Is Missouri Western State University worth it?
Missouri Western State University is a public, four-year institution in Saint Joseph, Missouri (small city). It awarded 627 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in registered nursing, business administration and management and biology sciences.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$41,832
Median earnings 4 years after
$53,293
Median earnings 10 years after
$42,647
Average net price
$13,251
Completion rate
39%
Completions (2024)
627
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
2,219
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Bachelor's | $70,938 | $74,875 | 147 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Bachelor's | $33,695 | $39,163 | 75 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | Bachelor's | $34,729 | $51,174 | 64 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $41,902 | $62,581 | 62 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Bachelor's | $39,808 | $52,709 | 54 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | Bachelor's | $36,557 | $45,251 | 43 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Master's | $57,213 | N/A | 41 |
| Marketing | Bachelor's | $43,070 | $57,015 | 34 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $30,079 | $46,402 | 29 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | Bachelor's | $55,955 | $68,405 | 27 |
| Accounting and Related Services | Bachelor's | $47,202 | $60,025 | 26 |
| Biology, General | Bachelor's | $40,936 | $53,505 | 24 |
| Construction Engineering Technology/Technician | Bachelor's | $47,141 | $65,896 | 22 |
| Social Work | Bachelor's | $33,532 | $46,187 | 22 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | Bachelor's | $47,265 | $67,011 | 21 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Bachelor's | 82 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 35 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General | Bachelor's | 32 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Bachelor's | 32 |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | Bachelor's | 31 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 30 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Master's | 30 |
| Accounting | Bachelor's | 25 |
| Criminal Justice/Safety Studies | Bachelor's | 24 |
| Elementary Education and Teaching | Bachelor's | 20 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 26% | 2,764 |
| Educational Services | 15% | 1,609 |
| Retail Trade | 9% | 906 |
| Manufacturing | 8% | 855 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 8% | 841 |
| Public Administration | 6% | 607 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 5% | 532 |
| Finance and Insurance | 5% | 523 |
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Sources: federal figures for Missouri Western State University. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Missouri. Counts under 10 are not published.
Updated September 18, 2026 · Methodology · Report a problem with this page