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Cheapest Business/Managerial Economics Colleges in Missouri

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

Missouri Southern State University charges just $11,653 net annually for business economics students, making it the most affordable option among six Missouri programs. The $15,422 gap between Missouri Southern and Saint Louis University reflects Missouri's mix of regional public universities and private institutions serving different student populations. With major employers like Cerner and BJC HealthCare driving demand for business analysts and financial specialists, these programs prepare graduates for roles in Missouri's expanding healthcare and technology sectors.
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Programs
$11,653 – $27,075
Net Price Range
$46,456
Avg. Program Earnings
59.4%
Avg. Graduation Rate

6 Business/Managerial Economics Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $11,653 $8,400 38.3% 99.5%
2 $14,824 $10,181 57.5% 85.6%
3 $16,602 $19,890 61.6% 41.0%
4 $17,945 $23,000 24.5% 61.2%
5 $22,117 $62,982 94.4% 11.8%
6 $27,075 $53,244 79.8% 84.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the wide cost variation between Missouri business economics programs?

Public universities like Missouri Southern ($11,653) and Northwest Missouri State ($14,824) offer significantly lower net costs than private institutions. Washington University commands $22,117 despite generous aid, reflecting its selective 11.76% acceptance rate and 94.40% graduation rate.

How do graduation rates correlate with program costs in Missouri?

The data shows mixed patterns, with Missouri Valley College charging $17,945 but graduating only 24.50% of students. Meanwhile, Northwest Missouri State achieves a 57.50% graduation rate at just $14,824, demonstrating that higher costs don't guarantee better outcomes.

Is financial aid available for Missouri business students beyond federal programs?

Missouri offers the A+ Scholarship covering community college tuition for eligible students. Many can complete general education requirements affordably before transferring to complete their business economics degree at four-year institutions.

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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.