your new home
PREPARING FOR
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ENROLLMENT CHECKLIST
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RESIDENTIAL HALLS
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CAMPUS DINING
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GENERAL INFORMATION
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COMMUTING TO CAMPUS
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CONTACT INFORMATION
GETTING STARTED
Congratulations on choosing Northwest Missouri State University! This packet contains important information you need to know about becoming a Bearcat, such as housing or commuter information, Health History Form, checklists, deadlines, registration and orientation.
YOUR USER ID NUMBER Your User ID number, also known as your 919 number, was provided to you in your acceptance letter. This very important nine-digit number is the identification number you will use during your time at Northwest. You will use it to log into CatPAWS where you ■ apply for housing ■ apply for major-specific scholarships ■ complete an advising intake survey ■ view your room assignment ■ view your class schedule
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HEALTH HISTORY FORM Prior to starting classes at Northwest, students must complete and return a Health History Form. The form can be found in this packet or at nwmissouri.edu/wellness/ beforenw.htm and should be returned to Wellness Services at least 30 days before classes begin. In addition to completing a Health History Form, students must submit immunization records showing two doses of MMR vaccine and the Meningococcal Vaccine. Per Missouri state law, no student will be allowed to move into residence halls without Northwest receiving record of the Meningococcal vaccine. NORTHWEST // 3
ENROLLMENT
CHECKLIST
FOR TRANSFER AND RETURNING STUDENTS
☐ Apply for FAFSA at studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa beginning Oct. 1 (Northwest code: 002496) ☐ Submit your housing application and prepayment beginning Nov. 2 for the fall 2021 semester, if applicable. ☐ Submit your commuter card by May 1, if applicable ☐ Review and accept financial aid ☐ Students starting in the fall, watch for instructions about finding a roommate in January ☐ Complete an advising intake survey and register for New Student Orientation ☐ Select your room, if applicable ☐ Complete and submit your Health History Form ☐ Check your Northwest email frequently ☐ Submit final transcripts from all colleges attended to Northwest’s Office of Admissions ☐ Watch for your first billing statement at the end of July for fall students and at the end of January for spring students ☐ Sign up for a payment plan, if needed ☐ Contact your roommate to discuss items you will each bring, if applicable
BEARCAT TIP
CHECK OUT THE
Northwest Missouri State University Incoming Class of 2021 Facebook group. Join the Facebook Live discussions about topics such as financial assistance, residential life, advisement, your bill and student life. 4 // WELCOME HOME
FINDING A ROOMMATE AND SELECTING A ROOM Focusing on student success — every student, every day — is Northwest’s mission. Students who live on campus are part of a well-rounded university experience that fosters academic success and personal growth.
If enrolling for the fall semester, watch for an email in January with information about roommate selection. If you already know your roommate for the upcoming semester, you can add them when you submit your housing application.
ROOM SELECTION BEGINS MARCH 1 FOR TRANSFER AND RETURNING STUDENTS.
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RESIDENTIAL LIFE
FOREST VILLAGE
(apartment-style living for upper-class students)
Location: North of Garrett-Strong Science Building, The Station and B.D. Owens Library Guess what.... your pet can live with you, too!
FEATURES
TWO BEDROOM
individual bedrooms fully furnished movable furniture (bedroom and living room)
feeling of living on my own but still having the community aspect of Northwest!”
WARDROBE
pool table
WINDOW
DESK
gathering space
WINDOW WINDOW
BUNKABLE OR SINGLE BED
community kitchen
“What I love about living in FVA is the
TABLE
two- and four-bedroom apartments
LIVING ROOM AREA
WINDOW
BUNKABLE OR SINGLE BED
full kitchen (dishwasher, microwave, garbage disposal, range and refrigerator)
WARDROBE
DESK
KITCHEN AREA
free laundry facilities in each apartment bathroom (two in the four-bed units)
FOUR BEDROOM
DESK
TABLE
WINDOW
WINDOW
WINDOW DESK
Rent $648 per month per bed (utilities included)
LIVING ROOM AREA
DESK
*ROOM AND MEAL PLAN
WARDROBE
BUNKABLE OR SINGLE BED
BUNKABLE OR SINGLE BED
WINDOW
WiFi
$300
75 Block
$400
Meal Kit Plan
$545
KITCHEN AREA
*Rates based on the 2020-2021 academic year. Rates for the 2021-2022 academic year will be posted spring 2021.
