Missouri State University - West Plains
Division of Nursing and Allied Health
Missouri State University is a Public institution with a campus in West Plains, Missouri. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Missouri Board of Nursing. The West Plains, Missouri campus for Missouri State University is located in a Town setting, see the map below. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 1,726. The student-to-faculty ratio is 12-to-1. In-state tuition and fees were $5,936, while out-of-state tuition and fees were $8,106 for the most recent reporting period.
Nursing Programs
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN)
- LPN to Associate of Science in Nursing (LPN to RN)
- Pre-Nursing Studies (PRE)
Visit the Missouri State University - West Plains website to learn how to apply for the nursing programs listed above. We also recommend that all nursing students in Missouri periodically review the requirements for a CNA, LPN, and RN nursing license as presented by the Missouri Board of Nursing. Understanding the CNA, LPN, and RN nursing license requirements and duty restrictions for Missouri will help you navigate your education needs and avoid career planning mistakes often made by nursing students.
Tuition Cost And Admissions
| Description | 2024-2025 |
|---|---|
| Student population: | 1,726 |
| Student-to-faculty ratio: | 12-to-1 |
| In-state tuition & fees: | $5,936 |
| Out-of-state tuition & fees: | $8,106 |
| Room and board: | $7,450 |
| Percent on financial aid: | 93% |
| Campus housing: | yes |
| Open admissions policy: | yes |
Student Profile
Ethnicity of Students
Campus Location
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- Address: 128 Garfield Avenue, West Plains, Missouri 65775
- Phone Number: 417-255-7255
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Last updated: October 23, 2025