Missouri State University-Springfield vs Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City: which has better ROI?
The verdict
Missouri State University-Springfield has the better ROI: it clears its 4-year net cost of $70,452 in 48 years versus not at all at Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City, on median earnings of $49,827 vs $40,796 ten years out. (Scorecard, 2026 · our math.)
| Measure | Missouri State University-Springfield | Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City |
|---|---|---|
| Net price / yr | $17,613 | $8,398 |
| Total net cost | $70,452 | $16,796 |
| Median earnings, 10 yrs | $49,827 | $40,796 |
| Median debt | $21,992 | $10,073 |
| Payback | 48 yrs | — |
| 20-year net return | $-41,112 | $-168,076 |
College Scorecard (2026), institution-level · payback and returns are our math. Figures blend all majors.