nice to meet you
everything is possible
everything is possible What possibilities are in store for you? Maybe you dream of becoming a nurse or a world-class athlete. Maybe you dream of owning your own business. Wherever your passions lie, you are focused on finding the right university for you. At Missouri Western, your possibilities are endless! As Missouri’s official applied learning university, it is our mission to ensure our students achieve excellence in the classroom and beyond. Hands-on possibilities are woven into the heart of the University and shape your education by allowing you to engage with the St. Joseph region and the world. You have the opportunity to learn by doing through our five Missouri Western experiences:
• Internships • Research Projects • Study Abroad • Service Learning • Leadership Opportunities Landing a top job means gaining professional experience in your field. We focus on providing the knowledge, skills and experience necessary for you to reach your goals, all at an affordable cost. That’s why almost all of our graduates participate in at least one Missouri Western experience.
MISSOURI WESTERN
EXPERIENCES Internships Internships enhance your education by allowing you to experience real-world possibilities. An internship lets you get an insider’s view of your chosen field and make important professional connections.
See what opportunities await! The Career Development Center helps you pursue the internship of your dreams (and much more). Our trained staff will help you explore career options, build your résumé and practice interviewing.
GRIFFONS • land awesome •
INTERNSHIPS VICTORIA BYERLEY
HOMETOWN:
Manteno, Illinois
MAJOR:
Business administration with a concentration in marketing
INTERNSHIP:
Pricing strategy and analytics intern at Disney World
WHY I’M A GRIFFON:
I loved the student/teacher ratio and how many opportunities the school had to offer. I served as President of Alpha Kappa Psi Professional Business Fraternity for two years, a student senator, a student ambassador, a member of the Craig School of Business Dean’s Advisory Council, as well as a member of Missouri Western’s a cappella group.
Students have gained career experience at these incredible organizations: American Family Insurance Apple Boston Red Sox Radio (Entercom Communications) Children’s Mercy Hospital Disney World Google Hallmark Kansas City Comets Mayo Clinic NASA National Geographic Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory Sporting KC The Kansas City Chiefs TOMS Shoes U.S. Department of Defense U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service U.S. Senate Union Station Worlds of Fun
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MISSOURI WESTERN
EXPERIENCES Research Projects At Missouri Western, your opportunities to engage in research start early in your undergraduate studies. You work beside your professors on real research projects, something other schools reserve for graduate students. Each semester you will have the opportunity to present your projects at the Multidisciplinary Research Day, where you can share your results with a vast audience as well as explore research in a variety of other areas. You can choose to participate in research over the fall, spring or summer semesters, and some positions are paid!
Our students:
GRIFFONS get noticed for their RESEARCH BROCK COUCH
HOMETOWN:
Greensburg, Missouri
MAJOR:
Biology with a concentration in zoology and wildlife conservation
WHY I’M A GRIFFON:
I joined a research project during my freshman year. This research has allowed me to present my results at local, state, national and international conferences. My unique experience helped me get accepted into one of the top graduate schools in my field, the biology program at the University of Maryland.
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• Worked with the Centers for Disease Control on a newly discovered virus • Received a $1 million grant for undergraduate synthetic biology research • Created and produced a local commercial that was aired during the Super Bowl • Created strategic business plans, and were awarded franchises • Presented research for the National Science Foundation • Presented research at the National American Chemical Society Conference
• Presented research at international conferences in Malta, Greece, Croatia and many more • Published undergraduate research
MISSOURI WESTERN
EXPERIENCES Study Abroad Your classroom can go beyond our campus when you turn your education into an international adventure! The study abroad experience provides an extraordinary opportunity for you to study in a different environment and gain first-hand exposure to other countries, cultures and societies. (And still graduate on time!)
