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Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri

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Rank	Institution	Undergraduates	Acceptance Rate	SAT Score	Your Est. Net Price Avg. Net Price	Median Starting Salary	Save
1	City Vision University	257	0	--	6353	40650	#1 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri City Vision University Kansas City, MO Undergraduates 257 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,353 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,650
2	Urshan University	474	83.78	880 – 1,100	14207	63721	#2 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri Urshan University Wentzville, MO Based in Wentzville, Urshan University accepts 84% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 26% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Urshan University, there is a 63% first year retention rate and a 36% four year......Read more Undergraduates 474 Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 880 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $14,207 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
3	Washington University in St Louis	8220	12.06	1,480 – 1,560	22408	78073	#3 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri Washington University in St Louis St. Louis, MO Washington University in St. Louis was named after George Washington and founded in 1853. A private research university, the school received 33,000 applications and accepted just 3,950. Commonly chosen majors are Business Statistics, Computer Science, and Law....Read more Undergraduates 8,220 Acceptance Rate 12.1% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $22,408 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,073
4	University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis	343	89.84	1,020 – 1,230	33147	116360	#4 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis Saint Louis, MO A majority of students attending the University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis are graduates, only 340 are studying for their Bachelor’s. From 1864 to 2020, it was known as the “St. Louis College of Pharmacy.” The school has a 69% first year retention rate, and 100% of students receive grant aid. Undergraduates 343 Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $33,147 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $116,360
5	Culver-Stockton College	861	99.1	970 – 1,080	21996	40673	#5 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri Culver-Stockton College Canton, MO Located in Canton, Culver-Stockton College’s acceptance rate is 99% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Culver-Stockton College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 861 Acceptance Rate 99.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $21,996 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,673
6	Missouri Valley College	1687	69.18	900 – 1,060	18923	36902	#6 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri Missouri Valley College Marshall, MO Located in Marshall, Missouri Valley College accepts 69% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Missouri Valley College currently receive institutional grant aid. 53% of students decide to stay at Missouri Valley College after completing their first year....Read more Undergraduates 1,687 Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $18,923 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,902
7	Hannibal-LaGrange University	452	72.63	850 – 1,180	22685	41185	#7 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri Hannibal-LaGrange University Hannibal, MO Located in Hannibal, Hannibal-LaGrange University accepts 73% of applicants. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 63% of students at Hannibal-LaGrange University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 452 Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 850 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $22,685 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,185
8	William Jewell College	924	38.36	980 – 1,190	19294	54197	#8 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri William Jewell College Liberty, MO William Jewell College dates back to 1849 and was originally associated with the Missouri Baptist Convention. The school became independent in 2003. Out of the accepted students, 33% decide to attend. If taking the ACT, students should aim for between a 18 - 24. Undergraduates 924 Acceptance Rate 38.4% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,294 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,197
9	Webster University	2322	86.23	990 – 1,230	29503	39656	#9 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri Webster University Saint Louis, MO Based in Saint Louis, Webster University accepts 86% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 99% of students at Webster University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 69% and its four year......Read more Undergraduates 2,322 Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $29,503 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,656
10	Ozark Christian College	610	93.61	990 – 1,190	20807	32528	#10 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri Ozark Christian College Joplin, MO Located in Joplin, Ozark Christian College’s acceptance rate is 94%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Ozark Christian College will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 83% and around 29% of students will graduate within four......Read more Undergraduates 610 Acceptance Rate 93.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $20,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,528
11	Calvary University	174	71.74	950 – 1,180	17066	33144	#11 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri Calvary University Kansas City, MO Based in Kansas City, Calvary University’s acceptance rate is 72% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 79% of students at Calvary University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention rate is 55% and its four year......Read more Undergraduates 174 Acceptance Rate 71.7% SAT Score 950 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $17,066 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,144
12	Spurgeon College	1126	96.4	1,040 – 1,190	23750	39712	#12 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri Spurgeon College Kansas City, MO Located in Kansas City, Spurgeon College’s acceptance rate is 96% and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 57% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Spurgeon College, there is a 81% first year retention rate and 18% of students will graduate in four years or less....Read more Undergraduates 1,126 Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,750 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,712
