NORTHWESTmissouri / state / university / maryville

undergraduate / graduate / international student application

northwest Missouri state university does not discriminate in its educational programs and activities on the basis of race, national origin, color, religion, sex, age, disability or veteran status. The University also affirms its commitment to providing equal opportunities and equal access to university facilities without reference to affectional or associational preference. For additional information on nondiscrimination policies, contact the equal Employment Opportunity Officer.800 university drivenorthwest Missouri state universityMaryville, Mo 64468-6001 usa(660) 562-1110

2 a Quick overview

4 admissions procedures

6 Financing Your education

7 application instructions

c application for admission – pull out and submit

9 Housing (where you’ll live)

10 undergraduate Majors and degree programs

11 graduate programs

12 advantages at northwest

14 student organizations

cONTENTS

NORTHWEST MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY WElcOME TO NORTHWEST 1

Founded in 1905, northwest Missouri state university is a fully-accredited, coeducational, primarily residential, regional university offering a broad range of undergraduate and selected graduate programs. the university’s programs place special emphasis upon agriculture, business, computer science and teacher education. all of the university’s programs build upon comprehensive general education requirements.

northwest strives to provide a quality living-learning environment which will equip the individual for responsible participation in a diverse and rapidly changing society. this involves the common quest of educated people everywhere: the search for truth, the development and refinement of values, the perpetuation of the freedoms essential to an open learning environment, appreciation for physical well-being, and active participation in the improvement of the human experience.

Quality multicultural experiences are essential for functioning effectively in a global society. at northwest, multiculturalism includes everyone. We consider mutual respect, an ethic of openness and harmonious coexistence important multicultural values.

By sharing and learning together at northwest, we continue to build upon our current opportunities both on campus and in the region.

through the living, learning and working experiences at northwest, we celebrate diversity as an opportunity to broaden our cultural experiences, enhance understanding of

our cultural perspectives, and value each person’s heritage.

WElcOME TO NORTHWEST

los angeles 1620 miles

chicago 478 miles new york city

1252 miles

kansas city 93 miles

2 A gREAT plAcE TO STUdY NORTHWEST MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY NORTHWEST MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY YOUR HOME AWAY fROM HOME 3

A qUIck OVERVIEW

lOcATION/ENVIRONMENT

northwest Missouri state university is located in Maryville, a town of about 11,000 in northwest Missouri.

on a nation-wide norm student satisfaction survey, northwest juniors ranked our campus the highest in safety and security compared to our peer group. Maryville is in a rural setting, about two hours from Kansas city, Missouri. omaha, nebraska, and des Moines, iowa, are about two-and-a-half hours away. Just 45 minutes south on Highway 71 lies st. Joseph, a city with a population of 80,000.

Maryville seems to revolve around the university, but the city also is home to thriving industries, superb recreational facilities, a healthy agricultural economy, busy retailers, an excellent medical community and much more.

the quality of life in Maryville is enhanced by a variety of cultural, entertainment and athletic events offered by northwest and the city. the campus is a mix of the traditional red brick buildings and modern stone, metal and glass structures on a spacious campus that also features curving drives and walkways shaded and bordered by trees and shrubs. Flower gardens also beautify the campus during the growing season. the campus has 14 major academic buildings, nine residence halls and a wide variety of service and recreational facilities.

While northwest attracts its share of people to Maryville, many stay because of the easygoing lifestyle, secure environment and ease of living in this small, yet vibrant, community.

Missouri has four distinct seasons: summer (June through early september), fall (through mid-november), winter (through early March) and spring. students coming to Missouri should prepare for all extremes of weather. summers are hot and humid, with temperatures ranging between 24 and 38 degrees celsius. Winters are cold and snowy, with temperatures averaging -1 degrees, but sometimes falling to -20 degrees celsius.

the fall trimester begins in late august and ends early december. the spring trimester runs from mid-January to May. summer trimester classes are offered in three sessions, (May, June and July) each lasting about four weeks.

each term is a complete unit of study requiring examinations and completion of coursework. grades are recorded on your permanent record at the end of every term.

INSTRUcTIONAl METHOdS

a class period, normally 50 minutes long, may be devoted to a lecture, a group discussion or an examination.

Most courses are structured around the lecture system. students are assigned readings from their textbooks or from reference books in the library. the professor may devote the class period to lectures on material not included in the readings or to discussion of important points from the assigned readings. all texts, reference books and lectures are in english, except in foreign language courses and graduate research courses that use original sources in another language.

THE UNITEd STATES AcAdEMIc SYSTEMpreparation for Undergraduate Study

appropriate academic preparation for college-level studies is important. university coursework is offered with the assumption that students have the necessary background and proficiency to perform successfully. u.s. citizens normally enter a college or university after a 12-year span of elementary and secondary schooling that begins at age five. Pre-elementary schooling is excluded from this total. applicants from other countries should have similar academic backgrounds. in particular, mathematics and science subjects should have been studied at the secondary level.

