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College of the Ozarks charges just $7,669 net price for engineering students, making it Missouri's most affordable option despite its 21% acceptance rate. This dramatic cost advantage reflects the school's work-study model, while Missouri State University follows at $17,502 net price with 93% acceptance. Missouri's engineering graduates enter a job market anchored by major employers like Cerner and defense contractors, creating solid career pathways across healthcare technology and aerospace sectors.
5
Programs
$7,669 – $22,117
Net Price Range
70.8%
Avg. Graduation Rate

5 Engineering, General Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $7,669 $21,290 61.3% 21.1%
2 $17,502 $9,024 57.3% 92.6%
3 $18,705 $27,192 64.8% 67.9%
4 $19,889 $14,130 76.2% 79.1%
5 $22,117 $62,982 94.4% 11.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes College of the Ozarks so affordable for engineering students?

The school operates on a work-study model where students work on campus to offset tuition costs, resulting in a $7,669 net price. This creates significant savings compared to the $18,705-$22,117 range at other Missouri private institutions.

How do public university costs compare for Missouri engineering programs?

Missouri State University charges $17,502 net price with a 93% acceptance rate, while University of Missouri-Columbia costs $19,889 net price but offers a higher 76% graduation rate. Both provide strong value compared to private alternatives.

Does graduation rate correlate with program cost in Missouri engineering schools?

Washington University achieves a 94% graduation rate at $22,117 net price, while College of the Ozarks maintains 61% graduation at just $7,669. The data shows quality outcomes exist across different price points in Missouri.

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