13	Logan University	251	64.29	910 – 1,110	21455	42378	#13 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri Logan University Chesterfield, MO Located in Chesterfield, Logan University accepted 64% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 44% of students attending Logan University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Undergraduates 251 Acceptance Rate 64.3% SAT Score 910 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,378
14	Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences	1041	56.87	940 – 1,140	22929	43860	#14 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Fayette, MO Located in Fayette, Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences accepts 57% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,041 Acceptance Rate 56.9% SAT Score 940 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,860
15	Evangel University	1511	71.61	1,080 – 1,280	19261	39332	#15 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri Evangel University Springfield, MO Located in Springfield, Evangel University accepts 72% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Evangel University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,511 Acceptance Rate 71.6% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $19,261 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,332
16	Park University	4657	69.04	930 – 1,140	19519	50550	#16 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri Park University Parkville, MO Located in Parkville, Park University accepts 69% of applicants. They require $35 for undergraduate applications. About 85% of students attending Park University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 4,657 Acceptance Rate 69.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,519 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,550
17	Lincoln University	1926	0	--	14002	32185	#17 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri Lincoln University Jefferson City, MO Undergraduates 1,926 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,002 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,185
18	Columbia College	5207	47.14	1,040 – 1,250	21530	40747	#18 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri Columbia College Columbia, MO Based in Columbia, Columbia College’s acceptance rate is 47%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 62% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 5,207 Acceptance Rate 47.1% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $21,530 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,747
19	Evangel University-College of Online Learning	242	49.18	--	22503	39332	#19 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri Evangel University-College of Online Learning Springfield, MO Found in Springfield, Evangel University-College of Online Learning accepted 49% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 0% of students attending Evangel University-College of Online Learning currently receive grant aid from the......Read more Undergraduates 242 Acceptance Rate 49.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $22,503 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,332
20	University of Missouri-Kansas City	10166	72.18	1,060 – 1,330	14748	50298	#20 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri University of Missouri-Kansas City Kansas City, MO Found in Kansas City, the University of Missouri-Kansas City accepts 72% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 91% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 10,166 Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $14,748 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,298
21	Avila University	1331	87.8	890 – 1,080	17004	48975	#21 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri Avila University Kansas City, MO Found in Kansas City, Avila University accepts 88% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of students attending Avila University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,331 Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $17,004 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,975
22	Rockhurst University	2303	69.59	1,010 – 1,240	25787	61371	#22 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri Rockhurst University Kansas City, MO There is no application fee at Rockhurst University, where 100% of students who attend receive grant aid, $34,562 on average. Rockhurt’s motto is Sapientia Aedificavit Sibi Domum which is Latin for “Wisdom has built herself a home.” The most popular major among students is Registered Nursing. Undergraduates 2,303 Acceptance Rate 69.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $25,787 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,371
23	Fontbonne University	209	95.03	970 – 1,210	0	44150	#23 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri Fontbonne University Saint Louis, MO Undergraduates 209 Acceptance Rate 95.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,150
24	Concorde Career College-Kansas City	198	96.33	--	29651	33845	#24 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri Concorde Career College-Kansas City Kansas City, MO Undergraduates 198 Acceptance Rate 96.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $29,651 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,845
25	Central Christian College of the Bible	165	21.35	890 – 1,070	14918	30223	#25 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri Central Christian College of the Bible Moberly, MO Based in Moberly, Central Christian College of the Bible accepted 21% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Central Christian College of the Bible will receive institutional grant aid. 69% of students decide......Read more Undergraduates 165 Acceptance Rate 21.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $14,918 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,223
26	Kansas City Art Institute	813	54.76	1,040 – 1,280	27650	25529	#26 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri Kansas City Art Institute Kansas City, MO Based in Kansas City, Kansas City Art Institute’s acceptance rate is 55%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 100% of students attending Kansas City Art Institute currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 813 Acceptance Rate 54.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $27,650 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,529
27	Southwest Baptist University	1710	68.39	930 – 1,240	21336	38855	#27 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri Southwest Baptist University Bolivar, MO Located in Bolivar, Southwest Baptist University accepts 68% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 93% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 1,710 Acceptance Rate 68.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $21,336 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,855
28	Saint Louis University	10413	75.04	1,210 – 1,410	27749	60716	#28 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri Saint Louis University Saint Louis, MO The second oldest Jesuit university in the country, Saint Louis University is also the oldest university west of the Mississippi. The school boasts a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 88% first year retention rate. Many students choose to study Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Undergraduates 10,413 Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $27,749 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,716
