Is Truman State University worth it?
Truman State University is a public, four-year institution in Kirksville, Missouri (small town). It awarded 868 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in business administration and management, psychology and accounting.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$37,802
Median earnings 4 years after
$56,947
Median earnings 10 years after
$56,280
Average net price
$12,780
Completion rate
69%
Completions (2024)
868
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
2,513
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $50,422 | $70,633 | 98 |
| Research and Experimental Psychology | Bachelor's | $28,801 | $41,487 | 60 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Bachelor's | $68,736 | $77,315 | 54 |
| Communication and Media Studies | Bachelor's | $31,853 | $50,785 | 48 |
| Biology, General | Bachelor's | $31,435 | $61,647 | 43 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | Master's | $39,321 | $44,705 | 42 |
| Public Health | Bachelor's | $30,911 | $60,157 | 42 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Master's | $41,455 | $44,010 | 39 |
| English Language and Literature, General | Bachelor's | $29,001 | $38,923 | 39 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | Bachelor's | $26,865 | $55,213 | 39 |
| Agriculture, General | Bachelor's | $36,853 | $52,303 | 34 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services | Master's | $54,575 | $60,478 | 33 |
| Accounting and Related Services | Master's | $60,768 | $91,303 | 33 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | Bachelor's | $74,794 | $106,203 | 31 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Bachelor's | $32,176 | $56,596 | 29 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Business Administration and Management, General | Bachelor's | 67 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 59 |
| Exercise Science and Kinesiology | Bachelor's | 55 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Bachelor's | 50 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 46 |
| Accounting | Bachelor's | 36 |
| English Language and Literature, General | Bachelor's | 32 |
| Public Health Education and Promotion | Bachelor's | 28 |
| Computer Science | Bachelor's | 27 |
| Elementary Education and Teaching | Master's | 26 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Educational Services | 23% | 2,757 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 17% | 2,064 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 14% | 1,705 |
| Retail Trade | 8% | 945 |
| Finance and Insurance | 6% | 712 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 5% | 660 |
| Manufacturing | 4% | 539 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 4% | 518 |
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Sources: federal figures for Truman 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