Missouri Colleges With The Lowest Tuition & Fees

Choosing a college in Missouri doesn't have to mean breaking the bank. While many colleges in Missouri are known for their high tuition costs, there are also plenty of affordable options available. This guide highlights the most budget-friendly colleges in Missouri , focusing on tuition and fees for the 2024-2025 academic year, so you can plan for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year with confidence.

In 2025, the average tuition and fees at 42 four-year Missouri Colleges with the Lowest Tuition & Fees is $22,732, reflecting a -17.51% increase compared to the previous year.Among the 42 institutions analyzed, tuition rose at 26 colleges, while tuition decreased at only 1 colleges.

Central Methodist University-College of Graduate and Extended Studies ranks as the least expensive Missouri colleges. With tuition and fees at just $7,500, Central Methodist University-College of Graduate and Extended Studies offers an affordable education without compromising on quality. It is an excellent choice for students seeking value in their college experience.

Close behind are Columbia College - Fort Leonard Wood at$8,256 and Columbia College - Jefferson City at$8,256 both consistently recognized among the Missouri Colleges with the Lowest Tuition & Fees, providing quality education at a fraction of the cost of many other colleges.

Table. Missouri Colleges With The Lowest Tuition & Fees Comparison
	School Name	Undergraduate Tuition & Fees	Graduate Tuition & Fees	Acceptance Rate	Total Population	SAT Score	Graduation Rate	Students to Faculty Ratio
1 -	Central Methodist University-College of Graduate and Extended Studies Fayette, MOPrivate, 4-year	$7,500 $540	$7,425 $1,035	87.53%	3,802	-	-	28 to 1
2	Columbia College - Fort Leonard Wood Fort Leonard Wood, MOPrivate, 4-year	$8,256	-	-	-	-	-	-
2	Columbia College - Jefferson City Jefferson City, MOPrivate, 4-year	$8,256	-	-	-	-	-	-
2	Columbia College - Lake Ozark Osage Beach, MOPrivate, 4-year	$8,256	-	-	-	-	-	-
2	Columbia College - Saint Louis Saint Louis, MOPrivate, 4-year	$8,256	-	-	-	-	-	-
2	Columbia College - Springfield Springfield, MOPrivate, 4-year	$8,256	-	-	-	-	-	-
2	Columbia College - Rolla Rolla, MOPrivate, 4-year	$8,256	-	-	-	-	-	-
2	Columbia College - Whiteman AFB Whiteman AFB, MOPrivate, 4-year	$8,256	-	-	-	-	-	-
9	Columbia College - Kansas City Kansas City, MOPrivate, 4-year	$8,304	-	-	-	-	-	-
9	Columbia College - Waynesville Waynesville, MOPrivate, 4-year	$8,304	-	-	-	-	-	-
	Average	$8,190	$7,425	87.53%	3,802	-	-	28 to 1

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Graduate

Adams State University Public, 4-year | Alamosa, CO
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Pennsylvania State University-World Campus Public, 4-year | University Park, PA
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Trade Schools

Pima Medical Institute-Tucson Private, 4-year | Tucson, AZ
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