Truman State University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Truman State University is a public research university in Kirksville, Missouri, serving roughly 2,513 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 83.77% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $56,280 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $9,838
- 2024 Average Net Price: $12,780 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 83.77% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 2,513 97.9% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 68.53%
- Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Small Programs
- First-Generation Students: 22.8%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 5.1% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 9.2% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 85.9%
- Average SAT Score: 1320
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 3,428
- Applicants (IPEDS): 3,263
- Room & Board: $11,128 annual estimate
Truman State University: what the data shows
Common questions about Truman State University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Truman State University?
Truman State University is located in Kirksville, MO (ZIP 63501-4221).
NCES locale classification: Town remote.
Is Truman State University public or private?
Truman State University is a Public institution.
How much does Truman State University cost?
Published tuition: $9,838 in-state, $18,566 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $12,780.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $6,046 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $7,926 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $12,426 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $15,425 |
| $110,001+ | $17,220 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $39,352.
How hard is it to get into Truman State University?
Admission rate: 83.77%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1320 and midpoint ACT 27.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Truman State University?
Total enrollment: 2,513 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 3,428 students.
Graduate enrollment: 399 students.
About 98% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Truman State University?
150%-time completion rate: 68.53%.
First-year retention: 84.7%.
What do graduates of Truman State University earn?
Median earnings: $43,966 six years after entry; $56,280 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $21,000.
16.54% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Truman State University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Business Administration and Management, General (73 completions)
- Psychology, General (64 completions)
- Accounting (60 completions)
- Exercise Science and Kinesiology (55 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (50 completions)
- English Language and Literature, General (46 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (46 completions)
- Communication Sciences and Disorders, General (37 completions)
- Computer Science (28 completions)
- Public Health Education and Promotion (28 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Truman State University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 83.77%; completion rate 68.53%; median earnings $56,280 at 10 years; net price $12,780. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$9,838
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Truman State University was $9,838.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$12,780
2024 Value
In 2024 Truman State University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $12,780.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$51,120 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$12,780 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$39,352 4-Year In-State Tuition
$74,264 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$11,128 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,000 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$21,966 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$87,864 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Truman State University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
16.54% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
27.44% 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 Truman State 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 Truman State 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 | $7,368 | $13,240 | $12,703 |
| 2014 | $7,374 | $13,438 | $12,148 |
| 2015 | $7,456 | $13,680 | $12,586 |
| 2016 | $7,456 | $13,940 | $12,362 |
| 2017 | $7,656 | $14,440 | $12,537 |
| 2018 | $7,749 | $14,601 | $12,119 |
| 2019 | $8,120 | $15,314 | $12,462 |
| 2020 | $8,299 | $15,659 | $12,301 |
| 2021 | $8,689 | $16,410 | $11,216 |
| 2022 | $9,014 | $17,036 | $13,256 |
| 2023 | $9,470 | $17,870 | $12,030 |
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.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
83.77% Acceptance Rate
3,263 Total Applicants
2,609 Students Admitted
645 First-Time Students Enrolled
24.72% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1320
ACT Average: 27
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.5 - 3.7
Estimated Median GPA: 3.60
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Truman State University reported total enrollment of about 2,513 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 40% male and 60% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (77.6%), Non-Resident Alien (9.6%), and Hispanic or Latino (4.1%). About 16.54% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 22.8% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
97.9% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Truman State University in 2024 is 2,513 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 3,428 students. Graduate enrollment is about 399 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
84.7%
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.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 77.6%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
57.64% 100% Completion Time
68.53% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 57.64% of students graduating from Truman State University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Business Administration and Management, General: 66% male / 34% female
- Psychology, General: 28% male / 72% female
- Accounting: 57% male / 43% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Truman State University.
Return on Investment
$21,000 Median Student Debt
$56,280 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
37.31% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
1000.94% Return on Investment
3.7 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Truman State University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 53 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Business Administration and Management, General: 73 completions
2. Psychology, General: 64 completions
3. Accounting: 60 completions
4. Exercise Science and Kinesiology: 55 completions
5. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 50 completions
6. English Language and Literature, General: 46 completions
7. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 46 completions
8. Communication Sciences and Disorders, General: 37 completions
9. Computer Science: 28 completions
Most popular programs at Truman State University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Truman State University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Truman State University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 85.9%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $7,584
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $15,401
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Truman State University is a public institution located in Kirksville, MO, classified as Master's Colleges and Universities: Small Programs. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, Accounting. Enrollment is approximately 2,513 students. Student body composition includes White (77.6%), Non-Resident Alien (9.6%), Hispanic or Latino (4.1%). The admission rate is 83.77%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1320. The 150%-time completion rate is 68.53%. Approximately 16.54% of students receive Pell Grants. About 22.8% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Small Programs
Location
Kirksville, MO 63501-4221
Region: Plains
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 53 distinct degree programs, Truman State 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Truman State University located?
Truman State University is located in Kirksville, MO.
What is Truman State University's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Truman State University is 83.8% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 3,263 applicants and 2,609 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Truman State University cost?
Reported tuition is $9,838 and average net price is $12,780 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $11,128 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Truman State University?
Truman State University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 3,428 students, White (77.6%), Non-Resident Alien (9.6%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Truman State University?
About 22.8% of students at Truman State University are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Truman State University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Truman State University reports midpoint SAT about 1320 and midpoint ACT about 27.
What do graduates of Truman State University earn?
Median earnings are $43,966 six years after entry and $56,280 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Truman State University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 68.5% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Truman State University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $21,000.
Is Truman State University public or private?
Truman State University is a public institution located in Kirksville, MO.
Is Truman State University an HBCU?
No. Truman State University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Truman State University a tribal college?
No. Truman State University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
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
- Missouri college costs
- Missouri colleges by ROI
- Kirksville, Missouri city profile
- Plains regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Missouri
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.