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Missouri - Show Me State

Missouri is situated in the midwestern region of the United States and has an estimated population of over 6 million. It is bordered by the states of Iowa, Illinois, Kentucky, Tennessee, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Kansas, and Nebraska. The state was originally inhabited by Native American tribes such as the Chickasaw, Illini, Missouri, and Osage. In fact, the state got its name from a specific category of the Sioux tribe who were called the 'Missouris'. The word translates to "wooden canoe people". Missouri received its statehood in the year 1821, making it the 24th state of the United States. Jefferson City is the state's capital, and the largest city of Missouri is Kansas City. Missouri experiences a humid subtropical climate, with hot summers and chilly winters.

Major Cities in Missouri

Kansas City

With a population of over 508,000, Kansas City is the biggest city in Missouri. The city is popular for its food, jazz music, and vibrant community. It is also home to several institutions of higher learning such as the University of Missouri-Kansas City, Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, Rockhurst University, Avila University, and so on. Kansas City is also a major economic hub and was once known for its strong trade and livestock industries. The National World War I Museum, Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, Kansas City Zoo, Worlds of Fun, and so on, are some of the top attractions in this city.

St. Louis

St. Louis has an estimated population of around 302,000 which makes it the second-largest city in Missouri. It was founded in 1764 by Gilbert Antoine de St. Maxent and was established as a city in 1822. It was popularly known to be a major center for the fur trade. The city is home to some of the best post-secondary institutions such as Washington University in St Louis, Saint Louis University, University of Missouri-St Louis, St Louis College of Pharmacy, and so on. The Gateway Arch is the most popular destination here which is also why the city has the popular nickname "Gateway to the West".

Springfield

The estimated population of Springfield is more than 169,000 making it the third-biggest city in the state of Missouri. It was founded in 1834 and was incorporated as a city in 1838. Springfield has got several nicknames including "Queen City of the Ozarks", "The Battle of Wilson's Creek," and "Birthplace of Route 66". Major universities like the Missouri State University-Springfield and Drury University are situated in this city. Popular attractions include Wilson's Creek National Battlefield, Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium, Fantastic Caverns, and Route 66 Car Museum.

Economy/Job Market

Tuition Fee and Living Cost in Missouri

The cost of living in Missouri is cheaper when compared to the national average. Housing costs are the cheapest, followed by transportation costs. In terms of affordability, the best cities to live in Missouri are Richmond, Trenton, Bonne Terre, Webb City, and St. Ann. Some of the most expensive cities in the state are University City, Sunset Hills, Weldon Spring, and St. Robert.

The cost of education is moderate to low in public schools for in-state students but is more expensive for out-of-state students. Some of the top private institutes have tuition costs higher than the national average such as Washington University in St Louis, which charges a tuition fee of about $59,000.

List of Few Major Universities/Colleges

There are several renowned educational institutes of higher learning in Missouri that attract students from all over the country and across the globe. Some of the top universities/colleges in this state are:

Scholarships/Financial Aid for Students

The scholarships and grants for the students of Missouri are under the authority of the Missouri Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development. All students should also submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) before applying for financial aid.

Tourism

There is no concrete reason as to why Missouri is called the "Show Me State". However, the state has a lot to offer for tourists to see and is a great place for vacations. Popular places in this state are the Gateway Arch, Saint Louis Zoo, Silver Dollar City, Forest Park, Lake of the Ozarks, Ha Ha Tonka State Park, and several others. Missouri experiences a hot and humid climate and visiting the state during summers can be an uncomfortable experience. It will be ideal to visit Missouri during the Fall season to relish the colors of nature and explore the state comfortably. Popular foods include Burnt Ends, Gooey Butter Cake, St. Louis-Style Pizza, Charcuterie, Bucatini All’ Amatriciana, and a lot more.

