School Details
Missouri State University is a public, comprehensive university system with a mission in public affairs. Their purpose is to develop fully educated people with a focus on ethical leadership, cultural competence, and community engagement. All programs are designed to meet the students’ needs and prepare them for a lifetime of success.
MSU first opened in 1905, in Springfield, Missouri, as the Fourth District Normal School, with the goal of educating future teachers. The State Fruit Experiment Station, founded in Mountain Grove in 1899, would become part of Missouri State in 1974. Throughout the nineteenth century, Missouri State built facilities, expanded academic programs, and changed its name; becoming Southwest Missouri State University in 1972. In 2005, the school adopted its current title, Missouri State University.
MSU Online degrees are available as bachelor completion and graduate degrees, in addition to online certificate programs through Missouri State Outreach. Online degrees feature the same curriculum as degrees on campus. Students completing online programs at MSU will enjoy flexibility and a variety of support resources.
Accreditation & Licensing
Missouri State University is accredited by:
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)