5 Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General Programs
| # | School | Net Price | In-State Tuition | Graduation Rate | Acceptance Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Park University
Parkville, Missouri
|
$15,529 | $16,400 | 30.0% | |
| 2 |
Drury University
Springfield, Missouri
|
$21,523 | $35,235 | 66.0% | 63.4% |
| 3 |
Washington University in St Louis
Saint Louis, Missouri
|
$22,117 | $62,982 | 94.4% | 11.8% |
| 4 |
William Woods University
Fulton, Missouri
|
$22,270 | $28,860 | 57.0% | 61.5% |
| 5 |
University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis
Saint Louis, Missouri
|
$33,596 | $31,920 | 75.5% | 91.6% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What explains the massive graduation rate gap between Missouri's cheapest and most expensive programs?
Park University graduates only 30% of students while charging $15,529 annually, compared to Washington University's 94.4% rate at $22,117 net cost. The $7,000 price difference reflects vastly different student support systems and academic resources.
How do acceptance rates correlate with program quality in Missouri?
Washington University accepts just 11.76% of applicants while maintaining the highest graduation rate at 94.4%. Meanwhile, University of Health Sciences accepts 91.58% of students and graduates 75.5%, showing that selectivity often predicts student success.
Where do Missouri interdisciplinary graduates find the best career opportunities?
Major employers like Cerner and BJC HealthCare value graduates who can work across departments and connect different specialties. The state's A+ Scholarship program also helps students start affordably at community colleges before transferring to complete their degrees.
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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.