WARDROBE
50 Block
BUNKABLE OR SINGLE BED
DESK
$170
WARDROBE
25 Block
BUNKABLE OR SINGLE BED
MEAL PLAN OPTIONS:
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WINDOW
WINDOW
sand volleyball court
WARDROBE
pets allowed with prior approval
RESIDENTIAL LIFE
WINDOW WARDROBE
WINDOW
WINDOW
DESK
TABLE
WARDROBE
WARDROBE
beds are bunkable and loftable
BUNKABLE OR SINGLE BED
DESK WARDROBE
community building with meeting/study space, convenience store, vending, community kitchen and mail service
WINDOW
DESK
two buildings with two-bed and four-bed units
BUNKABLE OR SINGLE BED
each unit has its own bathroom and living space
BUNKABLE OR SINGLE BED
SUITE FEATURES
WINDOW
BUNKABLE OR SINGLE BED
Location: Near the high-rise halls on the northwest corner of campus
movable furniture
DESK
TOWER SUITES
FOUR-PERSON SUITE
TWO-PERSON SUITE WINDOW
TABLE
EACH FLOOR INCLUDES: free laundry kitchenette
WiFi
“What I love about living in Tower Suites is the strong sense of community that takes place on every floor with the staff and residents.”
WARDROBE
meeting room
DESK
WARDROBE
study room
DESK
lounge
BUNKABLE OR SINGLE BED
BUNKABLE OR SINGLE BED
balcony or patio
*ROOM AND MEAL PLAN
SEMESTER
YEARLY
Silver Membership Double Occupancy
$5,114
$10,228
Gold Membership Double Occupancy
$5,264
$10,528
Platinum Membership Double Occupancy
$5,414
$10,828
*Rates based on the 2020-2021 academic year. Rates for the 2021-2022 academic year will be posted spring 2021. NORTHWEST // 7
RESIDENTIAL LIFE
SOUTH COMPLEX
Location: Centrally located to academic buildings, University offices, the Student Union, Foster Fitness Center and Student Rec Center.
FEATURES
TWO-PERSON ROOM WINDOWS
four or five rooms grouped in a pod with a private bathroom free laundry movable furniture bunkable beds recreation room community kitchen
BUNKABLE OR SINGLE BED
BUNKABLE OR SINGLE BED
WARDROBE
WARDROBE
vending machines WiFi
“I love living in South because
of the blended diversities of the populations, with the freshman ALCs as well as the upperclassmen. When we bring the building together for events, the communities mix together, and it’s really cool to see. South also has the best location on campus as it is equal distance to most of the academic buildings.”
*ROOM AND MEAL PLAN
SEMESTER
YEARLY
Silver Membership Double Occupancy
$4,927
$9,854
Gold Membership Double Occupancy
$5,077
$10,154
Platinum Membership Double Occupancy $5,227
$10,454
*Rates based on the 2020-2021 academic year. Rates for the 2021-2022 academic year will be posted spring 2021.
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RESIDENTIAL LIFE
NORTH COMPLEX
(low-cost housing and meal plan option for students) Location: Centrally located to academic buildings, University offices, the Student Union, Foster Fitness Center and Student Rec Center. Cooperative community housing comes with very different expectations and offerings than any other residence hall. *ROOM AND MEAL PLAN
SEMESTER
YEARLY
Silver Membership Double Occupancy
$3,925
$7,850
Gold Membership Double Occupancy
$4,075
$8,150
Platinum Membership Double Occupancy
$4,225
$8,450
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30 spaces offered
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To assist each student’s ability to pay the majority of their room and board fees, a student employment job placement effort will be made by Northwest. On-campus jobs will be available, but not guaranteed for all applicants. Employment is not required to live in this hall.
For more information and eligibility requirements, visit nwmissouri.edu/reslife/RS/nccchsng.htm.
NORTH COMPLEX PLAN *
$700 per semester
Block 100 (swipes with Bearcat card in commons) with $75 Dining Dollars *Must live in North Complex to select the North Complex Plan
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RESIDENTIAL LIFE
FRANKEN
(renovated in 2017)
Location: Northwest corner of campus near The Station, B.D. Owens Library and Wellness Services
FEATURES
TWO-PERSON ROOM
moveable furniture
WINDOW
WINDOW
HEATER DESK
DESK
central restroom/shower area two private bathrooms per floor study and social lounges kitchen free laundry facilities coed by floor recreation room
DRESSER
BUNKABLE, LOFTABLE, OR SINGLE BED
DRESSER
WiFi
NIGHT STAND
NIGHT STAND
*ROOM AND MEAL PLAN
SEMESTER
YEARLY
Silver Membership Double Occupancy
$4,927
$9,854
Gold Membership Double Occupancy
$5,077
$10,154
Platinum Membership Double Occupancy
$5,227
$10,454
*Rates based on the 2020-2021 academic year. Rates for the 2021-2022 academic year will be posted spring 2021.
