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Drury University

Springfield, MO·Private·www.drury.edu/

Campus Identity

NCAA D2Graduate Programs

Drury University is a small private nonprofit university in Springfield, MO. Approximately 1,383 students are enrolled. Admissions are moderately selective with a 58% acceptance rate. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 39/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Drury University is a small private nonprofit university in Springfield, MO. Approximately 1,383 students are enrolled. Admissions are moderately selective with a 58% acceptance rate. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 39/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

58%
Acceptance Rate
2,690 applications
25
ACT Score (50th %ile)
Range: 22–29
$31,100
In-State Tuition
+$1,330 fees
$31,100
Out-of-State Tuition
+$1,330 fees
$11,690
Room & Board
1,383
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
22%
Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
NCAA D2
Athletics
Great Lakes Valley
Selectivity58% · Open
Highly SelectiveOpen

SAT Scores (25th–75th Percentile)

SAT Evidence-Based Reading

570610670

SAT Math

560590620

Campus Lifestyle

Athletics

NCAA D2

Great Lakes Valley

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Urban setting

Ski Access

170 miles

Hidden Valley Ski Area

Weather

Warm Climate

51°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

170 mi away
30 skiable acres7 lifts
180 mi away
30 skiable acres6 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Springfield, MO

34°Jan39°Feb48°Mar57°Apr66°May75°Jun79°Jul78°Aug70°Sep59°Oct47°Nov37°Dec

Station: SPRINGFIELD WEATHER SERVICE OFFICE Airport · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

39/100
Less Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety452936
45/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
29/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
36/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$31,100
Fees
$1,330
Room & Board
$11,690
Total
$44,120

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

88 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

ArchitectureBachelor's
29 grads/yr$70,134
Biology, GeneralBachelor's
25 grads/yr$49,387
Business Administration, Management and OperationsMaster's
25 grads/yr$79,592
Psychology, GeneralBachelor's
24 grads/yr$42,425
Design and Applied ArtsBachelor's
22 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Accounting and Related Services
Bachelor's6 grads$80,200
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Master's25 grads$79,592
Architecture
Bachelor's29 grads$70,134
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Bachelor's12 grads$52,286
Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies
Bachelor's8 grads$50,287
Biology, General
Bachelor's25 grads$49,387
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's$48,281
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Bachelor's grads$47,695
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Bachelor's$47,160
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Certificate$47,006

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Drury University located?

Drury University is located in Springfield, MO. The main campus address is 900 N. Benton Ave, Springfield, MO. It is a private institution offering 4-year degree programs.

What is the acceptance rate at Drury University?

Drury University has an acceptance rate of 58%, making it moderately selective. Out of 2,690 applicants, 1,549 were admitted in the most recent year. 1,383 students enrolled.

What ACT score do you need for Drury University?

The middle 50% of enrolled students at Drury University scored between 22 and 29 on the ACT, with a median of 25. About 58% of enrolled students submitted ACT scores. Scoring in this range will put you within the typical range, though admissions decisions consider many factors.

How much does it cost to attend Drury University?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Drury University charges $31,100/year in tuition. Including room and board ($11,690/year), the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $32,430/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Drury University's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Does Drury University have college sports?

Yes — Drury University competes at the NCAA D2 level in the Great Lakes Valley. Division II programs offer athletic scholarships and competitive sports programs while balancing academics and athletics.

Is Drury University the right fit for me?

Whether Drury University is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions selectivity (58% admit rate), cost ($31,100/year out-of-state), campus culture in Springfield, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Drury University against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Drury University directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Private
Location
Springfield, MO
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Bachelor's, Master's
NCAA
NCAA D2
Conference
Great Lakes Valley
School Year Weather
Warm · 51°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
39/100
Nearest Airport
Springfield, MO (SGF) · 6 mialso BKG (48 mi), HRO (67 mi)

Location

Springfield, MO

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.