Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Wichita Falls, Texas |
| Online | mwsu.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize City |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Wichita Falls, Texas, Midwestern State University is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 3,887 prospective students applied, and 3,677 were granted admission. Of those admitted 755 enrolled in the school. 3,919 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,878 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $5,877 plus fees of $4,077. MSU is ranked 814 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
MSU is rated within the lower 36% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Midwestern State University within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#814 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#322 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#41 in Best Colleges in Texas
#18 in Best Public Colleges in Texas
#85 in Best Value Colleges in Texas
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 910/1100 |
| ACT | 16/22 |
| Estimated GPA | 3.2 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $40 |
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Annual Cost to Attend
Texas Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $800 |
| Other Fees | $4,077 |
| Room and Board | $9,780 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,820 |
| Total One Year Cost | $24,354 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $800 |
| Other Fees | $4,077 |
| Room and Board | $9,780 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,820 |
| Total One Year Cost | $26,304 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Health Professions | 32% |
| Business | 22% |
| General Studies | 15% |
| Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 5% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 3% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=226833 IPEDS survey data for Midwestern State University.
Current students may use the Midwestern State University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.