Missouri Baptist University
Missouri Baptist University is a private research university in Saint Louis, Missouri, enrolling about 1,488 students. Admission is moderately selective, with an acceptance rate of about 68.60% in federal reporting data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $46,660 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $34,612
- 2024 Average Net Price: $27,006 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 68.60% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,488 87.2% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 47.58%
- Average SAT Score: 910
Missouri Baptist University: what the data shows
Common questions about Missouri Baptist University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Missouri Baptist University?
Missouri Baptist University is located in Saint Louis, MO (ZIP 63141-8698).
NCES locale classification: Rural fringe.
Is Missouri Baptist University public or private?
Missouri Baptist University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Missouri Baptist University cost?
Published tuition: $34,612.
Average net price after aid: $27,006.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $21,808 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $24,022 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $25,332 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $29,678 |
| $110,001+ | $29,420 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $138,448.
How hard is it to get into Missouri Baptist University?
Admission rate: 68.60%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 910 and midpoint ACT 23.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Missouri Baptist University?
Total enrollment: 1,488 students.
About 87% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Missouri Baptist University?
150%-time completion rate: 47.58%.
First-year retention: 65.3%.
What do graduates of Missouri Baptist University earn?
Median earnings: $38,997 six years after entry; $46,660 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $22,500.
11.13% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Missouri Baptist University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (663 completions)
- CIP 520201 (65 completions)
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research (41 completions)
- Social Work (35 completions)
- CIP 131299 (33 completions)
- Elementary Education & Teaching (32 completions)
- General Psychology (32 completions)
- CIP 131101 (30 completions)
- CIP 240102 (23 completions)
- CIP 310504 (23 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Missouri Baptist University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 68.60%; completion rate 47.58%; median earnings $46,660 at 10 years; net price $27,006. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$34,612
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Missouri Baptist University was $34,612.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$27,006
2024 Value
In 2024 Missouri Baptist University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $27,006.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$108,024 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$27,006 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$138,448 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Missouri Baptist University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
11.13% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
18.92% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Missouri Baptist University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Missouri Baptist University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $21,790 | $21,790 | $16,402 |
| 2014 | $22,760 | $22,760 | $17,249 |
| 2015 | $23,886 | $23,886 | $18,938 |
| 2016 | $24,924 | $24,924 | $19,308 |
| 2017 | $26,020 | $26,020 | $19,599 |
| 2018 | $27,124 | $27,124 | $20,708 |
| 2019 | $28,220 | $28,220 | $20,444 |
| 2020 | $29,360 | $29,360 | $21,782 |
| 2021 | $30,548 | $30,548 | $22,928 |
| 2022 | $33,316 | $33,316 | $25,404 |
| 2023 | $33,122 | $33,122 | $25,807 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
68.60% Acceptance Rate
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 910
ACT Average: 23
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
87.2% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Missouri Baptist University in 2024 is 1,488 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
65.3%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
31.46% 100% Completion Time
47.58% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 31.46% of students graduating from Missouri Baptist University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Missouri Baptist University.
Return on Investment
$22,500 Median Student Debt
$46,660 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
48.22% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
331.94% Return on Investment
4.8 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Missouri Baptist University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
CIP 52.0201: 65 completions
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research: 41 completions
Social Work: 35 completions
CIP 13.1299: 33 completions
Elementary Education & Teaching: 32 completions
General Psychology: 32 completions
CIP 13.1101: 30 completions
CIP 24.0102: 23 completions
CIP 31.0504: 23 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 663 completions
Most popular programs at Missouri Baptist University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Missouri Baptist University graduates.
About
Missouri Baptist University is a private non-profit institution located in Saint Louis, MO, offering 66 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 1,488 students. The admission rate is 68.60%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 910. The institution maintains a 47.58% graduation rate. Approximately 11.13% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Location
Saint Louis, MO 63141-8698
Region: Plains
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 66 distinct degree programs, Missouri Baptist University provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
FAQ
How much does Missouri Baptist University cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $34,612 and average net price is $27,006 in the latest College Scorecard data.
How hard is it to get into Missouri Baptist University?
The admission rate is 68.6% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data.
What test scores do students need for Missouri Baptist University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Missouri Baptist University reports midpoint SAT about 910 and midpoint ACT about 23.
What do graduates of Missouri Baptist University earn?
Median earnings are $38,997 six years after entry and $46,660 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Missouri Baptist University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 47.6% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Missouri Baptist University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $22,500.
How big is Missouri Baptist University?
Total enrollment is about 1,488 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Missouri Baptist University public or private?
Missouri Baptist University is a private nonprofit institution located in Saint Louis, MO.
Is Missouri Baptist University an HBCU?
No. Missouri Baptist University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Missouri Baptist University a tribal college?
No. Missouri Baptist University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Missouri Baptist University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Missouri Baptist University does not meet that proxy (reported share 0.6%).
Is Missouri Baptist University religiously affiliated?
Yes. IPEDS reports a religious affiliation for Missouri Baptist University: Baptist.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.