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Cheapest Biological and Physical Sciences Colleges in Missouri

Ranked by lowest net price after financial aid. See our methodology.

Missouri's most affordable Biological and Physical Sciences programs reveal a striking $12,588 gap between Harris-Stowe State University's $13,459 net cost and Maryville University's $26,047. Public institutions dominate the lower end, with four of six schools offering net costs under $20,000. The state's growing biotechnology sector, anchored by companies like Monsanto and major healthcare systems such as BJC HealthCare, creates strong demand for graduates with laboratory skills and research backgrounds.
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Programs
$13,459 – $26,047
Net Price Range
56.1%
Avg. Graduation Rate

6 Biological and Physical Sciences Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $13,459 $6,442 27.4%
2 $14,824 $10,181 57.5% 85.6%
3 $16,939 $38,672 42.6% 67.6%
4 $18,154 $26,209 61.4% 73.0%
5 $19,889 $14,130 76.2% 79.1%
6 $26,047 $27,166 71.5% 87.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the dramatic cost difference between Missouri's cheapest and most expensive programs?

Harris-Stowe State University charges just $13,459 net compared to Maryville University's $26,047, reflecting the public versus private funding models. Public schools like Northwest Missouri State and University of Missouri-Columbia maintain net costs between $14,824 and $19,889, while private institutions generally exceed $25,000 despite financial aid.

How do graduation rates correlate with program costs in Missouri?

The data shows an interesting pattern where mid-range schools often outperform both extremes in graduation rates. University of Missouri-Columbia leads with 76.2% despite its $19,889 cost, while the cheapest option, Harris-Stowe, graduates only 27.4% of students.

Does Missouri's A+ Scholarship program affect these science program costs?

The A+ Scholarship covers community college tuition but doesn't directly impact these four-year programs. However, students can complete prerequisites at community colleges before transferring to reduce overall costs at schools like Northwest Missouri State or University of Missouri-Columbia.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.