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Truman State University charges just $12,030 net price for classics studies, making it Missouri's most affordable option by a significant margin. The state's six programs span a $15,045 cost gap between public and private institutions, with Washington University commanding the highest acceptance standards at 11.76%. Missouri's agricultural and healthcare sectors benefit from classics graduates' analytical skills, particularly in legal research roles at firms serving Monsanto and other agribusiness companies.
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Programs
$12,030 – $27,075
Net Price Range
$21,964
Avg. Program Earnings
72.3%
Avg. Graduation Rate

6 Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $12,030 $9,470 68.4% 45.1%
2 $17,502 $9,024 57.3% 92.6%
3 $19,889 $14,130 76.2% 79.1%
4 $22,117 $62,982 94.4% 11.8%
5 $26,111 $34,188 57.5% 75.3%
6 $27,075 $53,244 79.8% 84.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Truman State University stand out among Missouri classics programs?

Truman State offers the lowest net price at $12,030 while maintaining a 68.40% graduation rate and selective 45.05% acceptance rate. The university combines affordability with academic rigor, making classics education accessible without sacrificing quality.

How do Missouri's public and private classics programs compare in cost?

Public institutions average around $16,474 net price, while private schools like Washington University and Saint Louis University exceed $24,000. However, Washington University graduates 94.40% of students compared to lower rates at some cheaper alternatives.

Does Missouri's A+ Scholarship affect classics students?

The A+ Scholarship covers community college tuition, allowing students to complete general education requirements before transferring to four-year classics programs. This pathway can reduce overall costs at universities like Missouri State University-Springfield, which accepts 92.56% of applicants.

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