Missouri Southern State University: what international applicants need

What are Missouri Southern State University's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Missouri Southern State University admits on a rolling basis for 2026–27: there's no single deadline, and it answers applications as they come in, so applying early is safer.

What is Missouri Southern State University's acceptance rate?

97% for students who started in fall 2024: Missouri Southern State University admitted 3,099 of its 3,194 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Missouri Southern State University require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

Yes. Missouri Southern State University requires SAT or ACT scores from first-year applicants for 2026–27.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.

What SAT score do you need for Missouri Southern State University?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 610–730 in Math and 540–690 in Reading and Writing (4% of them sent SAT scores).

• On the ACT, the middle half had a composite of 17–24.
• If your score is above the middle of these ranges, it helps your application. At a test-optional university, a score below the lower number usually isn't worth sending.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release): 25th to 75th percentile of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores. Source

How much is Missouri Southern State University's application fee for international students?

Missouri Southern State University's application fee is $60 for international applicants: $30 more than the $30 US applicants pay.

Does Missouri Southern State University accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

Yes. Missouri Southern State University accepts the Common App fee waiver and doesn't limit it to US students.

• Your eligibility is confirmed through the Common App, usually with your counselor.

Which English tests does Missouri Southern State University accept?

Missouri Southern State University lists the TOEFL iBT, IELTS Academic, Duolingo English Test, and PTE Academic as accepted English proficiency tests for 2026–27.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

Does Missouri Southern State University accept the Duolingo English Test?

Yes. The Duolingo English Test is among the English tests Missouri Southern State University accepts for 2026–27.

How many recommendation letters does Missouri Southern State University require?

Missouri Southern State University doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Missouri Southern State University require the Common App personal essay?

No. Missouri Southern State University doesn't require the Common App personal essay for 2026–27, though you can still send it: the Common App lets you submit it to any university.

How many international students does Missouri Southern State University have?

179 of Missouri Southern State University's 3,881 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 4.6%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Missouri Southern State University cost for international students?

Missouri Southern State University is a public university: international students pay at least the out-of-state rate, $17,080 in published tuition and fees for 2024–25 (in-state students paid $8,960). Some public universities add an international fee. On-campus food and housing was $9,119. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $31,092 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source

Does Missouri Southern State University give financial aid to international students?

Yes. In 2025-26, Missouri Southern State University gave institutional scholarships or grants to 99 international undergraduates.

• Number of international students aided: the university's Common Data Set 2025-26 Source