Possibilities are waiting
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90% OF than CLASSES have fewer
30
120
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students
Unlimited
free tutoring
for all students
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28,000+ ALUMNI IN ALL
50 STATES
25+ COUNTRIES
+
5,000
UNDERGRADUATE
STUDENTS STUDENTS
16:1 student
ARE FROM
15 class size average
faculty ratio
When choosing a college, we know you have high expectations – and you should! You’ll be spending the next four years learning, growing and experiencing everything your chosen college has to offer. Missouri Western offers an education tailored to you. As Missouri’s official applied learning university, we offer you student-centered, hands-on learning opportunities. Nearly 100 percent of our students participate in an applied learning opportunity where they gain the experiences they need to succeed. You will experience small classroom sizes, explore extensive research and internship opportunities, as well as make friends from all around the world. With all of this and more, you will quickly discover what we mean when we say
everything is possible OVER
100 YEARS
OF TRADITION
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experience
the possibilities
meet : Brock Ryan ’18 and Alec Guy ’17 Majors: Economics Hometowns: St. Joseph, Missouri Experience: Wrote a research paper and presented in Hawaii Read their story: missouriwestern.edu/possibilities
Internships
Griffons gain real-world experience:
• Altec • American Family Insurance • Apple • Children’s Mercy Hospital • Disney World • Kansas City Chiefs • Mosaic Life Care
• NASA • National Geographic • TOMS Shoes • U.S. Department of Defense • U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service • U.S. Senate • Worlds of Fun
Research Projects
Griffons get noticed for their research: • Received a $1.1 million synthetic biology research grant • Worked with the Centers for Disease Control on a newly discovered virus • Presented research at international conferences in Malta, Greece, Croatia and more • Presented research for the National Science Foundation • Created strategic business plans and were awarded franchises 2 #gogriffs
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Study Away
Griffons have taken their adventures off campus to: • Discuss art with painters in France • Explore museums in New York City • Practice nursing in Honduras • Explore the ruins of ancient Greece • Snorkel in Belize • Study in China, England, Germany, Mexico, South Korea and many more countries!
Service Learning
Griffons make an impact in their community by helping: • Big Brothers Big Sisters • Habitat for Humanity • Department of Conservation
• United Way • Youth Alliance
Student Leadership Griffons exhibit their leadership skills through:
• Barbara Sprong Leadership Challenge • Honor societies • ROTC • Student Government Association • Student Taught Empowerment Program (S.T.E.P.) • Transition Mentor leadership positions • Western Activities Council
meet : Melissa Cairns ’16 Major: Recreation Sport Management Hometown: Tauranga, New Zealand Experience: Rafting Guide at ACE Adventures in West Virginia Read her story: missouriwestern.edu/possibilities
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experience life
as a Griffon HAPPY HOLI
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organizations See griff.vn/studentorgs for a full list.
#homecoming
meet : Jacob Metzinger ’19 Major: Construction Engineering Hometown: St. Joseph, Missouri Experience: Revived a student organization, Associated General Contractors of MWSU Read his story: missouriwestern.edu/possibilities
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Play sports with your friends on open GISC nights
Spring Concert
Swim for free in the newly renovated indoor pool
Work out in the free fitness center
Greek Life Five sororities Alpha Gamma Delta Alpha Kappa Alpha Incorporated Alpha Sigma Alpha Sigma Sigma Sigma Zeta Phi Beta
Five fraternities Alpha Phi Alpha Alpha Sigma Phi Phi Beta Sigma Phi Delta Theta Tau Kappa Epsilon
JUMP -ATHON
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welcome home
Griffons
MOVE-IN DAY
Housing
Dining
• 24/7/365 security • Secure key card entry to each hall • Resident assistants and professional staff on site • In-hall laundry facilities
• All-you-care-to-eat dining hall • Food court • Chick-fil-A • Subway • Zoca – fast-casual fresh Mex • Einstein Bros. Bagels • The Roasterie • Max’s Mart • POD (Provisions on Demand)
Residence Halls suite or apartment style options
Health Center Esry Health Center is located conveniently on campus and is available to all Missouri Western students.