29	Northwest Missouri State University	5241	86.09	1,010 – 1,180	16790	41695	#29 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri Northwest Missouri State University Maryville, MO Found in Maryville, Northwest Missouri State University accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 91% of students at Northwest Missouri State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Undergraduates 5,241 Acceptance Rate 86.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,695
30	College of the Ozarks	1454	11.99	1,050 – 1,220	11637	36507	#30 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri College of the Ozarks Point Lookout, MO Thanks to a student work program and donations, students don’t have to pay tuition to attend the College of the Ozarks. It has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 90% first year retention rate. CofO is extremely selective and out of those accepted, 81% decided to attend. Undergraduates 1,454 Acceptance Rate 12.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $11,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,507
31	William Woods University	1342	70.96	1,040 – 1,240	27092	39265	#31 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri William Woods University Fulton, MO Found in Fulton, William Woods University accepts 71% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of students at William Woods University will receive institutional grant aid. 58% of students continued studying at William Woods University after completing their first year....Read more Undergraduates 1,342 Acceptance Rate 71.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $27,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,265
32	Westminster College	640	79.2	1,010 – 1,190	24358	40992	#32 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri Westminster College Fulton, MO Located in Fulton, Westminster College accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending Westminster College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 640 Acceptance Rate 79.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $24,358 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,992
33	Bryan University	144	90.79	--	21211	28498	#33 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri Bryan University Springfield, MO Undergraduates 144 Acceptance Rate 90.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $21,211 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,498
34	Drury University	1391	57.58	1,120 – 1,340	21903	37508	#34 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri Drury University Springfield, MO Based in Springfield, Drury University’s acceptance rate is 58%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students attending Drury University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,391 Acceptance Rate 57.6% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $21,903 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,508
35	Missouri Baptist University	4958	68.6	710 – 970	27623	38997	#35 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri Missouri Baptist University Saint Louis, MO Based in Saint Louis, Missouri Baptist University’s acceptance rate is 69%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 98% of students attending Missouri Baptist University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 65%....Read more Undergraduates 4,958 Acceptance Rate 68.6% SAT Score 710 – 970 Avg. Net Price $27,623 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,997
36	Missouri Western State University	3491	0	--	13126	37499	#36 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri Missouri Western State University Saint Joseph, MO Undergraduates 3,491 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,126 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,499
37	Mission University	381	0	--	23118	30600	#37 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri Mission University Springfield, MO Undergraduates 381 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,118 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,600
38	Harris-Stowe State University	1002	47.84	850 – 1,010	9418	26634	#38 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri Harris-Stowe State University Saint Louis, MO Based in Saint Louis, Harris-Stowe State University accepted 48% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 68% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 68% and......Read more Undergraduates 1,002 Acceptance Rate 47.8% SAT Score 850 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $9,418 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,634
39	Lindenwood University	4663	56.84	1,110 – 1,310	20901	45711	#39 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri Lindenwood University Saint Charles, MO Lindenwood University has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many students enroll in the Business/Commerce, General program. The school’s campus overlooks the Missouri River and downtown. 678 Lions compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Ohio Valley Conference. Popular sports include Football, Ice Hockey, and Basketball. Undergraduates 4,663 Acceptance Rate 56.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $20,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,711
40	Central Methodist University-College of Graduate and Extended Studies	3465	87.53	1,010 – 1,210	14601	43860	#40 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri Central Methodist University-College of Graduate and Extended Studies Fayette, MO Found in Fayette, Central Methodist University-College of Graduate and Extended Studies’s acceptance rate is 88% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 0% of students attending Central Methodist University-College of Graduate and Extended Studies will receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Undergraduates 3,465 Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $14,601 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,860
41	Missouri Southern State University	3881	97.03	950 – 1,200	11626	37866	#41 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri Missouri Southern State University Joplin, MO Found in Joplin, Missouri Southern State University accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $35 for undergraduate applications. About 70% of students attending Missouri Southern State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Undergraduates 3,881 Acceptance Rate 97.0% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $11,626 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,866
