Missouri Baptist University
MBU
Saint Louis, Missouri 63141-8698
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for business — close-knit campus
Missouri Baptist University is a private institution in Saint Louis with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 983, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A small campus of 1.5K undergraduates with a 21:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
48% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $46,660 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $25,807.
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Spartans
History & Fun Facts
- •History In 1957, a growing need for an evangelical Christian institution in Greater St.
- •In 1964, Missouri Baptist College was chartered as an evangelical Christian, four-year liberal arts college.
- •The first meeting of the Board of Trustees for Missouri Baptist College was held in January 1964.
- •Frank Kellogg served as the first chairman of the Board of Trustees and later as the second president.
- •In July 1964, leaders acquired the site of MBU's main campus, metropolitan land near Interstate 270 and U.
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 983
ACT Score Range
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
77.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
4.9%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$17,726
Programs (62)
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
67%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
9
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
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 MO state average + suburban adjustment