Race & Ethnicity
Missouri Southern State University has a diverse student body with 29% students of color and 7% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
Missouri Southern State University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
Missouri Southern State University has a gender distribution of 62% female students and 38% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
37% of total enrollment
60% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
Missouri Southern State University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 41% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 17% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
41%
Traditional Age (18-21)
17%
Non-Traditional (25+)
2%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
Missouri Southern State University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 7% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 72% in-state residents, 21% out-of-state students, and 7% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
72% of student body
21% of student body
7% of student body
States Represented
27 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
29%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
62%
Female Students
Global Reach
7%
International
Age Diversity
17%
Non-Traditional Age