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21.1%Acceptance
$21,290Tuition
1,415Students
61%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$41,592Earnings
#10 in MissouriPrivate nonprofit4-yearNAIAStudy AbroadData: 2023-24Evangelical Christian

Cost Details

In-State Tuition
$21,290
Out-of-State Tuition
$21,290
Average Net Price
$7,669
Students Receiving Financial Aid
43.6%
Room & Board (On Campus)
$8,500
Room & Board (Off Campus)
$8,472
Books & Supplies
$1,100
Total Cost of Attendance
$30,890
Students Taking Federal Loans
0.0%
Pell Grant Recipients
43.6%

Net Price by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants and scholarships. Source: U.S. Department of Education

Net price by family income bracket
Family Income Average Net Price
$0 – $30,000 $6,214
$30,001 – $48,000 $6,639
$48,001 – $75,000 $7,275
$75,001 – $110,000 $10,273
$110,001+ $11,397

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Cost Overview

Families typically pay $7,669 annually after financial aid, making this one of the most affordable private colleges in America. The cost varies dramatically by income: families earning under $30,000 pay just $6,214 per year, while those making over $110,000 pay $11,397. Over four years, most students graduate owing around $30,676 in total costs.

The secret lies in the college's unique work program where students perform campus jobs instead of paying traditional tuition. Every student works 15 hours weekly in roles from farming to food service to cover their education costs. With a 0% federal loan rate, graduates avoid the debt burden plaguing most college students. Starting salaries average $35,171, meaning typical monthly expenses stay manageable without loan payments.

Low-income students get the best deal here, receiving a private Christian education for community college prices while gaining valuable work experience.

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