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BUNKABLE, LOFTABLE, OR SINGLE BED
CAMPUS DINING
CAMPUS DINING
Whether you eat every meal on campus or just grab a bite now and then, you will love the value, variety and convenience of your meal plan. Campus Dining is available seven days a week.
MEAL PLANS
HOW DO THEY WORK? Meal plans are geared specifically to make your life easier. Depending on whether you live on or off campus and which meal plan you choose, your plan can consist of unlimited swipes, a set number of swipes, Dining Dollars or an inclining balance.
WHAT ARE MY MEAL PLAN CHOICES? Our meal plans provide you with many options. Select a plan that fits your status (resident or commuter) and your lifestyle.
RESIDENT PLANS
Choose from four all-inclusive memberships with varying levels of spending power. Each plan consists of unlimited access or “swipes” to Bearcat Commons. The Silver, Gold and Platinum Memberships each include one meal per week at Chick-fil-A, Einstein Bros. Bagels, Zen or Mooyah.
SILVER MEMBERSHIP
GOLD MEMBERSHIP
PLATINUM MEMBERSHIP
Unlimited access to Bearcat Commons, seven days a week
• Unlimited access to Bearcat Commons, seven days a week
• Unlimited access to Bearcat Commons, seven days a week
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$1,925 per semester
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$2,075 per semester
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$2,225 per semester
• $150 Dining Dollars
• $300 Dining Dollars
• Five guest meal passes
• Eight guest meal passes
NORTH COMPLEX PLAN
WEEKDAY MEMBERSHIP
Block 100 (swipes with Bearcat card in commons) with $75 Dining Dollars *Must live in North Complex to select the North Complex Plan
All-inclusive access to Bearcat Commons, Monday through Friday.
*
$700 per semester
*
$1,780 per semester
At any time, you can increase your Dining Dollars in increments of $25 to your plan. *Rates based on the 2020-2021 academic year. Rates for the 2021-2022 academic year will be posted spring 2021.
Commuter students may also purchase a Weekday, Silver, Gold or Platinum Membership as well as the plans on page 15.
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CAMPUS DINING
WHAT IS THE
BEARCAT COMMONS? • Located on the first floor of the Student Union • All-you-care-to-eat dining facility • Hours of operation: Monday - Thursday: 7 a.m. - midnight Friday: 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. Saturday: 9 a.m. - 10 p.m. Sunday: 9 a.m. - midnight • Mediterranean • Produce Market and Deli • Mongolian Grill • True Balance: Allergen Solutions Station • Tex-Mex • Comfort Station • American Grill • Vegan Station • Bakery
USE YOUR DINING DOLLARS HERE THE JONES
grab-and-go items
THE STATION on-campus convenience market
B.D. OWENS LIBRARY
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GENERAL INFO
STUDENT SUCCESS
The Student Success Center supports student learning and contributes to growth and development from orientation to graduation. Included in tuition and fees, students receive support through: ∙ New Student Orientation ∙ University Seminar ∙ Academic Advisement ∙ Success Coaching ∙ Tutoring ∙ Supplemental Instruction For more information about services offered, visit nwmissouri.edu/studentsuccess/.
ACCOMMODATIONS FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES Northwest is committed to student success, and we will provide reasonable living and learning accommodations to assist with education goals. • Complete a Northwest accommodations application at nwmissouri.edu/titleixequity/accessibility/ application.htm and provide supporting documentation from your health professional to ada@nwmissouri.edu. High school IEP or 504 plans are not accepted at the college level. • Questions about accommodations can be sent to ada@nwmissouri.edu. • We recommend you request accommodations for a disability from Northwest Accessibility and Accommodations well in advance of your arrival. Additional information and resources for students about accommodations is available at nwmissouri.edu/ titleixequity/accessibility/index.htm.
TRANSFER CREDIT Transferring credits is easy! Log into CatPAWS to view your degree audit and see how your credit transfers to Northwest and remaining classes needed for graduation. Students may also view how other credits transfer by using The Transfer Equivalency System (TES) found at nwmissouri.edu/admissions/apply/transfer/tes.htm. A transfer advisor is available to answer all your questions such as, why a class transferred a certain way. Email transfer@nwmissouri.edu or call 660.562.1695.
