NORTHWEST MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY

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124 major

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2,500+ hours given through various hands-on experience

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Challenging academic experiences outside the classroom environmentn Students teach at

Northwest’s on-campus elementary lab school

n Student newspaper, yearbook, magazine, radio and TV stations

n Research on multi-million dollar science equipment

n Lab work on the University farm

n 315-acre lakefront property for research and activities for groups

n The Freshman/Transfer Theater Showcase

n Work on advertising solutions for real-world clients

n Northwest offers an honors program where students can conduct research alongside a professor while taking two to three honors classes per trimester and living in housing designated for honors students.

Students enjoy an average class size of 27.

6,800 total enrollment made up of 5,800 undergraduate and 1,000 graduate students

Be involvedResidence halls88 percent of freshmen live on campus.

On-campus students have access to free laundry facilities and Wi-Fi.

Dining optionsDaily meals offered at the new all-you-care-to-eat Bearcat Commons.

Plus enjoy options from Papa John’s, Chick-fil-A, Einstein Bros. and Starbucks.

OrganizationsMore than 70% of students are involved in one or more student organizations.

There are more than 175 student organizations to choose from, ranging from student government and Greek life to multicultural groups and academic clubs.

AthleticsAthletic events, with the exception of playoff games, are free for all students to attend.

Cultural enrichmentMusical groups have included Chevelle, Mike Posner, Timeflies. Touring performances have included “Hairspray” and “The Wizard of Oz.” Distinguished lecturers have included Buried Life, Chaz Bono and Frank Warren. Comedians have included Bo Burnham, Jeff Dunham and Steve-O.

Student talent is showcased throughout the year in vocal, instrumental and theatrical performances as well as at art gallery exhibits.

Textbooks and

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More than 50 programs at Northwest boast a 100% placement rate.

Nearly 50% of students participate in an internship.

Northwest has a higher freshman success rate (70%) than other moderately selective universities in Missouri.

ScholarshipsScholarships are awarded to students based on academic ability, family need and a combination of the two. For eligibility criteria visit nwmissouri.edu/finaid. Academic Awards

(freshmen)President’s (competitive) $5,000

Distinguished Scholars $3,500

Tower Scholarship $2,500

A+ Scholarship $1,500

Freshman Merit $1,000

(transfers)President’s (competitive) $5,000

Distinguished Scholars $2,500

Academic $1,500

Transfer Merit $1,000

Out-of-State Awards (freshmen and transfers)Bearcat Advantage¹ $6,252*

Green and White Advantage² $3,126*

Need-Based AwardsAmerican Dream Grant varies**

Bearcat Grant varies**

Northwest Grant varies**

Adopt-a-Bearcat Scholarship $500

* estimate based on 30 credit hours per year

¹ (100% waiver of out-of-state fees)

² (50% waiver of out-of-state fees)

** based upon need and academic criteria, evaluated on an individual basis

Textbook rental program saves students nearly $1,200 per year

Laptops provided to all students

1,200 student employment positions available on campus

85% of students receive some form of financial assistance

About $72 million awarded in financial aid and scholarship yearly

costTuition and Fees (28 credit hours/year)

In-State $7,455.00

Out-of-State $13,289.92

Room and Board Hudson/Perrin $8,896Traditional Living $7,986Modified Suites $8,484Tower Suites $8,842Apartments $560/month

+ utilities

Total Investment In-State $16,491.00+

Out-of-State $22,325.92+

To view the cost worksheet, go to nwmissouri.edu/bursar/costworksheet.htm+Based on 14 credit hours per two trimesters, (Hudson/Perrin rate) double occupancy room, Silver meal plan and new student fee.

A quality education you can afford

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Campus visit options

Daily Visits90-minute walking tour guided by a Northwest Student Ambassador

Students can request faculty appointmentsMonday through Friday

Saturday Visits10:30 and 11:30 a.m.

90-minute walking tour guided by a Northwest Student Ambassador

Limited VisitsTours begin at 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m., Monday through Friday

All classes are not in session and there is limited access to faculty and facilities

General information about toursEach tour will allow time for a question-and-answer session with an Admissions representative to discuss admission, scholarships, financial assistance and housing options. Receive a free T-shirt, and all weekday tours receive complimentary lunch in Bearcat Commons.

Computer Science Oct. 5Art Oct. 18Marketing/Management Oct. 31Psychology, Sociology

and Counseling Nov. 11Agriculture Nov. 14Elementary Education Nov. 21Natural Sciences March 8

Discover Your Major Visit Days

Explore majors in a specific discipline, which includes interacting with current Northwest faculty and students.

Nov. 9Jan. 25April 5

Green and White

Visit DaysDesigned for students who are in the early stages of the college selection process or

thinking of transferring to Northwest.

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Nebraska March 5St. Joseph March 6Kansas March 13Iowa March 19Kansas City March 20

Junior Visit Days

Olive DeLuce Fine Arts

South Complex

Tower Suites

Forest Village Apartments

High Rises

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Forest Village Apartments

J.W. Jones Student Union

Green campusLast year, alternative fuels generated 47% of campus-wide utility needs.

On-campus recycling includes aluminum, plastic, paper and glass containers.

Recycled glass is turned into sand that is used around campus. Recycled paper is processed into pellets for fueling campus.

Northwest is the Missouri Arboretum and home to more than 1,300 trees.

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Undergraduate Majors and Degree ProgramsFour-Year Course Plans: nwmissouri.edu/advisementassistance/4yearplan.htm What Can I Do With An Interest In: nwmissouri.edu/advisementassistance/interest.htm

Bachelor of ArtsBachelor of Fine ArtsBachelor of Music EducationBachelor of Science

Bachelor of Clinical Lab. SciencesBachelor of TechnologyTwo-Year Certificate ProgramBachelor of Science in Education

Deficiencies for Graduate ProgramNCATE Certification: available at all

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