Universities & Colleges in Missouri

University (city) Total StudentsUG (in) / UG (out)G (in) / G (out)
Washington University in St Louis (Saint Louis) 17794$58545 / $58545$57499 / $57499
Missouri University of Science and Technology (Rolla) 9265$11499 / $31363$12545 / $32408
University of Missouri-Columbia (Columbia) 33333$11499 / $30318$11499 / $28227
University of Missouri-Kansas City (Kansas City) 19166$11499 / $28227$12545 / $28227
Saint Louis University (Saint Louis) 16248$48090 / $48090$22999 / $22999
University of Missouri-St Louis (Saint Louis) 16738$11499 / $27181$11499 / $27181
Truman State University (Kirksville) 6344$9409 / $16727$10454 / $17772
Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary (Kansas City) 3917$9409 / $9409$7318 / $7318
St Louis College of Pharmacy (Saint Louis) 1389$30318 / $30318$N/A / $N/A
Rockhurst University (Kansas City) 3580$40772 / $40772$17772 / $17772
Westminster College (Fulton) 951$25090 / $25090$N/A / $N/A
Maryville University of Saint Louis (Saint Louis) 12138$30318 / $30318$16727 / $16727
Drury University (Springfield) 1964$31363 / $31363$9409 / $9409
Missouri State University-Springfield (Springfield) 27138$8363 / $16727$7318 / $12545
Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary (Kansas City) 483$12545 / $12545$8363 / $8363
Webster University (Saint Louis) 15256$27181 / $27181$13590 / $13590
Fontbonne University (Saint Louis) 1538$29272 / $29272$15681 / $15681
Northwest Missouri State University (Maryville) 8027$9409 / $15681$8363 / $8363
College of the Ozarks (Point Lookout) 1441$19863 / $19863$N/A / $N/A
William Jewell College (Liberty) 1063$33454 / $33454$5227 / $5227
Lindenwood University (Saint Charles) 12862$19863 / $19863$19863 / $19863
Kansas City Art Institute (Kansas City) 645$37636 / $37636$N/A / $N/A
Stephens College (Columbia) 784$24045 / $24045$9409 / $9409
Avila University (Kansas City) 1885$28227 / $28227$8363 / $8363
Southwest Baptist University (Bolivar) 3803$26136 / $26136$6272 / $6272
Culver-Stockton College (Canton) 1168$29272 / $29272$7318 / $7318
Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (Fayette) 1094$24045 / $24045$N/A / $N/A
Logan University (Chesterfield) 2027$7318 / $7318$11499 / $11499
Hannibal-LaGrange University (Hannibal) 975$25090 / $25090$14636 / $14636
Central Christian College of the Bible (Moberly) 271$12545 / $12545$N/A / $N/A
Missouri Baptist University (Saint Louis) 5276$25090 / $25090$10454 / $10454
Conception Seminary College (Conception) 96$21954 / $21954$N/A / $N/A
William Woods University (Fulton) 2888$26136 / $26136$7318 / $7318
University of Central Missouri (Warrensburg) 15993$9409 / $16727$9409 / $16727
Missouri Southern State University (Joplin) 5783$6272 / $12545$6272 / $8363
Saint Louis Christian College (Florissant) 173$11499 / $11499$N/A / $N/A
Forest Institute of Professional Psychology (Springfield) 0$N/A / $N/A$N/A / $N/A
Lincoln University (Jefferson City) 3114$8363 / $15681$9409 / $15681
Baptist Bible College (Springfield) 267$15681 / $15681$9409 / $9409
Park University (Parkville) 11720$12545 / $12545$8363 / $8363
Research College of Nursing (Kansas City) 647$41817 / $41817$11499 / $11499
Barnes-Jewish College Goldfarb School of Nursing (Saint Louis) 1035$22999 / $22999$11499 / $11499
National American University-Zona Rosa (Kansas City) 286$14636 / $14636$N/A / $N/A
Stevens-The Institute of Business & Arts (Saint Louis) 127$14636 / $14636$N/A / $N/A
Central Methodist University-College of Graduate and Extended Studies (Fayette) 5801$7318 / $7318$7318 / $7318
Nazarene Theological Seminary (Kansas City) 269$N/A / $N/A$12545 / $12545
Vatterott College-Berkeley (Berkeley) 1141$13590 / $13590$N/A / $N/A
Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences (Kansas City) 1163$N/A / $N/A$30318 / $30318
Southeast Missouri State University (Cape Girardeau) 12645$8363 / $14636$6272 / $11499
Eden Theological Seminary (Webster Groves) 152$N/A / $N/A$17772 / $17772
Everest College-Springfield (Springfield) 155$11499 / $11499$N/A / $N/A
Cox College (Springfield) 1179$13590 / $13590$13590 / $13590
Harris-Stowe State University (Saint Louis) 1390$6272 / $10454$N/A / $N/A
National American University-Independence (Independence) 436$14636 / $14636$N/A / $N/A
Kenrick Glennon Seminary (Saint Louis) 113$21954 / $21954$25090 / $25090
Columbia College (Columbia) 14759$7318 / $7318$7318 / $7318
A T Still University of Health Sciences (Kirksville) 3357$N/A / $N/A$33454 / $33454
Hickey College (Saint Louis) 391$14636 / $14636$N/A / $N/A
Missouri Tech (Saint Charles) 0$N/A / $N/A$N/A / $N/A
Evangel University (Springfield) 2308$26136 / $26136$10454 / $10454
Urshan Graduate School of Theology (Florissant) 63$N/A / $N/A$7318 / $7318
Missouri Valley College (Marshall) 1728$20908 / $20908$4181 / $4181
Concordia Seminary (Saint Louis) 580$N/A / $N/A$26136 / $26136
Ranken Technical College (Saint Louis) 1923$15681 / $15681$N/A / $N/A
Missouri Western State University (Saint Joseph) 6163$7318 / $14636$8363 / $13590
Aquinas Institute of Theology (Saint Louis) 128$N/A / $N/A$17772 / $17772
Vatterott College-Sunset Hills (Sunset Hills) 434$13590 / $13590$N/A / $N/A
Covenant Theological Seminary (Saint Louis) 535$N/A / $N/A$13590 / $13590
Assemblies of God Theological Seminary (Springfield) 323$N/A / $N/A$15681 / $15681
Ozark Christian College (Joplin) 681$12545 / $12545$N/A / $N/A
Saint Luke's College of Health Sciences (Kansas City) 934$15681 / $15681$18818 / $18818

*UG - Undergraduate
*G - Graduate
*in - In-state Fees
*out - Out-of-State Fees
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