Cape Girardeau, MO · Kansas City, MO · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Southeast Missouri State University | University of Missouri-Kansas City | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 73.5% | 72.2% |
| In-State Tuition | $9,903 | $12,587 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $9,903 | $30,227 |
| Average Net Price | $16,185 | $14,748 |
| Graduation Rate | 58.0% | 55.0% |
| Total Enrollment | 9,501 | 14,732 |
| Student-Faculty Ratio | 20 | 13 |
GradFax Analysis
Southeast Missouri State University accepts 73.5% of applicants. University of Missouri-Kansas City accepts 72.2%. Southeast Missouri State University's in-state tuition is $9,903. University of Missouri-Kansas City's is $12,587. Southeast Missouri State University is cheaper. Southeast Missouri State University graduates 58% of students in 6 years. University of Missouri-Kansas City graduates 55%.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
University of Missouri-Kansas City. It accepts 72.2% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
University of Missouri-Kansas City, on average. After aid, students pay $14,748/year versus $16,185/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
Southeast Missouri State University: 58% of students finish in 6 years. University of Missouri-Kansas City is at 55%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.