Truman State University (Truman)
Public four-year university in Kirksville, MO that costs an average of $12,317 a year after financial aid, admits 84% of applicants and graduates 74% of full-time students.
Net price / year
$12,317
Acceptance rate
84%
Graduation rate
74%
Earnings after 10 yrs
$57,751
PublicTown (remote)2,513 undergraduates
Cost of Truman
| Total cost of attendance (per year) | $26,727 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, in-state | $10,220 |
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state | $19,289 |
| Housing and food (on campus) | $12,257 |
| Books and supplies | $1,000 |
| Average net price after aid | $12,317 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price / year |
|---|---|
| $0–30,000 | $9,768 |
| $30,001–48,000 | $5,694 |
| $48,001–75,000 | $8,084 |
| $75,001–110,000 | $12,741 |
| $110,001+ | $17,509 |
Net price is what students actually pay after grants and scholarships (in-state students). Get your own estimate with Truman's net price calculator ↗.
Admissions
| Acceptance rate | 84% |
|---|---|
| Average SAT | 1,320 |
| SAT reading (25th–75th percentile) | 600–700 |
| SAT math (25th–75th percentile) | 570–670 |
| ACT composite (25th–75th percentile) | 25–31 |
| Test scores | Considered but not required |
Graduation, earnings and debt
| Graduation rate | 74% |
|---|---|
| First-year retention | 85% |
| Median earnings 6 years after enrolling | $45,951 |
| Median earnings 10 years after enrolling | $57,751 |
| Rank in Missouri (earnings) | 19th of 53 similar colleges |
| Median debt of graduates | $19,429 |
| Typical monthly loan payment | $221 (10-year plan) |
| Students with Pell grants | 20% |
| Students with federal loans | 26% |
Majors and programs at Truman
Earnings one year after graduation and median debt, by program. Click a program for details and comparisons.
Bachelor's degree programs (37)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer and Information Sciences | — | $71,066 | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | 105 | $69,575 | $25,500 |
| Accounting and Related Services | 79 | $56,963 | $21,500 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | 181 | $56,522 | $15,719 |
| Public Health | 60 | $45,995 | $20,750 |
| Communication and Media Studies | 39 | $41,345 | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | 122 | $39,042 | $21,150 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | 34 | $38,497 | $21,500 |
| Fine and Studio Arts | 35 | $36,444 | — |
| Research and Experimental Psychology | — | $36,406 | $19,500 |
| Biology | 118 | $33,683 | $19,880 |
| English Language and Literature | 69 | $28,615 | $17,187 |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies | 32 | $23,319 | — |
| Agriculture | 36 | — | — |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology | 38 | — | — |
| Chemistry | 14 | — | — |
| Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | 7 | — | — |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services | 49 | — | $19,250 |
| Community Organization and Advocacy | 1 | — | — |
| Computer Science | 60 | — | — |
| Design and Applied Arts | — | — | — |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft | 13 | — | — |
| Economics | 30 | — | — |
| Germanic Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | — | — | — |
| History | 38 | — | $23,719 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | 16 | — | — |
| Linguistic, Comparative, and Related Language Studies and Services | 39 | — | $23,000 |
| Mathematics | 45 | — | — |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | 18 | — | — |
| Music | 36 | — | — |
| Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other | 11 | — | — |
| Physics | 15 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government | 48 | — | $13,000 |
| Psychology | 143 | — | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | 2 | — | — |
| Sociology | 25 | — | — |
| Statistics | 19 | — | — |
Certificate programs (1)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Data Analytics | 7 | — | — |
Post-baccalaureate certificate programs (1)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Software and Media Applications | — | — | — |
Master's degree programs (13)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accounting and Related Services | 57 | $64,094 | — |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services | 36 | $53,428 | $27,645 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | 55 | $41,256 | $20,344 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | 86 | $40,954 | $19,700 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | 11 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | 13 | — | — |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology | — | — | — |
| Data Science | 23 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature | 21 | — | — |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions | 6 | — | — |
| Music | 12 | — | — |
| Special Education and Teaching | 21 | — | — |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services | 5 | — | — |
Graduate certificate programs (2)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology | — | — | — |
| Data Science | 5 | — | — |
Similar colleges in Missouri
| College | City | Net price / yr | Acceptance | Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Missouri Western State University | Saint Joseph | $16,379 | — | $47,624 |
| Missouri Southern State University | Joplin | $10,836 | 97% | $48,193 |
| Northwest Missouri State University | Maryville | $16,120 | 86% | $52,028 |
| Lincoln University | Jefferson City | $13,788 | — | $41,642 |
| University of Missouri-St Louis | Saint Louis | $14,990 | 63% | $59,899 |
| Missouri University of Science and Technology | Rolla | $15,772 | 73% | $85,917 |
| University of Central Missouri | Warrensburg | $15,554 | 64% | $52,739 |
| Southeast Missouri State University | Cape Girardeau | $17,110 | 74% | $48,748 |
About Truman
| Type | Public four-year university |
|---|---|
| Location | Kirksville, MO |
| Setting | Town (remote) |
| Undergraduates | 2,513 |
| Student-to-faculty ratio | 12 to 1 |
| Accreditor | Higher Learning Commission |
| Website | truman.edu ↗ |
Frequently asked questions
What is Truman's acceptance rate?
Truman State University admits 84% of applicants. Admitted students average 1,320 on the SAT.
How much does Truman cost per year?
The full cost of attendance is $26,727 a year (tuition and fees: $10,220 in-state, $19,289 out-of-state). After grants and scholarships the average student pays $12,317 a year, and students from families earning under $30,000 pay about $9,768.
How much do Truman graduates earn?
Former students earn a median of $57,751 a year, 10 years after first enrolling — 19th of 53 similar colleges in Missouri. The best-paid bachelor's program is computer and information sciences ($71,066 a year after graduation).
What is Truman's graduation rate?
74% of full-time students graduate within six years, and 85% of first-year students return for a second year.