Free resources • Free cable in each room • Free computer lab access in most halls • Free Wi-Fi across campus • Free parking
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Each suite
has its own
bathroom nom nom nom
#gameon #squadgoals
shower
Housing Options
Scanlon Hall
single
closet
Freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors
under counter refrigerator shelves
desk
pantry
Beshears Hall and Juda Hall Sophomores, juniors and seniors Greek housing in Juda
bedroom
single
kitchen
micro
bedroom
living room
chest closet
bedroom single
bath
bath
bedroom
single
Leaverton Hall and Vaselakos Hall
Freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors
Griffon Hall
Sophomores, juniors and seniors everything is possible 7 bedroom
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kitchen
living room
bedroom
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catch the
Griffon Spirit
#TogetherWeFly
#fullhous
e
Cheer on our Griffons Men’s
• Baseball • Basketball • Cheer • Cross Country
• Football • Golf • Indoor Track & Field • Outdoor Track & Field
• Basketball • Cheer • Cross Country • Golf • Indoor Track & Field
• Outdoor Track & Field • Soccer • Softball • Tennis • Volleyball
Women’s
ATHLETICS
We did it!
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Check out our ginormous scoreboard!
Far from average
• 112 total student athletes named to MIAA honor roll with 3.0 GPA or above • 14 Scholar-Athlete awards for 3.5+ GPA in addition to being named All-MIAA • Two student-athletes named CoSIDA Academic All-America for outstanding achievements on the field and in the classroom
Take advantage of the Max Experience
• Free admission to all home games for you and up to four immediate family members • Free bus trip to one away football and basketball game • Free giveaways at select games • One free concession item and drink at all home football and basketball games • Top five students who attend the most home games in a season win a prize
SCROAR!
Bragging rights • Mike Jordan – L.A. Rams • Leonard Wester – Tampa Bay Buccaneers • Greg Zuerlein – L.A. Rams • Brice Garnett – PGA • David Bass – Seattle Seahawks
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meet : Mike Jordan ’16 Major: Recreation Sport Management Hometown: Hazelwood, Missouri Experience: Undrafted free agent with the L.A. Rams Read his story: missouriwestern.edu/possibilities
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st. joseph: made with
Uncommon Character
Traditional wood-fired pizzeria. Yum!
USA Today’s 7th fastest-growing economy in the nation
Uncommon tastes • Wide selection of flavored teas and coffee at Hazel’s Coffee Company • Gourmet food in a quirky, artistic atmosphere at Bad Art Bistro • Authentic Mediterranean cuisine at Gyro Paradise • Tokyo-style ramen and delicious sides at Komatsu Ramen • Traditional wood-fired pizza at il Lazzarone
Uncommon shops and sights
• 26 beautiful miles of parkway system for driving, hiking, biking and more • 13 different museums • Unique, upcycled items at Nesting Goods • 1,200-seat renovated Missouri Theater, built in 1927 • Vintage clothing, accessories and vinyl at The Lucky Tiger Or shop your favorite brands at American Eagle, Best Buy, Pink and more
Discover why St. Joseph is more than your average college town at uncommoncharacter.com. 10 #gogriffs
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One of Expedia’s 17 places you must visit in 2017 #26miles #biking
#retro #gamerlife
Designated a Missouri Creative Community
meet : Ashley Coats ’17 Major: History Hometown: St. Joseph, Missouri Experience: Interned then got a job with St. Joseph Museums Read her story: missouriwestern.edu/possibilities
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Spratt Memorial Stadium
Potter Hall
Griffon Plaza
Preview campus with our virtual tour at griff.vn/tour.
Eder Hall
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Blum Union
Welcome to our campus! Remington Atrium
Scanlon Hall
Remington Hall
Residence Halls
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connect with
Missouri Western
#gradselfie
Look mom no hands!
#bidday #sisters
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missouri western
Cost and tuition Griffon Rate Pay in-state rates if you live in an adjoining state!
griff.vn/griffonrate
Yearly In-State Tuition and Fees $30,000 $25,000 $20,000 $15,000 $10,000 $5,000 $0 Missouri Average Average Western Missouri Missouri State Four-year Four-year University* Public * Private †* These figures were compiled by the Missouri Department of Higher Education for all Missouri public four-year institutions and reflect tuition and fees for fall 2016. †Source: College Tuition Compare - collegetuitioncompare.com
For additional cost comparison information visit missouriwestern.edu/costcomparison.