BEARCAT STUDENTS RATE THEIR SATISFACTION WITH NORTHWEST HIGHER THAN REGIONAL AND NATIONAL PEERS. NORTHWEST // 13
GENERAL INFO
ORIENTATION AND REGISTRATION Enrolling in classes and participating in orientation are important steps to beginning your student experience at Northwest. There are several options to fit your needs, including both on-campus and virtual content. Either way, you will be able to work with an advisor to enroll and learn about campus resources and services to set you up for a successful start. Steps to get started: 1. Visit nwmissouri.edu/admissions/fye/index.htm to view your options to enroll in classes and participate in orientation. 2. Navigate to the Orientation tab in CatPAWS to complete the advising intake questions and select an orientation option. 3. Watch your email for more information about enrolling in classes and orientation. Just prior to school beginning in the fall and spring, Northwest offers Advantage and Winter Welcome, extended orientation programming. You will receive more information by email about these programs closer to school starting. Transfer students are not required to attend, but it’s a great opportunity to meet people, get acclimated to your new home, and take care of campus business.
SAFETY AND SECURITY
Residential Life works closely with University Police to provide students with a safe living environment. All exterior residence hall doors are secured 24/7 with an electronic access system. Resident assistants conduct rounds throughout the building each night to ensure that policies are enforced and the community is safe.
GENDER-NEUTRAL HOUSING
Upper-class students have the option to live in gender-neutral housing. Students of different genders may live together in Tower Suites, Forest Village Apartments, the first floor lofts of South Complex and the sixth and seventh floors of Franken Hall. For more information, contact Residential Life at 660.562.1214 or reslife@nwmissouri.edu.
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COMMUTING TO CAMPUS
Students planning to live off campus should complete and return the Commuting to Northwest card located on the inside back cover.
COMMUTER MEAL PLANS Whether you want the flexibility that Dining Dollars offer, are looking for a set amount of meals or wanting to come and go as you please, there are several meal plan options available to fit your lifestyle. As a commuter student, you do not have to enroll in a meal plan, but have the option to at nwcampusdining.com.
ALL-ACCESS MEAL PLANS • Eat at Bearcat Commons at any time during the semester. For details, see page 11.
DINING DOLLARS
BLOCK PLANS
• At any time, you can increase your Dining Dollars in increments of $25 to your plan.
Select 25, 50, 75 all-you-care-to-eat meals • 25 meals per semester *$170 • 50 meals per semester *$300 • 75 meals per semester *$400
MEAL KIT MEAL PLAN *
$545 per semester
Block 30 (swipes with Bearcat card in commons) $180 Dining Dollars $120 voucher toward Home Chef (about 24 meals) *Rates based on the 2020-2021 academic year. Rates for the 2021-2022 academic year will be posted spring 2021.
Need a location to relax or hang out on campus between classes? • B.D. Owens Library (Starbucks) • The Station (open 24 hours) • J.W. Jones Student Union • Student Success Center • Hughes Fieldhouse
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CONTACT INFO Student Success Center
660.562.1695 studentsuccess@nwmissouri.edu
Registrar Office
660.562.1151 registrar@nwmissouri.edu
Cashiering/Student Account Services 660.562.1583 cashier@nwmissouri.edu
Accessibility & Accommodations
660.562.1639 ada@nwmissouri.edu
Residential Life
660.562.1214 reslife@nwmissouri.edu
76%
RETENTION RATE *COMPARED TO 71% NATIONAL AVERAGE
Campus Dining
660.562.2555 aranw@nwmissouri.edu
Office of Admissions 800 University Drive Maryville, MO 64468-6001 local: 660.562.1148 admissions@nwmissouri.edu
NAMED SAFEST COLLEGE CAMPUS IN MISSOURI BY YOUR LOCAL SECURITY
nwmissouri.edu 800.633.1175
CRIME RATE DISCLOSURE Northwest is committed to assisting all members of the Northwest community in providing for their own safety and security. Information regarding campus security, personal safety and fire safety including topics such as crime prevention, university police law enforcement authority, crime reporting policies, crime statistics for the most recent three-year period and disciplinary procedures is available on the University Police Department website at nwmissouri.edu/police. If you would like a paper copy containing this information, contact a representative of the University Police Department at the Support Service Buildings, 800 University Drive, Maryville, MO 64468 or by phone at 660.562.1254.