Missouri Private English Literature Universities

Compare 57 programs at 24 universities in Missouri — graduates, earnings, debt and costs from the federal record on every listing.

Programs 57 Universities 24 Scholarships 35

24 universities · ranked best first

how we rank

Washington University in St Louis

St. Louis, Missouri · Private University · Est. 1853

US #1 QS World #123 ROI A Admissions open

Net price: $21,786/yr
Admission rate: 12%
Earnings (10yr): $86,182
Students: 7,857

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Webster University

Saint Louis, Missouri · Private University · Est. 1915

US #153 ROI D Admissions open

Net price: $27,047/yr
Admission rate: 86%
Earnings (10yr): $50,876
Students: 2,304

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Saint Louis University

Saint Louis, Missouri · Private University · Est. 1818

US #161 ROI B Admissions open

Net price: $24,398/yr
Admission rate: 75%
Earnings (10yr): $70,783
Students: 7,267

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Lindenwood University

Saint Charles, Missouri · Private University · Est. 1827

US #319 ROI D Admissions open

Net price: $19,638/yr
Admission rate: 57%
Earnings (10yr): $53,278
Students: 4,624

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William Woods University

Fulton, Missouri · Private University · Est. 1870

US #337 ROI F Admissions open

Net price: $26,569/yr
Admission rate: 71%
Earnings (10yr): $42,401
Students: 1,300

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Park University

Parkville, Missouri · Private University · Est. 1875

US #399 ROI C Admissions open

Net price: $21,032/yr
Earnings (10yr): $56,309
Students: 4,555

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Maryville University of Saint Louis

Saint Louis, Missouri · Private University · Est. 1872

US #494 ROI B Admissions open

Net price: $22,066/yr
Admission rate: 95%
Earnings (10yr): $62,105
Students: 5,658

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Westminster College

Fulton, Missouri · Private University · Est. 1851

US #516 ROI D Admissions open

Net price: $24,314/yr
Admission rate: 79%
Earnings (10yr): $52,199
Students: 638

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Drury University

Springfield, Missouri · Private University · Est. 1873

US #554 ROI F Admissions open

Net price: $20,831/yr
Admission rate: 58%
Earnings (10yr): $40,694
Students: 1,383

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Rockhurst University

Kansas City, Missouri · Private University · Est. 1910

US #575 ROI B Admissions open

Net price: $25,884/yr
Admission rate: 70%
Earnings (10yr): $67,102
Students: 1,580

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William Jewell College

Liberty, Missouri · Private University · Est. 1849

US #615 ROI C Admissions open

Net price: $17,562/yr
Admission rate: 38%
Earnings (10yr): $59,268
Students: 924

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Missouri Baptist University

Saint Louis, Missouri · Private University · Est. 1957

US #740 ROI D Admissions open

Net price: $27,006/yr
Admission rate: 69%
Earnings (10yr): $46,660
Students: 1,488

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Columbia College

Columbia, Missouri · Private University · Est. 1851

US #786 ROI F Admissions open

Net price: $22,715/yr
Earnings (10yr): $45,378
Students: 4,950

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Southwest Baptist University

Bolivar, Missouri · Private University · Est. 1878

US #799 ROI F Admissions open

Net price: $21,677/yr
Admission rate: 68%
Earnings (10yr): $43,112
Students: 1,341

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Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Fayette, Missouri · Private University · Est. 1855

US #892 ROI D Admissions open

Net price: $22,766/yr
Admission rate: 57%
Earnings (10yr): $48,991
Students: 1,040

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Culver-Stockton College

Canton, Missouri · Private University · Est. 1853

US #1025 ROI F Admissions open

Net price: $21,983/yr
Admission rate: 99%
Earnings (10yr): $46,092
Students: 807

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Avila University

Kansas City, Missouri · Private University · Est. 1916

US #1046 ROI D Admissions open

Net price: $16,053/yr
Admission rate: 88%
Earnings (10yr): $52,773
Students: 1,312

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College of the Ozarks

Point Lookout, Missouri · Private University · Est. 1906

US #1047 Admissions open

Net price: $6,100/yr
Admission rate: 12%
Earnings (10yr): $41,592
Students: 1,444

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Central Methodist University-College of Graduate and Extended Studies

Fayette, Missouri · Private University

US #1147 ROI A Admissions open

Net price: $14,601/yr
Admission rate: 88%
Earnings (10yr): $48,991
Students: 2,092

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Missouri Valley College

Marshall, Missouri · Private University · Est. 1889

US #1175 ROI F Admissions open

Net price: $18,086/yr
Admission rate: 69%
Earnings (10yr): $43,221
Students: 1,443

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Drury University-College of Continuing Professional Studies

Springfield, Missouri · Private University

US #1221 ROI F Admissions open

Net price: $10,566/yr
Earnings (10yr): $40,694
Students: 632

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Hannibal-LaGrange University

Hannibal, Missouri · Private University · Est. 1858

US #1272 ROI F Admissions open

Net price: $22,814/yr
Admission rate: 73%
Earnings (10yr): $42,643
Students: 410

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Stephens College

Columbia, Missouri · Private University · Est. 1833

US #1281 ROI F Admissions open

Net price: $23,459/yr
Admission rate: 77%
Earnings (10yr): $43,071
Students: 391

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Cottey College

Nevada, Missouri · Private University · Est. 1884

US #1497 ROI F Admissions open

Net price: $13,805/yr
Admission rate: 69%
Earnings (10yr): $35,422
Students: 254

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Graduates of English Literature programmes report a median $29,685 two years after finishing, across 765 programmes that publish the figure , against median debt of $24,642.

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Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities for private English Literature universities in Missouri?

By our composite ranking, the top choices include Washington University in St Louis, Webster University, Saint Louis University. The full ranked list above shows each one's national rank, costs and admission data.

How much does it cost to study private English Literature universities in Missouri?

Costs vary widely by university: public institutions charge in-state residents far less than out-of-state and international students, and private universities set one price for everyone. Every listing above shows the published tuition and net price we hold from the federal College Scorecard, so you can compare like with like.

Can international students work while studying private English Literature universities in Missouri?

Yes, within the rules of the F-1 student visa: on-campus work during term, Curricular Practical Training tied to the program, and Optional Practical Training (OPT) after graduating — with a longer extension for eligible STEM degrees.

Why study in Missouri?

Filtering by Missouri keeps living costs, in-state tuition eligibility and part-time work in one place — the results above are limited to institutions located there.

About private English Literature universities in Missouri

This page lists private English Literature universities in Missouri held in our database, ordered by a composite score that combines QS World positions, our editorial star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — never paid placement. Program and cost figures come from the US Department of Education's College Scorecard. Use the filters to narrow by subject, level, university type or location; every combination has its own address you can bookmark or share.

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