Real-life student adventures: Argentina
Belize
• Discuss art with painters in France • Explore the ancient ruins of Greece • Attend a classical play in England • Study legal aid in India • Practice nursing in Honduras • Present research in Malta • Snorkel in Belize • Walk alongside the reflecting pool at the Taj Mahal
Students have studied and explored in the following countries (just to name a few): • Belize • China • England • France • Germany
• Greece • India • Mexico • South Korea • Spain
Endless possibilities
England
Go wherever you want! We work with institutions all over the world to ensure you can study in the country you desire. Missouri Western also has exchange agreements with nine universities in six countries. Participation in one of Missouri Western’s international exchange programs will provide you with the most affordable way to study abroad. #gogriffs 3
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EXPERIENCES Service Learning
GRIFFONS
make a difference in the
COMMUNITY A.J. JONES
HOMETOWN: Kansas City, Missouri
MAJOR: Electronics and Computer Engineering Technology
WHY I’M A GRIFFON: I love the amount of volunteer opportunities at Missouri Western. I was able to be involved in several service learning projects including one in St. Louis and one with local high school students.
Your possibilities to give back through service learning are a fundamental part of the success of local businesses, community services and nonprofit organizations. Service learning is included in classes whenever possible. Whether you are a beginner or a veteran volunteer, Missouri Western provides opportunities to match your service interest.
Students have made a difference all over our community helping: Big Brothers Big Sisters Habitat for Humanity InterServ Junior League Missouri Department of Conservation Second Harvest Community Food Bank United Way YMCA Youth Alliance YWCA nearly
Big Brothers Big Sisters
1000 GRIFFONS volunteer
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Every fall, nearly 1,000 Griffons volunteer in the community on Missouri Western’s Day of Service.
GRIFFONS • lead the •
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HAEFNER HOMETOWN:
Hillsboro, Missouri
MAJOR:
MISSOURI WESTERN
EXPERIENCES
Biology with a concentration in zoology
WHY I’M A GRIFFON: I love the leadership opportunities! As a Griffon you can start serving in leadership roles your freshman year. I was involved in leadership roles throughout my time at Missouri Western and was the student body president my senior year. The study abroad opportunities at Missouri Western are more than a trip to another country, they are learning experiences. Because of the experience I gained on the Belize study abroad trip, l was awarded an internship with the Kansas City Zoo.
Leadership Opportunities No matter what your interests, Missouri Western has a leadership possibility for you. Our students graduate with the desire and ability to work within diverse communities of people. At Missouri Western, students understand that leadership isn’t a class or a one-time event, but a lifetime commitment.
How do I get started? Get involved. During your first week of classes, come to the Western Warm-Up festival at the Griffon Plaza. This is a great opportunity to familiarize yourself with the student organizations on campus. We want you to find organizations that interest you. When you join a club or organization that sparks your interest, a passion develops and a leader is born.
Missouri Western leadership opportunities: Leadership Lexicon ROTC Student Ambassadors Honor Societies Student Government Association Greek Leadership Academy Western Activities Council Barbara Sprong Leadership Challenge President’s Leadership Council S.T.E.P. (Student Taught Empowerment Program)
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MISSOURI WESTERN
STATE UNIVERSITY
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• 85 Missouri counties • 36 states • 36 countries
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About our students
• College of Liberal Arts and Sciences • College of Professional Studies • Steven L. Craig School of Business • School of Fine Arts • School of Nursing and Health Professions • Graduate School
Prestige
• Our campus boasts new cutting-edge science, teaching and research labs • Compete for franchises in our unique entrepreneurship program • 85% of full-time faculty members have the highest degree awarded in their fields • Our retention rate is 6% higher than our national peer universities
Academic resources
• The 49,000 square-foot University library is a place for research, study, collaboration, socializing, and group and individual work • The Center for Academic Support offers unlimited free tutoring for any subject
Accreditations
• Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, AACSB International
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• Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education • Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education • Council on Social Work Education • Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology • National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science • National Association of Schools of Music • National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education
MAJORS
Missouri Western also has the All-Steinway School designation, the American Chemical Society curriculum approval, and the American Bar Association approval.
Established
1915
For more than 100 years, Missouri Western has transformed the lives of more than 28,000 alumni.
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MISSOURI WESTERN
STATE UNIVERSITY
AT A
GLANCE
Griffon
HONORS
Missouri Western’s honors program offers you the opportunity to enhance your college experience through scholarships, honors classes, priority registration, dedicated honors staff, conferences, study abroad, in-depth research and much more.
