Missouri Colleges Rank High for Value in New Study
This KC-area college is one of the best in the U.S. for value, new study says
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A recent study by SmartAsset ranks William Jewell College in Liberty, Missouri, as the 23rd-best value college in the U.S. The analysis included over 1,000 colleges with under 5,000 students, assessing factors like graduation rates and alumni earnings. Truman State University and Evangel University also made the list, showcasing Missouri's strong educational value.
- 01William Jewell College ranks 23rd for value among U.S. colleges.
- 02Truman State University ranks 21st, offering a lower cost of attendance.
- 03Evangel University is also recognized, ranking 73rd.
- 04The study analyzed over 1,000 colleges with fewer than 5,000 students.
- 05Factors included graduation rates and median earnings of alumni.
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According to a new study by SmartAsset, three Missouri colleges rank among the best in the United States for value, with William Jewell College in Liberty taking the 23rd position. The study evaluated over 1,000 colleges with undergraduate enrollments under 5,000 students, focusing on metrics like graduation rates and alumni earnings. William Jewell College has 924 students enrolled, a graduation rate of 64%, and median earnings for alumni of $59,268 after ten years. Truman State University, located in Kirksville, ranks 21st with an enrollment of 2,513 students, a graduation rate of 69%, and median earnings of $56,280. Evangel University in Springfield comes in at 73rd, with 1,229 students, a graduation rate of 65%, and median earnings of $46,573. These rankings highlight the affordability and return on investment of education in Missouri.
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The recognition of these colleges for their value can influence prospective students' decisions, potentially increasing enrollment and funding for these institutions.
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