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    A-
  2. Value
    A
  3. Diversity
    B+
  4. Campus
    B
  5. Athletics
    B-
  6. Party Scene
    B
  7. Professors
    B+
  8. Location
    C+
  9. Dorms
    A
  10. Campus Food
    C
  11. Student Life
    B+
  12. Safety
    B+
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Truman State University is ...
Public
Athletic Division
NCAA Division II (with football)
Athletic Conference
Great Lakes Valley Conference
Address
100 E Normal Avenue
Kirksville, MO 63501
Website
truman.edu
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Truman State University Rankings

Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate
68%
Application Deadline
—
SAT Range
1070-1330
ACT Range
24-30
Application Fee
$0
SAT/ACT
Required
High School GPA
Required
Early Decision/Early Action
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Cost

Net Price
$12,478/ year
National
$15,523
Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Net Price by Household Income
  • <$30k
    $8,238/ year
  • $30-48k
    $9,116/ year
  • $49-75k
    $11,969/ year
  • $76-110k
    $14,940/ year
  • $110k+
    $16,055/ year

Academics

Professors
B+
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
17:1
Evening Degree Programs
No
88%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.72 responses
54%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.74 responses
39%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.74 responses
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Majors

Most Popular Majors
  • Business Administration and Management
    115 Graduates
  • Kinesiology and Exercise Science
    113 Graduates
  • Biology
    109 Graduates
  • Psychology
    103 Graduates
  • English
    84 Graduates
  • Communications
    72 Graduates
  • Public Health Education
    72 Graduates
  • Accounting
    56 Graduates
  • Nursing
    44 Graduates
  • Communication Disorders
    41 Graduates

Students

Full-Time Enrollment
5,187Undergrads
Undergrads Over 25
1%
Pell Grant
25%
Varsity Athletes
9%
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on 39 responses
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  • Hardworking
    77%
  • Interesting and "interesting"
    13%
  • Weird
    5%
  • Average
    3%
  • Nerd
    3%

Campus Life

Freshmen Live On-Campus
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Poll
52%
of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.75 responses
Poll
66%
of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life.86 responses
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
Based on 35 responses
Report
  • Harvard of the Midwest
    40%
  • Great value for such a low price
    17%
  • The Midwest's Harvard, for the community college $
    14%
  • Not What You Were Expecting
    11%
  • Much Better than Expecting
    6%
  • Pretty much what I expected
    6%
  • Necessary self-construction
    3%

After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$43,700/ year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
72%
National
49%
Employed 2 Years After Graduation
96%
National
83%
95%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.37 responses
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Truman State University is a school for individuals who are willing to dedicate themselves to their major and academia. The students are academically motivated and are always able to manage their school with friends and family. It is a University that is small, but can offer so many opportunities for students who are motivated to see what the collegiate experience can offer. Overall, the University provides an ideal situation for those who are not aiming for a large campus or large school. Buildings are no more than 10 minutes away from one another and the chances of bumping into someone you know is very high. Students tend to be interactive when walking to classes and it is just a healthy environment for students who are wanting to get to know others in their major and in the dorms and all over campus. I highly recommend Truman State University and any student can get the most from attending this University!
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Choosing Truman University is the best decision I have ever made were my education and future vision is concerned. The school is highly equipped with adequate and efficient tools and resources necessary for growth, learning and student success. The professors are interested in education and helping students achieve their goals, even when they are struggling. I would definitely pursue my student with this university as they have majors/programs that I am passionately interested in. The university also takes very god care of international students, offering on-going support and making students settle and be comfortable as much as possible!
Truman has its own subculture. It is a tight knit community because there is little to do in the surrounding town and area. I loved all of my professors. The classes are very rigorous. Definitely a college for someone who is looking for difficult courses. Lots of amazing people. Always very cold and windy! Gorgeous campus with lots of student life happening. I love the library, it is a wonderful place to study and you will always see people you know!