Truman Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 83.77%. Not very selective
- SAT Average: 1320. Above average SAT scores, indicating competitive applicants.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $9,838
- Out-of-State Tuition: $18,566
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at Truman:
- Total Enrollment: 3,664, including 710 online students
- 3,265 Undergraduate, 399 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 38.8% men, 61.2% women.
- This is a lower medium-sized institution, balancing resources and a sense of community.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 69%. Moderate graduation rate, typical for many institutions.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 85%. Excellent retention, indicating students are satisfied and supported.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 62 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 8 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 21 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Bachelor's, Master's.
Truman Overview
Truman State University (Truman) is a four-year, public school located in Kirksville, MO. It is classified as Master's College and University with medium programs by Carnegie Classification
The Truman's tuition & fees is $9,838 for Missouri residents and $18,566 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 75% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $10,678.
The school has a total enrollment of 3,664 and the students to faculty ratio is 12 to 1 (8.33%).
Truman's acceptance rate is 83.77% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 25.92%. The median SAT score is 1320 and the ACT score is 28.
Truman ranked 5th in Missouri Colleges rankings. Truman State University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Truman State University is $9,838 for in-state students and $18,566 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $12,168 for in-state students and $12,168 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $10,220 for Missouri residents and $19,289 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $12,642 for Missouri residents and $12,642 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $9,838 | $18,566 |
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| Graduate | $12,168 | $12,168 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $10,220 | $19,289 |
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| Graduate | $12,642 | $12,642 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Truman State University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at Truman
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army |
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| Weekend/Evening College | No |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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