So, what will it be?
When you stand up. When you have the world’s attention. Will you take it? What will you make of it? Here, you’ll spark inspiring dialogue that matters. You’ll live and lead with integrity. You’ll be a part of something bigger.
What sets us apart
We hear you loud and clear
We know college is a major investment. For more than 100 years, we’ve believed that a quality education should be within financial reach of all students. That’s why you’ll find that our total costs are lower than those elsewhere. By reducing your costs, you can focus on what matters most: your education.
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Meet a Citizen Bear
Finding a passion to serve multicultural students
Millicent Bean chose Missouri State for graduate school because of the student affairs in higher education program. She never imagined the friends and experiences MSU would give her.
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Education is Jackie’s prescription
Jackie Bradley is a Citizen Pharmacist who helps people avoid addiction.
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The power to rise above
Most people in her situation don’t make it to college. Alexis Creamer found resources that helped her carve a path to success.
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Carillon on his mind
Joe Dias is the first graduate to focus his bachelor’s in music on the study of carillon.
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Making a new home at Missouri State
Colton Lynn didn’t start here, but he’ll finish his second degree here.
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Helping others along the way
Jasper Gain has seen her share of challenges. But nothing has deterred her from the pursuit of a good education.
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Discover the latest stories, upcoming events and other things going on in our community. From alumni across the world to students right here in Springfield, stay in the know about everything Missouri State.
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Find out what’s coming up and how you can get involved.