Admission Requirements
To be accepted into this program, you must have an ACT score of at least 26 and a high school GPA of 3.5 or higher.
Apply at missouriwestern.edu/honors
5,352
Undergraduate Students
16 CLASS SIZE AVERAGE
61
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Student to Faculty Ratio
Summer home of the Kansas City Chiefs
MINORS
GRIFFONS GIVE BACK through more than
92%
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RECEIVE ,000 120 financial aid of community service HOURS
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STUDENT
LIFE
80+
Midnight
Pancake Breakfast
On the last day of classes, get your friends together and join your fellow classmates as you prepare for finals week with a midnight breakfast!
Greek Life
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS
Join one of Missouri Western’s five sororities or four fraternities. For more information visit missouriwestern.edu/cse.
Student Union • Grab a cup of coffee at Java City • Hang out at the Kelley Commons • Study in the lounges and computer labs • Get a bite to eat at the food court or dining hall • Shop for Griffon gear at the Barnes and Noble Bookstore
Recreation and Wellness • Work out for free at Baker Fitness Center • Play a variety of intramural sports, including racquetball, basketball, tennis and flag football • Enjoy the great outdoors and explore the many nature trails and ponds
Explore campus • Browse Potter Hall Art Gallery • Enjoy the sculptures around campus • Take a tour of the Walter Cronkite Memorial • Take in a show in the immersive planetarium theater
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GRIFFONS know how to
ROCK
SPRING CONCERT
FEATURED:
Students enjoy a concert by Maddie and Tae.
PAST PERFORMERS: Sara Evans, Blake Shelton, Puddle of Mudd, Saliva, 3OH!3, B.o.B, J. Cole, Ludacris, SoMo and many more!
• wac concert •
Each spring, students enjoy the annual Western Activities Council Concert. Look for other activities that WAC sponsors, such as movies, dances, performing arts events and more!
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GRIFFONS • value •
TRADITION KATIE PARRA ’16
HOMETOWN:
St. Joseph, Missouri
DEGREE:
Dual majors in Business Marketing and Business Management
WHY I’M A GRIFFON: I came to Missouri Western to participate in the incredible entrepreneurship program. I knew I wanted to own my own business, and the Craig School of Business offers students an amazing opportunity to make that dream a reality. My senior year I competed for the chance to win my own franchise. I won first place and was awarded a Yogli Mogli Frozen Yogurt franchise store.
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THIS IS #1
GRIFFON COUNTRY
Missouri Western TRADITIONS!
Wear Griffon gear every Friday, and you could win a prize!
griffon for luck
It is said that those who ask for the mighty Griffon’s protection will be watched over on their quest for education. Prospective students ask the Griffon for his protection by rubbing his head as they depart on a campus tour. At graduation, students leave the University as they came in, with one last request for protection and luck on their next quest.
Clock Tower
Legend
When walking under the clock tower, walk around the seal. Legend has it if you step on the seal, you won’t graduate. Then, after you graduate, proudly walk over the seal to celebrate your accomplishment.
SCROAR! Hear the screech of an eagle and the roar of a lion after every touchdown at Missouri Western games.
Victory
Forest
After every home football victory, teammates, coaches, students and fans gather in the Victory Forest to hear a post-game speech from the coach, followed by the Fight Song.
e h t e r Fi The cannon is fired at graduation and during football games.
First down
CHANT
CANNON M.W.S.U.
Fight Song The fight song is played by the band before every game.
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GRIFFON ATHLETICS
Paint it
at Missouri Western!
GRIFFONS • never back •
DOWN
Newly Remodeled
BLACK GOLD
STADIUM
Missouri Western
AND
Spratt Memorial
Missouri Western holds
CONFERENCE
CHAMPION TITLES
in baseball, football, softball and women’s basketball.
