Graduate College

Where expertise meets impact

Develop advanced skills in a community of scholars and expert faculty.

With a graduate degree, you'll elevate your career potential and make real-world breakthroughs.

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See our diverse online and seated options including doctorates, master's degrees, graduate certificates and accelerated tracks. Several programs offer various tracks/emphasis areas.

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Professional doctorates and specialist degrees 

59
master's degrees

113
graduate certificates

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Our degrees open doors

Nhi Le, developed her independent research and critical thinking skills while earning her Master of Science in Biology from Missouri State. Her skills and preparedness led to admission offers from distinquished PhD programs.

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Extensive financial aid resources, scholarships and graduate assistantships help bring your dreams within reach.

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Voted most affordable online master's program

At an estimated annual cost of $5,685, Missouri State University was voted one of the most affordable online master's degree options by OnlineU in 2024.

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