721,387
- Research Activity Tier:
- No research designation
- Economic Mobility Index:
- Opportunity Colleges and Universities – Higher Access, Higher Earnings
- Primary Undergraduate Major:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Missouri State University-West Plains is a public 2-year college in West Plains, Missouri, serving students seeking an affordable entry point to higher education. Located in a town setting, the campus enrolls 1,726 students and offers liberal arts and sciences coursework designed to prepare students for transfer to 4-year institutions.
In-state tuition is $4,760 annually, with out-of-state tuition at $6,930. Total cost of attendance for in-state students is $11,910 including room and board, and $14,080 for out-of-state students. The college's economic mobility profile reflects its role in providing access to students seeking affordable pathways to degree completion.
This institution functions as a transfer college, allowing students to complete foundational coursework before moving on to bachelor's degree programs. The low tuition structure and general studies focus make it well-suited for students managing cost while exploring academic interests, or those preparing to advance within the Missouri State University system. For more information, visit wp.missouristate.edu/.