3rd lowest tuition in the state of Missouri! 16 #gogriffs
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Standard Tuition and Fees (2017-18) 15 Credit Hours/Semester
One Semester
Full Year
IN-STATE
$3,421 $6,842
OUT-OF-STATE
$6,675 $13,350
Housing Costs Hall and Meal Plans
One Semester
Full Year
SCANLON HALL*
Freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors
$4,051 $8,102
Scanlon Hall – 21 meals - All Access†
LEAVERTON HALL and VASELAKOS HALL Freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors
$4,338 $8,676
Apartments – 21 meals - All Access†
BESHEARS HALL and JUDA HALL
Sophomores, juniors and seniors
$5,020 $10,040
Super Single Suites – 21 meals - All Access†
GRIFFON HALL
Sophomores, juniors and seniors
$5,150 $10,300
Griffon Hall – 21 meals - All Access† *Scanlon Hall – singles, if available $3,077 plus selected meal plan †Additional meal plans (griff.vn/housingfee) 15 meals + $425 flex 12 meals + $225 flex 10 meals + $425 flex
COMMUTER MEAL PLANS
$800 Declining Balance Account available to juniors and seniors only $1,600 Declining Balance Account available to sophomores, juniors and seniors only
Cost for Tuition, Room and Board * 15 Credit Hours/Semester
One Semester
Full Year
IN-STATE
$7,472 $14,944
OUT-OF-STATE
$10,726 $21,452
*Scanlon Hall, 15 credit hours per semester and 21 meals per week - All Access
Additional program fees may apply. Visit griff.vn/fees and click on budget worksheet to calculate your cost to attend.
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missouri western
Scholarships Freshman Scholarships Competitive
ACT GPA Renewable GPA
Golden Griffon *
27 3.50
3.50 $5,000 or $10,218
n/a 3.00
Alumni Legacy †
Amount Per Year
n/a
$500
Automatic ‡
ACT
President’s
Renewable GPA
Deans’
Amount Per Year
26 3.50
3.25
20
3.00 $1,000
23 3.30
Governors’ MWSU A+ †§
GPA
3.00
3.00
n/a 3.00
3.25
$3,600 $2,600
$1,500
* Higher amount covers cost of on-campus housing; not stackable with President’s scholarship
§ Must indicate participation in the A+ program on application for admission. A+ stamp must be present on final high school transcript.
‡ Students can only receive one of the following scholarships: President’s, Governors’, Deans’
Please note: Students must be admitted by July 1 to be considered for scholarships.
† Stackable with all scholarships
Complete the FAFSA and competitive scholarship application by Feb. 1 to be eligible for competitive scholarships.
Transfer Scholarships Competitive Griffon Scholar Phi Theta Kappa MCCA/PTK *
Hours GPA Renewable GPA
Amount Per Year
42 3.50
3.50
$5,000
n/a n/a
3.50
$2,000
24 3.50
3.50
$3,000
Automatic †
Hours
President’s Governors’ Deans’
GPA
Renewable GPA
Amount Per Year
24 3.50
3.50
24
3.00 $1,000
24 3.30 3.00
3.30
$2,500 $1,500
* Must be a member of the MCCA/PTK All-State Academic Team. † Students can only receive one transfer scholarship.
Please note: Students must have fewer than 100 earned credit hours to be eligible for a transfer scholarship.
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Griffon Honors Advantages • Unique scholarship opportunities • Challenging classes and programs
• Priority registration for classes • Dedicated honors staff and faculty • Conference and research opportunities
Admission Requirements • ACT score 26+
• High school GPA 3.5+
Discover more! Apply at missouriwestern.edu/honors.