GriffonTEAMS Men’s- Baseball • Basketball • Cheer • Cross Country • Football Golf • Indoor Track & Field • Outdoor Track & Field Women’s- Basketball • Cheer • Cross Country • Golf Indoor Track & Field • Outdoor Track & Field • Soccer Softball • Tennis • Volleyball
D2ATHLETICS
boasts one of the largest scoreboards in NCAA Division II.
Take advantage of the
Max Experience! You and four family members get into all of the home games for free. With a student ID, you will receive a free item from concessions and two free road trips to away games.
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GRIFFONS • go • PRO
GREG ZUERLEIN
This is
HOMETOWN:
Lincoln, Nebraska
MAJOR: Business
NFL TEAM: LA Rams
GRIFFON COUNTRY
Professional Athletes signed in 2016 Michael Jordan - Baltimore Ravens Leonard Wester - Tampa Bay Buccaneers
• griffon athletics • The Griffons compete in one of the most aggressive conferences in the division. But even with the tough competition, Griffons have been Conference Champions in baseball, football, softball and women’s basketball.
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Experience our learning landscape with Take in a game at the Spring Sports Complex
Watch the Kansas City Chiefs get ready for the NFL season Cheer on the Griffons at Spratt Memorial Stadium Work out for free
Catch a basketball or volleyball game
Immerse yourself in the arts
AROUND CAMPUS
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more than 700 acres for biology research
Build lifelong friendships You belong here
Enjoy a planetarium show Eat, shop and play
Study for your exams
Preview campus with our virtual tour at griff.vn/tour
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HOME AWAY FROM HOME Downtown dining
St. Joseph has been named a Missouri Creative Community and one of the nation’s “100 Best Communities for Young People.” Additionally, USA Today ranked St. Joseph the 7th fastest growing economy in historic the nation. SITES
Things to see and do: Catch a movie
at a local theater • Go shopping! Whether you love malls, boutiques or outdoor shopping, we have it all! • Take in a play at one of the historic downtown theaters.
Downtown shopping
• Play a round of putt-putt golf or go for 18 holes at one of St. Joseph’s golf courses. • Grab a bite to eat with your friends at one of the many restaurants, pubs or grills. • See a big-name concert. • Drive only 45 minutes to Kansas City and about two hours to Lincoln, Nebraska and Omaha, Nebraska.
Riverwalk
GRIFFONS
make st. joe more than your average
COLLEGE TOWN
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Downtown concerts
Historic downtown
GRIFFONS experience
ST. JOSEPH DREW MILLER
HOMETOWN:
Memphis, Missouri
MAJOR:
Criminal Justice
GRIFFON EXPERIENCE:
My band was chosen to open for the Missouri Western Spring Concert.
• performance • opportunities In a city the size of St. Joseph there is live music or performances almost every night. Whether you are interested in watching or hopping on the stage, St. Joseph has something for everyone!
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GRIFFONS live and play on
CAMPUS AMANDA ESTEP
HOMETOWN:
Cameron, Missouri
MAJOR:
Bachelor of General Studies
MINORS:
Theatre, Musical Theatre, Dance and Entrepreneurship
WHY I’M A GRIFFON: Missouri Western has given me many opportunities to succeed. I was captain of the Mystics Dance Team for three years and I am now the assistant coach. Western Playhouse, the summer theatre company, gave me the opportunity to be the assistant choreographer and work hand-in-hand with a professional New York choreographer. Through the Mystics and Western Playhouse, I discovered my passion for choreography and was provided with opportunities to learn and make connections.
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RESIDENTIAL
LIFE Eating Residence Halls
suite or apartment
STYLE OPTIONS Housing • Instant on-campus community • Greek housing in Juda Hall • 24-hour security • Resident assistants and professional staff on site
Every suite has
its very own
BATHROOM
Missouri Western offers 10 different locations to grab something to eat, including an all-you-can-eat dining hall. Some others include: • Einstein Bros Bagels • Subway • W.O.K Chinese • Burger Studio • Two Java City locations • Max’s Mart • P.O.D. (Provision on Demand)
Technology
• Don’t have a computer to bring with you? No problem! Each residence hall offers a computer lab for residents to use. • Free cable and Wi-Fi
Health Center
Esry Health Center is located conveniently on campus and is available to all Missouri Western students.