42	Southeast Missouri State University	7926	73.52	850 – 1,040	16185	38150	#42 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri Southeast Missouri State University Cape Girardeau, MO Southeast Missouri State University is fairly selective. A NCAA Division I-FCS school, athletes may receive athletic scholarships. On average, each athlete receives $11,447. The main campus is known as “River Campus,” as Southeast also has regional campuses throughout the area, shared with Three Rivers Community College. Undergraduates 7,926 Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $16,185 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,150
43	Saint Louis Community College	15649	0	--	9181	30242	#43 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri Saint Louis Community College Bridgeton, MO Undergraduates 15,649 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,181 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,242
44	University of Missouri-St Louis	12317	62.67	1,020 – 1,290	14008	47564	#44 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri University of Missouri-St Louis Saint Louis, MO Based in Saint Louis, the University of Missouri-St Louis’s acceptance rate is 63%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 99% of students attending the University of Missouri-St Louis will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 12,317 Acceptance Rate 62.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $14,008 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,564
45	Drury University-College of Continuing Professional Studies	659	0	--	12389	37508	#45 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri Drury University-College of Continuing Professional Studies Springfield, MO Undergraduates 659 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,389 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,508
46	Maryville University of Saint Louis	5692	95.08	1,010 – 1,240	22983	55047	#46 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri Maryville University of Saint Louis Saint Louis, MO Maryville University of Saint Louis is made up of six colleges and schools, including the School of Adult and Online Education focused on providing online, weekend, and evening courses....Read more Undergraduates 5,692 Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,983 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,047
47	University of Missouri-Columbia	24449	78.47	1,150 – 1,370	22169	52756	#47 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri University of Missouri-Columbia Columbia, MO The University of Missouri was established in 1839, making it the first public university west of the Mississippi River. It’s also home to the world’s first journalism school, which opened in 1909. Alumni include Chris Cooper, Sheryl Crow, Jon Hamm, and Brad Pitt....Read more Undergraduates 24,449 Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $22,169 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,756
48	Stephens College	392	77.22	930 – 1,160	23194	36778	#48 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri Stephens College Columbia, MO Located in Columbia, Stephens College accepts 77% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. About 100% of students attending Stephens College will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 78%....Read more Undergraduates 392 Acceptance Rate 77.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $23,194 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,778
49	Cottey College	254	69.18	800 – 1,180	14704	32903	#49 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri Cottey College Nevada, MO Located in Nevada, Cottey College accepts 69% of applicants and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Cottey College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 254 Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 800 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,704 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,903
50	Ozarks Technical Community College	11380	0	--	8042	32525	#50 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri Ozarks Technical Community College Springfield, MO Undergraduates 11,380 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,042 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,525
51	University of Central Missouri	7584	63.8	930 – 1,180	14943	41593	#51 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri University of Central Missouri Warrensburg, MO Based in Warrensburg, the University of Central Missouri’s acceptance rate is 64%. They request $30 for undergraduate applications. About 93% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Central Missouri, there is a 74% first year retention rate and 39% of students will graduate in four......Read more Undergraduates 7,584 Acceptance Rate 63.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,943 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,593
52	Truman State University	3265	83.77	1,210 – 1,400	13602	43966	#52 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri Truman State University Kirksville, MO Originally known as the North Missouri Normal and Commercial School when founded in 1867, the school was renamed the Truman State University (TSU) in 1996 after U.S. President Harry Truman. Athletes, wearing purple and white, are known as the Bulldogs....Read more Undergraduates 3,265 Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $13,602 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,966
53	Missouri State University-Springfield	20584	90.53	1,020 – 1,250	17181	40553	#53 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri Missouri State University-Springfield Springfield, MO Found in Springfield, Missouri State University-Springfield’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $72 for graduate applications. Approximately 79% of students attending Missouri State University-Springfield currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is......Read more Undergraduates 20,584 Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $17,181 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,553
54	Missouri University of Science and Technology	5552	72.55	1,210 – 1,410	17366	69295	#54 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri Missouri University of Science and Technology Rolla, MO Located in Rolla, Missouri University of Science and Technology accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 98% of students at Missouri University of Science and Technology currently receive grant aid from the school. 87% of students......Read more Undergraduates 5,552 Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $17,366 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,295
55	Ranken Technical College	1784	0	--	18286	51342	#55 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri Ranken Technical College Saint Louis, MO Undergraduates 1,784 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $18,286 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,342
56	St Louis College of Health Careers-Fenton	399	80	--	24395	28788	#56 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Overall) in Missouri St Louis College of Health Careers-Fenton Fenton, MO Undergraduates 399 Acceptance Rate 80.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $24,395 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,788