meet : Tarquin Kellough ’17 Major: Music Technology Hometown: Kansas City, Missouri Experience: First generation student Read his story: missouriwestern.edu/possibilities
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griffon
Majors & Minors Four-Year Degrees Accounting (BSBA) Applied Computer Technology (BS) Biochemistry/Molecular Biology (BS) Biology (BS) - Botany, Health Science or Zoology Concentration Biotechnology (BS) Business (see Accounting, Finance, Management, Marketing or Supply Chain Management) Chemistry (BS) Civil Engineering dual degree (BS) Computer Science (BS) - Computer Information Systems Concentration Construction Engineering Technology (BS) Convergent Journalism (BS) Criminal Justice (BS) - Administration, Corrections, Juvenile Justice, Law Enforcement or Legal Studies Concentration Digital Animation (BFA) Economics (BS) Electrical Engineering Dual Degree (BS) Electronics & Computer Engineering Technology (BS) Electronics Engineering Technology (BS) English (BA) - Creative Writing and Publishing, Literature or Technical Communication Concentration Finance (BSBA) Forensic Science (see Natural Science/Chemistry) French (see Modern Languages) General Studies (BGS) Graphic Design (BFA) Health Information Management (BS) History (BA and BS) Interdisciplinary Studies (BIS) International Studies (BA) Journalism (see Convergent Journalism) Management (BSBA) Manufacturing Engineering Technology (BS) - Bio-manufacturing or Design and Technical Graphics Concentration Marketing (BSBA) Mathematics (BS) Mechanical Engineering dual degree (BS) Medical Laboratory Science (BS) Modern Languages (BA) - Spanish, French, Professional Applications or Technical Communication Concentration Music (BA and BM) - Business, Jazz, Music Technology or Piano Pedagogy Concentration Natural Science/Biology (BS) Natural Science/Chemistry (BS) - Chemical Business, Forensic Science or Health Professions Concentration Nursing (BSN)
Philosophy (BA and BS) - Religion Concentration Physical Education (BS) - General, Health Exercise Science or Personal and Commercial Fitness Concentration Political Science (BA and BS) Population Health Management (BS) - Computer Information Systems, General Business, Health Informatics or Human Health Concentration Psychology (BS) - General or Organizational Leadership Concentration Public Relations (BS) Recreation Sport Management (BS) - Recreation Management or Sport Management Concentration Social Work (BSW) Sociology (BS) Spanish (see Modern Languages) Speech Communication (BA and BS) Studio Art (BFA) - Art Therapy Concentration Supply Chain Management (BSBA) Technical Communication (BS) Technology 2+2 (BST) Theatre and Cinema (BA) - Cinema, Musical Theatre or Theatre Concentration Wildlife Conservation and Management (BS)
Four-Year Teaching Degrees Art (BSE) Early Childhood Education (BSE) Elementary Education (BSE) - Early Childhood Education Cert. - Early Childhood-Special Education Cert. - General Concentration - Special Education Cert. - Special Reading Cert. English (BSE) French (BSE) History with Teacher Certification (BA and BS) Mathematics with Teacher Certification (BS) Music (BME) - Instrumental or Vocal Concentration Natural Science/Biology with Teacher Certification (BS) Natural Science/Chemistry/Education Concentration (BS) Physical Education/Health Education Certification (BS) Spanish (BSE) Speech/Theatre (BSE)
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Pre-Professional Programs Pre-Architecture Pre-Chiropractic Pre-Dentistry Pre-Engineering Pre-Law Pre-Medicine Pre-Optometry Pre-Pharmacy Pre-Physical Therapy Pre-Veterinary Medicine
Two-Year Degrees Criminal Justice (AS) Legal Assistant (AS) Manufacturing Engineering Technology (AAS) - Instrumentation and Automation or Precision Machining Concentration Physical Therapist Assistant (AAS)
Minors
Applied Computer Technologies Art History Athletic Coaching Biology Ceramics Chemistry Childhood Studies Cinema Computer Science missouriwestern.edu/graduate Computer Technology Construction Management Creative Writing Criminal Justice Dance Digital Animation Drawing Economics English Literature English Studies English Technical Communication Entrepreneurship
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European History Finance French Gender and Power Studies General Business General History Geography German Graphic Design Health Informatics and Information Management Humanities Illustration International Studies Journalism Leadership Legal Studies Manufacturing Technology Mathematics Military Science Music Music Technology Musical Theatre Painting Peace and Conflict Studies Philosophy Photography Physics Political Science Printmaking Psychology Recreation Sport Management Religion Sculpture Sociology Spanish Speech and Theatre Speech Communication Theatre U.S. History Wellness
Not sure what to major in? Find your perfect match: griff.vn/focusareas
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meet : Logan Eck Major: Masters in Sport and Fitness Management Hometown: Towanda, Kansas Experience: Minor League Trainer for NY Yankees Read his story: missouriwestern.edu/possibilities
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documents required to
become a Griffon FIRST-TIME STUDENTS DIRECT FROM HIGH SCHOOL, HOMESCHOOLED & HiSET/GED
TRANSFER STUDENTS WITH FEWER THAN 24 HOURS OF CREDIT
• Completed application
• High school transcript (or official HiSET/GED results)*
• High school transcript (or official HiSET/GED results)* with a minimum of six semesters of coursework (a final copy will be required upon graduation)
• Official ACT or SAT results Students age 20 and older are not required to submit ACT scores to complete their admissions file; however, placement tests may be required in some subjects.
