by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. Also, learn how Missouri Southern ranks among other schools offering degrees in nursing.
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The bachelor's program at Missouri Southern was ranked #1,410 on College Factual's Best Schools for nursing list. It is also ranked #32 in Missouri.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Nursing Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 813 |
| Best Nursing Schools | 1,410 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Missouri Southern State University handed out 41 bachelor's degrees in nursing. This is a decrease of 33% over the previous year when 61 degrees were handed out.
The median salary of nursing students who receive their bachelor's degree at Missouri Southern is $62,273. Unfortunately, this is lower than the national average of $74,888 for all nursing students.
In 2022-2023, the average part-time undergraduate tuition at Missouri Southern was $560 per credit hour for out-of-state students. The average for in-state students was $280 per credit hour. Information about average full-time undergraduate tuition and fees is shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $8,400 | $16,800 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,020 | $1,020 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $7,172 | $7,172 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $3,459 | $3,459 |
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During the 2021-2022 academic year, 41 nursing majors earned their bachelor's degree from Missouri Southern. Of these graduates, 17% were men and 83% were women.
The majority of bachelor's degree recipients in this major at Missouri Southern are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 78% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Missouri Southern State University with a bachelor's in nursing.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 2 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 32 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 3 |
| Other Races | 4 |
Online degrees for the Missouri Southern nursing bachelor’s degree program are not available at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the Missouri Southern Online Learning page.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the nursing majors at Missouri Southern State University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Other Health Professions | 63 |
| Allied Health Professions | 37 |
| Dental Support Services | 27 |
| Public Health | 26 |
| Health & Medical Administrative Services | 21 |