Cheapest Clinical Colleges in Missouri

University of Missouri-St Louis delivers the state's most affordable Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology program at just $12,323 net cost, nearly half the price of most private alternatives. This creates an unusual pricing market where public options range from $12,323 to $14,824, while private programs span $14,774 to $26,111. Missouri's healthcare sector, anchored by BJC HealthCare and expanding telehealth services, creates steady demand for mental health professionals across urban and rural communities.

Programs

$12,323 – $26,111

Net Price Range

65.1%

Avg. Graduation Rate

7 Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	University of Missouri-St Louis Saint Louis, Missouri	$12,323	$13,440	56.9%	51.1%
2	Central Methodist University-College of Graduate and Extended Studies Fayette, Missouri	$14,774	$6,960		100.0%
3	Northwest Missouri State University Maryville, Missouri	$14,824	$10,181	57.5%	85.6%
4	Washington University in St Louis Saint Louis, Missouri	$22,117	$62,982	94.4%	11.8%
5	Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Fayette, Missouri	$25,477	$27,140	52.5%	97.9%
6	Maryville University of Saint Louis Saint Louis, Missouri	$26,047	$27,166	71.5%	87.8%
7	Westminster College Fulton, Missouri	$26,111	$34,188	57.5%	75.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Washington University in St Louis worth its $22,117 cost compared to cheaper options?

Washington University achieves a 94.40% graduation rate, the highest among Missouri's psychology programs, while maintaining highly selective 11.76% acceptance standards. The university's research opportunities and clinical training partnerships justify the premium over programs like Northwest Missouri State at $14,824.

How do Missouri's public psychology programs compare in affordability?

Public programs cluster tightly between $12,323 and $14,824, with University of Missouri-St Louis offering the lowest net cost. Northwest Missouri State follows closely at $14,824 but provides an 85.56% acceptance rate versus St Louis's more selective 51.11%.

Where can students find guaranteed admission for psychology programs in Missouri?

Central Methodist University-College of Graduate and Extended Studies accepts 100% of applicants at a moderate $14,774 net cost. This open-access approach contrasts sharply with competitive programs like Washington University's 11.76% acceptance rate.

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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.