shower
Housing Options
single
closet
Scanlon Hall Freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors
under counter refrigerator shelves
desk
pantry
Logan Hall, Beshears Hall and Juda Hall Sophomores, juniors and seniors
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 #gogriffs 19 bedroom
bedroom
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GRIFFONS land their
DREAM JOB LAUREN PRYWITCH
HOMETOWN:
St. Louis, Missouri
MAJOR:
Communications with an emphasis in Public Relations
EMPLOYER:
Boston Red Sox Radio, Entercom Communications
WHY I’M A GRIFFON: Through my experiences in and out of the classroom, Missouri Western shaped me into the leader that I always wanted to be and helped me obtain a future that I never thought I would be able to have. The most valuable experience I had was getting involved in different organizations. I was a Missouri Western tour guide, registration leader, student government senator and a member of Alpha Sigma Alpha.
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Sledding by the clock tower
Concert at Kelley Commons
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Graduation
Tailgating
Casino Night
Spring Concert
Greek Week
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SCHOLARSHIPS
AND TUITION RENEWABLESCHOLARSHIPS SCHOLARSHIPS FRESHMAN ACT GPA
Renewable Priority GPA Deadline
Amount Per Year
Amount Automatic/ Over 4 Years Competitive
Golden Griffon*
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3.50 GPA
3.50
Feb. 1
President’s
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3.50 GPA
3.25
Feb. 1
$3,600
$14,400
Automatic
Governors’
23
3.3 GPA
3.00
Feb. 1
$2,600
$10,400
Automatic
Deans’ 20 3.0 GPA 3.00 Feb. 1
$1,000
$4,000
Automatic
$5,000 or $10,066 $20,000 or $40,264 Competitive
MWSU A+**
n/a
3.0 GPA
3.25
Feb. 1 $1,500
Alumni Legacy
n/a
3.0 GPA
n/a
One-time Feb. 1 $500 Competitive
$6,000 Competitive scholarship
* Higher amount covers cost of housing if you choose to live on campus. ** Must be A+ certifed; must indicate certification on application for admission. Please note: Students must be admitted by July 1 to be considered for scholarships.
For a list of additional scholarships visit: missouriwestern.edu/finaid
MISSOURI
WESTERN students receive
Pay In-State Rates! Missouri Western offers in-state rates to all adjoining states. For more information, go to
missouriwestern.edu/admissions and click on Tuition and Scholarships.
$ 47 MILLION EACH YEAR
in financial aid
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SCHOLARSHIPS
AND TUITION RENEWABLE SCHOLARSHIPS TRANSFER SCHOLARSHIPS Hours GPA
Renewable GPA
Priority Deadline
Amount Per Year
Automatic/ Competitive
Griffon Scholar 42 3.50 3.50
Feb. 1 $5,000 Competitive
Phi Theta Kappa 24 3.50 3.50
Feb. 1 $3,000 Competitive
President’s
24 3.50 3.50
Feb. 1 $2,500 Automatic
Governors’
24 3.30 3.30
Feb. 1 $1,500 Automatic
Deans’ 24 3.00 3.00 Feb. 1 $1,000 Automatic Missouri Community College/PTK*
n/a n/a 3.50
Feb. 1 $2,000 Competitive
*Must be a member of the MCCA/PTK All-State Academic Team. Please note: Students must have fewer than 100 earned credit hours to be eligible for a transfer scholarship.
You must complete and submit the competitive scholarship application by Feb. 1 to be eligible for competitive scholarships.
Most Affordable Cost In-State - $14,090 Out-of-State - $20,090
(Based on tuition, fees, room and board; Subject to change)
Tuition and Fees
T h is p r ic e is f o r th e e n ti r e y e a r !
In-State - $6,256 • Out-of-State - $12,256 (14 credit hours/semester)
Room and Board $7,834 - $10,758
(Pricing varies depending on housing selection and meal plan) Additional program fees may apply. Refer to missouriwestern.edu/businessoffice/fees
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Competitive Scholarships
To view a complete list, go to missouriwestern.edu/finaid and click on Scholarships and Grants. The competitive scholarship application deadline is Feb. 1.
