Skip to main content
51.1%Acceptance
$13,440Tuition
5,108Students
57%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$53,037Earnings
#11 in MissouriPublic4-yearSAT/ACT Test OptionalResearch UniversityNCAA Division IIStudy AbroadData: 2023-24

Cost Details

In-State Tuition
$13,440
Out-of-State Tuition
$33,432
Average Net Price
$12,323
Students Receiving Financial Aid
17.9%
Room & Board (On Campus)
$13,104
Room & Board (Off Campus)
$13,576
Books & Supplies
$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance
$27,544
Median Debt at Graduation
$20,000
Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
$212/mo
Loan Repayment Rate
53.6%
Students Taking Federal Loans
19.9%
Pell Grant Recipients
17.9%

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 $10,019
$30,001 – $48,000 $9,080
$48,001 – $75,000 $12,980
$75,001 – $110,000 $19,284
$110,001+ $18,260

Cost Estimator

Family Income
Residency
Housing

Cost Overview

Most families pay far less than the $27,544 sticker price at Missouri-St Louis. The average net price is just $12,323, and low-income families pay only $10,019 annually. Middle-income families ($30-48K) get the best deal at $9,080 per year. Over four years, that's roughly $36,000 to $40,000 total. The university clearly prioritizes affordability for Missouri residents, who make up 84% of students.

Graduates leave with a manageable $20,000 in debt, translating to monthly payments of $212. With median earnings of $53,037 ten years out, that represents about 5% of gross income. The 96% employment rate helps explain why 54% of borrowers successfully repay loans. Working adults and commuter students benefit most here, as the school's flexible programs and reasonable costs align with their practical needs rather than traditional college experiences.

Official Net Price Calculator

Get a personalized cost estimate from University of Missouri-St Louis:

Visit Official Net Price Calculator

This links to the school's federally-required net price calculator for a personalized estimate.