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Cheapest Graphic Communications Colleges in Missouri

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

College of the Ozarks stands out among Missouri's 7 Graphic Communications programs with a net cost of just $7,669, despite its private status and highly selective 21% acceptance rate. This creates an unusual pricing gap where the cheapest option costs nearly four times less than Kansas City Art Institute's $29,555. Missouri's growing healthcare and technology sectors, including major employers like Cerner, create steady demand for visual communication professionals who can design everything from medical interfaces to corporate branding materials.
7
Programs
$7,669 – $29,555
Net Price Range
$21,473
Avg. Program Earnings
55.6%
Avg. Graduation Rate

7 Graphic Communications Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $7,669 $21,290 61.3% 21.1%
2 $12,638 $9,800 39.8%
3 $15,336 $9,739 49.4% 71.3%
4 $21,523 $35,235 66.0% 63.4%
5 $23,277 $28,200 46.5% 64.2%
6 $26,196 $30,730 61.1% 55.1%
7 $29,555 $43,550 64.9% 58.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes College of the Ozarks so affordable compared to other private schools?

College of the Ozarks requires students to work on campus to help cover costs, resulting in a net price of $7,669 versus typical private school costs above $20,000. The school accepts only 21% of applicants and maintains a 61% graduation rate.

How do earnings compare between the most and least expensive programs?

Kansas City Art Institute graduates earn $20,140 despite the program's $29,555 cost, while Webster University graduates earn $22,806 at a $26,196 net price. The $2,666 earnings difference doesn't justify the significant cost gap between programs.

Where do Missouri's public universities rank in affordability for this major?

Missouri Western State University offers the second-lowest cost at $12,638, followed by University of Central Missouri at $15,336. Both public options cost significantly less than any private alternative except College of the Ozarks.

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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.