Tuition, Cost and Fees

Invest in Your Future

Missouri State-West Plains is a great place to start that investment. With fees lower than most four-year colleges and a comprehensive scholarship and financial aid program, Missouri State-West Plains is one of the most affordable options available.

MSU-WP tuition and fees for Missouri Residents $7,273 compared to other institutions

Estimated yearly costs for students, 2026-27

  Missouri resident Non-Missouri resident
Tuition and Fees (estimate based on 28 credit hours and a combination of seated and online classes) $7,273 $9,325
Books, Course Materials, Supplies and Equipment (estimate) $656 $656
Living Expenses-Housing and Food $8,748 $8,748
Total $16,677 $18,729

Note: Tuition and fees are estimates based on assumptions about individual enrollment. Fees vary based on program of study.

Personal Expenses and Transportation

Personal expenses will vary according to your lifestyle. The financial aid office estimates the cost of transportation, automobile maintenance, insurance, recreation, clothing and other personal expenses will average $4,887 per year for students.

Complete fee schedule

The Board of Governors approves the fee schedule, which includes all tuition and fee rates.

A comprehensive listing of tuition, student services and enrollment fees
A tool to estimate your personal cost of attending Missouri State-West Plains, including estimates for financial aid
A Missouri program that pays most of eligible students' costs for two-year degrees
91% of Fall 2024 full-time, first-time students were offered financial aid (not including loans or veteran benefits).