Race & Ethnicity
Missouri State University-West Plains has a diverse student body with 15% students of color and 3% 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 State University-West Plains offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
Missouri State University-West Plains has a gender distribution of 68% female students and 32% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
32% of total enrollment
68% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
Missouri State University-West Plains serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 31% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 11% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Age Diversity Insights
31%
Traditional Age (18-21)
11%
Non-Traditional (25+)
0%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
Missouri State University-West Plains attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 3% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 103% in-state residents, -6% out-of-state students, and 3% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
103% of student body
3% of student body
States Represented
9 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
15%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
68%
Female Students
Global Reach
3%
International
Age Diversity
11%
Non-Traditional Age