MSU Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 93.52%. Not very selective
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $9,950
- Out-of-State Tuition: $11,770
- Both in-state and out-of-state tuition are relatively affordable compared to national averages.
Student Population at MSU:
- Total Enrollment: 5,324, including 1,344 online students
- 4,303 Undergraduate, 1,021 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 36.1% men, 63.9% women.
- This is a lower medium-sized institution, balancing resources and a sense of community.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 43%. Lower graduation rate, which may reflect challenges in student retention or completion.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 64%. Lower retention, which may reflect challenges in student engagement or support.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 70 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 19 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 22 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
MSU Overview
Midwestern State University (MSU) is a four-year, public school located in Wichita Falls, TX. It is classified as Master's College and University with larger programs by Carnegie Classification, also known as M1 Master's College. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at M1 Master's College comparison page.
The MSU's tuition & fees is $9,950 for Texas residents and $11,770 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 84% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $8,874.
The school has a total enrollment of 5,324 and the students to faculty ratio is 18 to 1 (5.56%).
MSU's acceptance rate is 93.52% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 12.94%.
MSU ranked 52nd in Texas Colleges rankings. Midwestern State University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Midwestern State University is $9,950 for in-state students and $11,770 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $8,198 for in-state students and $9,498 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $9,950 for Texas residents and $11,641 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $9,507 for Texas residents and $10,949 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $9,950 | $11,770 |
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| Graduate | $8,198 | $9,498 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $9,950 | $11,641 |
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| Graduate | $9,507 | $10,949 |
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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
Midwestern State University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs.
Special Learning Opportunities at MSU
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | No |
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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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