THE BAcHElOR’S dEgREE

The first four years of university study are spent working toward an undergraduate degree, which is most often a bachelor’s degree. several types of bachelor’s degrees may be earned depending upon the area of study and depth of specialization a student chooses.

all bachelor’s degrees include three types of coursework: general education in the sciences, social sciences, arts

and humanities; coursework in a field of specialization called the major subject; and elective courses which are chosen on the basis of individual interest. the major is often combined with one or two related areas of study called minors. together they form the student’s field of concentration.

THE MASTER’S dEgREE

if you have excelled at the undergraduate level, you may wish to continue your studies through graduate work. generally, application to a graduate or professional school is made after receiving the bachelor’s degree or during the final year of undergraduate study.

students entering graduate school often study the same subject that they majored in as undergraduates. students who choose a new major subject may be required to complete undergraduate courses in that subject (without graduate credit) to make up deficiencies in background. The master’s degree is generally completed within two years.

AcAdEMIc cAlENdAR

northwest’s academic year is divided into three terms: fall, spring and summer trimesters.

the type and number of examinations in a course are usually determined by the individual professor. tests may be given one or two times during the trimester in addition to the final examination (often comprehensive) at the end of the trimester.

a common type of test is the objective test, which requires students to determine whether a given statement is true or false or to select the correct answer from several choices. some professors use essay questions on tests, or a combination of short-answer and multiple-choice questions.

cREdITS

credit earned toward a degree is expressed in semester hours and is used to determine undergraduate class standing, i.e. freshman, sophomore, junior and senior. a semester hour is a unit of measure. Bachelor’s degree programs require a minimum of 124 semester hours. each course is worth a certain number of semester hours of credit. this often, but not always, corresponds to the number of hours spent in class each week.

a class period is normally 50 minutes long. For each hour in class, however,

students usually spend two to three hours in independent research and study.

the master’s degree requires approximately 30 to 38 semester hours beyond the bachelor’s degree and may require a thesis or comprehensive examination.

cOURSE lOAd

course load refers to the total number of academic hours in which a student is enrolled each trimester. an undergraduate course load is typically 12 to 16 academic hours of credit per trimester. a typical graduate course load is nine to 12 hours of credit per trimester. course loads may vary with individual circumstances. However, full-time enrollment for the fall and spring trimesters is required of international students by u.s. immigration regulations.

undergraduates must be enrolled in and successfully complete at least 12 hours of credit per trimester to be considered full-time students. graduate students must be enrolled in and complete at least nine credit hours.

THE MARkINg SYSTEM

the quality of work done by students is recorded at the end of each term in the form of a letter mark or grade. the grade indicates the degree of proficiency you have achieved in each course as determined by examination, research papers and class participation.

the following marks are used in evaluating student work:

a superior B above average c average d below average F failure W official withdrawal p pass on a pass/fail system nc no credit at audit i incomplete

grade points are calculated on the following basis: four points for each hour of “a,” three points for each hour of “B,” two points for each hour of “c,” one point for each hour of “d,” and zero points for each hour of “F.” a grade point average (gpa) is computed by multiplying the total number of grade points times the credit hours for the class, then dividing the grade points by the number of semester hours of academic work attempted.

grades assigned as W, p, nc, at or i are not computed in the gpa.

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ENglISH lANgUAgE REqUIREMENT

students entering northwest are required to have a reading, writing, and conversational knowledge of the english language.

if your native language is not english, then you are required to meet the test of english as a Foreign language (toeFl) minimum score of 173 on the computer-based test for undergraduate, or 213 for graduate admission, or the paper-based equivalent scores of 500 or 550, or 61 and 79 on the internet based test (iBt).

students who do not meet the minimum toeFl requirement may want to enroll in our english as a second language (esl) program.

ApplIcATION dEAdlINES

the application and documentation noted below must be received by the Office of admissions prior to the deadline noted. applications not complete by the deadline will be considered for the next admission session. these deadlines allow for the evaluation of transcripts for admission and for transfer of credit, review of graduate applications by the respective departments, time to process, send and receive an i-20 and time for the student to obtain a visa.

fRESHMAN INTERNATIONAl STUdENT AdMISSIONS

Freshman admission for international students is evaluated on an individual basis. admission is offered to students who possess academic qualifications equivalent to those required for domestic first-time freshmen. Consideration is given to the courses taken and grades received in secondary school, as well as to results of school leaving examinations and certificates. The integrity of the student’s native educational system is respected in regard to the university entrance requirements in the native country. students not eligible for university admission in their native country will not likely be granted admission to northwest.