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DOCUMENTATION NEEDED FOR ADMISSION FIRST-TIME STUDENTS DIRECT FROM HIGH SCHOOL, HOMESCHOOLED & HiSET/GED
TRANSFER STUDENTS WITH LESS THAN 24 HOURS OF CREDIT
• High school transcript (or official HiSET/GED results)*
• Completed application for admission
• 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 (Missouri Western’s ACT Code: 2344). 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. *For required HiSET/GED scores refer to missouriwestern.edu/requirements
STILL NEED TO TAKE THE ACT?
We offer the ACT on campus! For more information, contact our testing center at (816) 271-4100 and ask for testing. ACT CODE: 2344
• Completed application for admission
• Official ACT or SAT results (Missouri Western’s ACT Code: 2344). 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 missouriwestern.edu/requirements
TRANSFER STUDENTS WITH 24 HOURS OF CREDIT OR MORE
• Completed application for admission
• Official college transcripts from ALL previous institutions you have attended.
MILITARY STUDENTS • You may be eligible for college credit! Submit a copy of your DD-214 and any military coursework.
UNIVERSITY ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS 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 (1070 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 (1050-980 SAT*) AND 2.3 GPA or higher
• 18 or 17 ACT (901-900 SAT*) AND 2.5 GPA or higher
• 16 or 15 ACT (890-810 SAT*) AND 2.7 GPA or higher
APPLY NOW
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 and students admitted conditionally may not live on campus. * SAT scores are based on the sum of evidence-based reading, writing and math.
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 (missouriwestern.edu/catalog).
missouriwestern.edu/apply Don’t forget to apply for scholarships by Feb. 1.
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GRIFFON MAJORS 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 or Marketing) 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 Delinquency, Law Enforcement or Legal Studies Concentration Digital Animation (BFA) Economics (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 Technology (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) Physical Education (BS) - General or Health Exercise Science Concentration Political Science (BA and BS) Population Health Management (BS) - Computer Information Systems, General Business, Health Informatics or Human Health Concentration Psychology (BA) - General or Organizational Leadership Concentration Psychology (BS) - General or Personnel 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) 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. - English - General Science
- Math and Computer Science - Reading - Special Education Cert. - Special Reading Cert. English (BSE) English/Journalism with Teaching Certification (BA) 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)
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) Physical Therapist Assistant (AAS)
MINORS
Applied Computer Technologies Art History Athletic Coaching Biology Ceramics Chemistry Childhood Studies Cinema Computer Science Computer Technology Construction Management Creative Writing Criminal Justice Dance Digital Animation Drawing Economics English Literature English Technical Communication Entrepreneurship European History Finance French Gender and Power Studies General Business Geography German Graphic Design Health 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 Video Production Wellness
If you ’re stil l uns ure of a ma jor tha t’s oka y. We’ ve got the per fec t ma jor for you . Visi t, mis sou riw este rn. edu /foc usa rea s
For graduate degrees, visit missouriwestern.edu/graduate
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VISIT
DATES TO REMEMBER: Oct. 1 - You may begin submitting your FAFSA Nov. 1 - Missouri Western begins accepting housing deposits must be admitted in order to submit Mid-Dec. - You may begin accepting your financial aid awards online Feb. 1 - $10,066 Golden Griffon Scholarship deadline Priority deadline for FAFSA Competitive scholarship deadline 28 #gogriffs
CAMPUS 2016-2017 visit opportunities
showcase days
October 1 February 25 November 5 April 1 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
transfer thursdays
September 15 January 19 October 20 February 16 November 17 March 23 April 20
multidisciplinary research day
December 8
music audition days February 24 • March 24 • April 28
visit missouri western
Daily visits: Monday - Friday • 9 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.
Save your spot: missouriwestern.edu/visit
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missouriwestern.edu/apply Don’t forget to apply for scholarships by Feb. 1. Missouri Western is an equal opportunity institution. 2015