School Information

54.3
Total Cost $14,202
Total Enrollment 6,341
Student-to-Faculty Ratio 18 : 1

Midwestern State University

http://www.mwsu.edu
3410 Taft Blvd, Wichita Falls, Texas 76308-2099
(940) 397-4000

Midwestern State University is a leading public liberal arts university committed to providing students with rigorous undergraduate and graduate education in the liberal arts and the professions. Through an emphasis upon teaching, augmented by the opportunity for students to engage in research and creative activities alongside faculty and to participate in co-curricular and service programs, Midwestern State prepares its graduates to embark upon their careers or pursue advanced study. The university’s undergraduate education is based upon a comprehensive arts and sciences core curriculum. The understanding that students gain of themselves, others, and the social and natural world prepares them to ...show more »

General Information
Institution Type 4-year, Public
Special Learning Opportunities ROTC (Air Force)
Teacher certification
Distance learning opportunities
Study abroad
Student Services Remedial services
Academic/career counseling service
Employment services for students
Placement services for completers
Credit Accepted Dual credit
Credit for life experiences
Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation Not applicable
Federal Aid Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates Offered Associate's degree
Bachelor's degree
Master's degree
Campus Setting City: Midsize
Disability Services Student 3% or less
 
School Costs

At Midwestern State University, 78.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 55.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $9,880), and 47% receive loans ($7,720 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $6,488.

Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending Midwestern State University is $7,596 per year.

Yearly Tuition
Midwestern State University Tuition Costs
Tuition Undergrad in State $5,052
Tuition Undergrad Out of State $5,772
Tuition Graduate in State $1,620
Tuition Graduate Out of State $2,160
Living Costs
Total Expense in State on Campus $14,202
Total Expense Out of State On Campus $14,922
 
Enrollment & Graduation Rates

In Fall 2009, 2,225 people applied to Midwestern State University. Of the applicants, 88.0% were admitted (88.0% male & 88.0% female ) and 37.0% accepted (37.0% male and 36.0% female)

Of the 5,606 undergraduate students at Midwestern State University, 26.0% are part-time. A majority (72.0%) of the undergrad students are under 25 years of age. And 71.0% of the 735 graduate students are part-time.

Percent of In-State Undergrads     92.0%
Full Time Retention Rate     75.0%
Part Time Retention Rates     57.0%
Four-Year Graduation Rate     10.0%
Six-Year Graduation Rate     30.0%
Overall Graduation Rate     30.0%
 
Admissions
Yearly Application Deadline 12/21
Admissions Office Phone (940) 397-4334
Admissions Office Email admissions@mwsu.edu
Admissions Office Address 3410 Taft Blvd Wichita Falls, Texas 76308
Admissions Transfer URL http://admissions.mwsu.edu/transferguide.asp
Admissions Website http://admissions.mwsu.edu/ (find financial aid info here)
Application Website http://admissions.mwsu.edu/apply.asp
Application Fee $25

In order to be accepted to Midwestern State University, you should have:

  • A High School Record
  • SAT and ACT test scores
  • TOEFL
 
Test Scores
Midwestern State University SAT SCORES
SAT Reading (25th Percentile) 450
SAT Reading (75th Percentile) 550
SAT Math (25th Percentile) 460
SAT Math (75th Percentile) 570
SAT Writing (25th Percentile) 430
SAT Writing (75th Percentile) 540
Midwestern State University ACT SCORES
ACT Composite (25th Percentile) 18
ACT Composite (75th Percentile) 23
ACT English (25th Percentile) 18
ACT English (75th Percentile) 24
ACT Math (25th Percentile) 18
ACT Math (75th Percentile) 24
ACT Writing (25th Percentile) 6
ACT Writing (75th Percentile) 8
 
Midwestern State University Programs
 

Number of Reported Graduates Last Year
(According to the US National Center for Education Statistics)

Program Name Certificate Associate Bachelor Master Doctorate
Biological and biomedical sciences 31 1
Biology/Biological Sciences, General 31 1
Business, management, marketing, and related support services 205 20
Accounting 37
Business Administration and Management, General 44 17
Business/Commerce, General 21
Business/Managerial Economics 9
Finance, General 37
Human Resources Development 3
International Business/Trade/Commerce 0
Management Information Systems, General 12
Marketing/Marketing Management, General 45
Communication, journalism, and related programs 20
Journalism 0
Mass Communication/Media Studies 20
Computer and information sciences and support services 7 3
Computer and Information Sciences, General 7 3
Education 65 72
Adult and Continuing Education and Teaching 1
Bilingual and Multilingual Education 5
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services 8
Curriculum and Instruction 7
Early Childhood Education and Teaching 37
Educational Leadership and Administration, General 14
Educational/Instructional Media Design 17
English/Language Arts Teacher Education 3
Health Occupations Teacher Education 20
History Teacher Education 0
Mathematics Teacher Education 6
Reading Teacher Education 3
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education 7
Social Studies Teacher Education 0
Special Education and Teaching, General 7 2
Engineering 20
Mechanical Engineering 20
Engineering technologies/technicians 3
Manufacturing Technology/Technician 3
English language and literature/letters 16 4
English Language and Literature, General 16 4
Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics 4
Spanish Language and Literature 4
Health professions and related clinical sciences 44 296 20
Athletic Training/Trainer 2
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist 6
Dental Hygiene/Hygienist 19
Family Practice Nurse/Nurse Practitioner 10
Health/Health Care Administration/Management 8
Nursing Administration (MSN, MS, PhD) 1
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN) 152
Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer 44 77 1
Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist 40
History 12 7
History, General 12 7
Liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities 2
Humanities/Humanistic Studies 2
Mathematics and statistics 8
Mathematics, General 8
Multi/interdisciplinary studies 111
International/Global Studies 5
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other 106
Natural resources and conservation 6
Environmental Science 6
Parks, recreation, leisure, and fitness studies 48 7
Health and Physical Education, General 18 7
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 8
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management 0
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 22
Physical sciences 14
Chemistry, General 7
Geology/Earth Science, General 5
Physics, General 2
Psychology 33 16
Counseling Psychology 10
Psychology, General 33 6
Public administration and social service professions 21 5
Public Administration 5
Social Work 21
Security and protective services 41
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 41
Social sciences 20 4
Economics, General 0
Political Science and Government, General 8 4
Sociology 12
Visual and performing arts 32
Art/Art Studies, General 11
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General 8
Fine/Studio Arts, General 0
Music, General 13
 
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