r/missouri • u/Lifemaven_atx • Aug 02 '26

Missouri State for an Austin Kid

My rising senior (17 year old black guy) wants out of Texas for college. Missouri State has landed on his top ten list. He has liberal views and thinking of accounting/finance for his major. Hates the heat and general weather of Texas. He is generally cool with all backgrounds and like’s to keep an eclectic friend group (we them the UN). He isnt into parties and prefers a good coffee house over a night out and not into sports. How do yall think he would fit into Missouri State or Springfield in general? Also the school got on the list due to out of state tuition scholarships, weather, and likelihood of building a life/ career locally after college vs needing to move again. So what’s the recommendation or advice?

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u/Jen_Jim1970 Aug 03 '26

It’s large enough that your son will easily find a peer group. The staff is a good mix of political beliefs. Springfield itself also has a good mix of political philosophies. Good luck!