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Cheapest Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences Colleges in Missouri

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

Missouri's geoscience programs span a remarkable cost spectrum, from University of Missouri-Kansas City's $12,837 net price to Saint Louis University's $27,075. The state's agricultural and defense sectors create natural pathways for geoscience graduates, with Missouri State University-Springfield graduates earning $42,728 annually. Washington University stands out with its 94.40% graduation rate, while Missouri University of Science and Technology in Rolla maintains strong ties to the region's mining heritage.
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Programs
$12,837 – $27,075
Net Price Range
$37,288
Avg. Program Earnings
69.2%
Avg. Graduation Rate

7 Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $12,837 $11,988 55.9% 69.5%
2 $13,773 $14,278 63.6% 81.5%
3 $14,824 $10,181 57.5% 85.6%
4 $17,502 $9,024 57.3% 92.6%
5 $19,889 $14,130 76.2% 79.1%
6 $22,117 $62,982 94.4% 11.8%
7 $27,075 $53,244 79.8% 84.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the wide earnings gap between Missouri geoscience programs?

Missouri State University-Springfield graduates earn $42,728 annually, significantly higher than University of Missouri-Columbia's $31,848. The $10,880 difference likely reflects program focus and regional job placement, with Springfield's location near Arkansas and Oklahoma expanding employment opportunities.

How do Missouri's public geoscience programs compare in graduation rates?

Missouri University of Science and Technology leads public programs with a 63.60% graduation rate, followed by University of Missouri-Columbia at 76.20%. The 12.60 percentage point gap suggests program rigor varies significantly across the state's public institutions.

Does Washington University justify its higher costs for geoscience students?

Washington University's $22,117 net price delivers a 94.40% graduation rate, the highest among Missouri programs. The private institution's 11.76% acceptance rate creates selectivity that public alternatives like Northwest Missouri State at 85.56% acceptance cannot match.

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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.