• Official college transcripts from ALL dual enrollment/dual credit courses taken in high school
• Completed application
• Official ACT or SAT results Students age 20 and older are not required to submit ACT scores to complete their admissions file; however, placement tests may be required in some subjects.
• Official college transcripts from ALL previous institutions you have attended *For required HiSET/GED scores refer to griff.vn/required
*For required HiSET/GED scores refer to griff.vn/required.
TRANSFER STUDENTS WITH 24 HOURS OF CREDIT OR MORE
STILL NEED TO TAKE THE ACT?
• Completed application
We offer the ACT on campus! For more information, contact our testing center at (816) 271-4100 and ask for testing.
MILITARY STUDENTS
• Official college transcripts from ALL previous institutions you have attended.
• You may be eligible for college credit! Submit a copy of
your DD 214 and any military coursework.
Missouri Western ACT Code: 2344
university admission
standards
Missouri Western’s goal is to enroll students with the potential for academic success. Each applicant’s file will be reviewed using the following standards:
FRESHMAN ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Applicants who meet one of the following criteria will be granted automatic, regular admission to the University: • 21 ACT (1060 SAT*) or higher OR • 3.5 GPA
Applicants who don’t meet the above automatic criteria may be granted regular admission if they meet the requirements in the following sliding scale: • 20 or 19 ACT (1020-980 SAT*) AND 2.3 GPA or higher • 18 or 17 ACT (940-900 SAT*) AND 2.5 GPA or higher • 16 or 15 ACT (860-810 SAT*) AND 2.7 GPA or higher Applicants who don’t meet these guidelines (but meet our regular application deadline) may be admitted with certain
conditions placed on their enrollment, based on an evaluation of their previous academic record. These conditions may include but are not limited to: limited course selection, part-time enrollment, restrictions on when a student may be allowed to register. Students admitted conditionally may not live on campus.
* SAT scores are based on the sum of math and critical reading scores.
TRANSFER ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Students who have completed at least one semester of college coursework after completing high school (or HiSET/GED) are considered transfer students. Missouri Western evaluates transfer students according to the table of academic standards in the University Catalog (catalog.missouriwestern.edu).
Apply now
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mark your
calendar You’re on your way to becoming a Griffon!
Aug. 1 – Missouri Western begins accepting applications
c Submit application c Submit transcripts c Submit test scores
Oct. 1 – Complete the FAFSA
Nov. 1 – Missouri Western begins accepting housing deposits
Missouri Western school code: 002490
Mid-Dec. – Begin accepting your financial aid awards online (if FAFSA is completed early)
Feb. 1 – Competitive scholarship deadline
and FAFSA priority deadline
Feb. 20 – Continue accepting your financial aid awards online (if FAFSA is completed by Feb. 1) June/July – Attend Griffon Orientation
Aug. 27 – Classes begin
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fall in love
with our campus
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2017-2018 Visit Opportunities Showcase Days September 23 November 4 February 24 April 7
Transfer Days October 13 November 10 February 16 March 23
Daily Campus Visits Monday - Friday 9 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.
Schedule your visit at missouriwestern.edu/visit
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U N I V E R S I T Y
Center for Student Involvement (816) 271-4159
Missouri Western is an equal opportunity institution. MW4_2017
Office of Admissions • Eder Hall 101 4525 Downs Drive • St. Joseph, MO 64507
S T A T E
Athletics (816) 271-4481
Center for Multicultural Education (816) 271-4538
Center for Academic Support (816) 271-4524
Advising (816) 271-5990
Admissions (816) 271-4266
Business Office (816) 271-5989
Accessibility Resource Center (816) 271-4330
Recreation Services (816) 271-4453
Student Affairs (816) 271-4432
Residential Life (816) 383-7100
griff.vn/applynow
Apply Now
Parking and Security Services (816) 271-5666
Financial Aid (816) 271-4361
Counseling Center (816) 271-4327