by our College Data Analytics TeamIs MBU worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
MBU is ranked #2,519 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of B (above average for value). Within Missouri, it ranks #67 of 74 for value.
These MBU majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Special Education | #11 of 14 |
| Behavioral Sciences | #19 of 23 |
| Behavioral Science | #19 of 23 |
| Psychology | #19 of 23 |
| Teacher Education | #53 of 55 |
| Business Administration / Management | #207 of 266 |
| Interior Design Management | #207 of 266 |
| General Studies | #215 of 243 |
| Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education & Teaching | #230 of 252 |
| Secondary Education | #346 of 404 |
Below is the detailed MBU value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
Missouri Baptist University is ranked #51 out of #82 in Missouri for quality and #67 out of #74 for Missouri value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the MBU financial aid page to be sure.
Missouri Baptist University is ranked #2,519 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Missouri Baptist University is priced competitively for the quality of education it provides, earning it a good value recognition from College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at MBU costs about $29,458. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $117,833 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $49,299 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $27,006 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $29,458 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $117,833 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the MBU net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a MBU degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $197,196 | — | — |
| All Students | $117,833 | #2,519 | B |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $108,024 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $197,196 | — | — |
| All Students | $117,833 | #67 | D |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $108,024 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at MBU shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $23,437 |
| $30K–$48K | $24,367 |
| $48K–$75K | $24,627 |
| $75K–$110K | $26,652 |
| Over $110K | $27,950 |
About 89% of MBU undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $17,805 per year. Get more details on the MBU financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the MBU net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.