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45.1%Acceptance
$9,470Tuition
2,666Students
68%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$56,280Earnings
#6 in MissouriPublic4-yearSAT/ACT Test OptionalNCAA Division IIStudy AbroadData: 2023-24

Cost Details

In-State Tuition
$9,470
Out-of-State Tuition
$17,870
Average Net Price
$12,030
Students Receiving Financial Aid
15.3%
Room & Board (On Campus)
$10,701
Room & Board (Off Campus)
$10,701
Books & Supplies
$1,100
Total Cost of Attendance
$21,271
Median Debt at Graduation
$21,000
Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
$223/mo
Loan Repayment Rate
77.4%
Students Taking Federal Loans
27.5%
Pell Grant Recipients
15.3%

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 $7,322
$30,001 – $48,000 $7,585
$48,001 – $75,000 $11,125
$75,001 – $110,000 $14,616
$110,001+ $15,816

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Cost Overview

Families at Truman State pay an average of $12,030 per year after aid. Low-income students (under $30K) pay just $7,322 annually, while wealthy families ($110K+) pay $15,816. Over four years, costs range from roughly $29,000 to $63,000 depending on family income. Missouri's public liberal arts designation helps keep costs reasonable compared to private competitors.

Graduates leave with a median debt of $21,000, translating to monthly payments of $223. With median earnings of $56,280 ten years out, that payment represents less than 5% of monthly income. The 77.41% loan repayment rate suggests most handle their debt successfully. Only 27.53% of students take federal loans, indicating many families can afford the costs without heavy borrowing.

In-state students get the best financial deal here. They comprise 82.53% of enrollment and pay $9,470 in tuition versus $17,870 for out-of-state students.

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