by our College Data Analytics TeamReview current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees for Missouri State University-West Plains, together with how they compare nationally and their recent trend.
For the most recent year on record, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at Missouri State University-West Plains were $5,936 a year. Out-of-state undergraduates were charged $8,106. In-state residents pay notably less as a result.
Required fees account for came to $1,176 in-state and $1,176 out-of-state; what is left is base tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $4,760 | $6,930 |
| Fees | $1,176 | $1,176 |
| Total | $5,936 | $8,106 |
The figures above are for a single year of attendance and do not cover room and board.
Remember that a lot of students receive financial aid and scholarships that reduce the amount they actually pay. The numbers on this page are sticker price.
What will Missouri State University-West Plains cost for part-time students? Visit the Cost Per Credit Hour page for specifics.
For perspective, here is how Missouri State University-West Plains costs compare against other schools. Each rating shows whether the school runs above or below that group’s average.
| Nationwide | In MO | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Average |
Against the nationwide average, Missouri State University-West Plains sits below the national average.
Remember that a school can look pricey on sticker price alone yet be a better deal after financial aid. Check the Missouri State University-West Plains Financial Aid page for specifics.
Below is how tuition at Missouri State University-West Plains has shifted over recent reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $4,080 | $8,160 |
| Two Years Ago | $4,230 | $8,460 |
| One Year Ago | $4,592 | $6,678 |
| Most Recent Year | $4,760 | $6,930 |
The chart here shows how tuition at Missouri State West Plains has changed across the reported years.
From the prior year, out-of-state tuition went up 3.8%. Projecting that pace ahead one year puts tuition + fees around $8,411 next year.
Most schools raise tuition gradually each year, so the cost in your final year will likely top today’s number.
See answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for additional detail.
Tuition is only the beginning of the cost story — financial aid can change the actual price a family pays substantially.
For a closer look at aid at Missouri State University-West Plains, visit the Missouri State University-West Plains Financial Aid page.