Missouri State University is a public university located in Springfield, Missouri. Founded in 1905, it is the state’s second-largest institution by enrollment. As a public university, it receives funding from the state government and offers lower tuition rates for in-state students compared to private institutions.
The university is part of the Missouri public higher education system and is governed by a board of governors appointed by the state. It provides a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs, emphasizing accessibility, affordability, and public service missions characteristic of state-funded universities.
