PublicUrbanMidwestern State University
MSU Texas
Wichita Falls, Texas 76308-2099
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for health sciences — excellent value
Midwestern State University is a public institution in Wichita Falls with particular strength in health sciences and business.
A mid-sized campus of 4K undergraduates with a 16:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
41% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $55,747 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $11,882.
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History & Fun Facts
- •In 1946, a senior division was added and it was renamed Hardin College.
- •In January 1950, the name changed to Midwestern University, with the junior college division remaining Hardin Junior College.
- •In March 1948, the university became a member of the Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools.
- •In January 1959, the university added a graduate school which received full approval from the State Board of Education in August of that year.
- •In 1975, the Texas Legislature changed the name to Midwestern State University.
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
58.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
2.8%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$13,051
Programs (71)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
63%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
31
Peer Average
37
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from TX state average + city premium