For comparison purposes, admission requirements for domestic first-time freshmen must include the following:

1. a minimum high school grade point average of 2.00 or “c” average and;

2. a college-preparatory curriculum in secondary school, including courses in mathematics, science, language and social studies.

after all of the required documents are received in the Office of Admissions, you will be notified of your admission status.

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AdMISSIONS pROcEdURES

Fall trimester July 1

spring trimester november 1

summer trimester april 1

NEW INTERNATIONAl STUdENTS

to be fully admitted to northwest, you must submit each of the following items to the Northwest Office of Admissions, Northwest Missouri state university, 800 university drive, Maryville, Missouri, 64468-6001, usa. Forms are included in this book.

1. international application for admission (contained in this book, signed, dated and completed in its entirety).

2. Official academic transcripts from each secondary and post-secondary institution attended. if you are currently enrolled in a college or university, they should send official partial transcripts along with any certificates of graduation, if applicable. all transcripts become the property of northwest and cannot be released. syllabi (course descriptions) should be submitted for all courses taken at any

universities outside the united states. in addition to transcripts in the native language, certified translations must be attached to the official transcripts.

3. Copy of your passport or birth certificate.

4. Application fee of $50 in U.S. currency. this is a nonrefundable fee.

5. Statement of Support from family member or sponsor stating amount and years of support.

6. Bank statement verifying that the sponsor has a balance of at least the amount shown on the enclosed cost sheet.

7. An official score report from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL).

8. Transfer recommendation form if applying as a transfer student from another american university.

9. GRE and/or GMAT score reports if applying for graduate admission.

INTERNATIONAl TRANSfER STUdENTS

to be admitted as a transfer student, you must have a grade point average of 2.00 or “c” with at least 24 semester hours of transferable college coursework. You also must submit items one though eight listed under new international students on page 4. transfer students with less than 24 semester hours of transferable college coursework will be considered on the basis of both secondary and post-secondary coursework. students transferring from an american university must be in good standing with the immigration and naturalization service.

INTERNATIONAl gRAdUATE STUdENTS

Whether the undergraduate degree is from a foreign university or from an american university, graduate students also should submit items one through seven and nine listed under new international students on page 4. the prerequisites for consideration for graduate school are:

1. a baccalaureate-level degree from either an accredited american university or one recognized by the Ministry of education (international institution).

2. a cumulative undergraduate grade point average of at least 2.50 on a 4.00 scale. (gpa requirements may be higher, please see catalog for specific program requirements).

3. a score report from the graduate record examination (gre) general test, if pursuing a master of arts, a master of science, master of science in education or an education specialist degree; or a score report from the graduate Management admissions test (gMat) if pursuing a master of business administration degree.

the maximum graduate credit accepted for transfer is nine semester hours in no more than four courses.

For more information on graduate programs, request a current northwest academic graduate catalog or go to www.nwmissouri.edu.

I-20 FORM

the statement of support completed and signed by the student’s family, sponsor, or government and a certified bank statement are needed before an i-20 Form can be issued. student visas should be obtained before entering the united states, as converting from a tourist visa to a student visa is not assured.

an i-20 Form will be prepared for the applicant after the application and all necessary information has been received and the Office of Admissions has taken favorable action on the application. the i-20 Form cannot be prepared before the application is officially reviewed.

BEfORE dEcIdINg TO ATTENd NORTHWEST, ExAMINE YOUR fINANcIAl SITUATION VERY CAREFULLy.

ThE U.S. IMMIGRATIOn And nATURALIzATIOn SERvICE REqUIRES NORTHWEST TO cERTIfY ThAT InTERnATIOnAL STUdEnTS hAvE bEEn ACCEpTEd FOR FULL-TIME EnROLLMEnT And hAvE SUFFICIEnT FUndS TO MEET ALL ExpEnSES: TUITIOn, hOUSInG, TRAnSpORTATIOn, ETC. NORTHWEST REqUIRES THE STATEMENT Of SUppORT ANd BANk STATEMENT fROM THE STUdENT’S FAMILy, SpOnSOR OR GOvERnMEnT.

THE STATEMENT cERTIfIES THAT fUNdS fOR TUITION, ROOM ANd BOARd, AS WEll AS pERSONAl fUNdS ARE AVAIlABlE ANd THAT THE STUdENT IS pERMITTEd TO ExpORT ANd ExcHANgE THOSE FUndS InTO ThE UnITEd STATES. nO I-20 FORM CAn bE ISSUEd wIThOUT ThIS CERTIFICATIOn.

ApplIcATION INSTRUcTIONS

in order to be considered for admission to northwest Missouri state university, the following materials must be received. the university requests this information for the purpose of processing your application for admission. persons outside the university are not routinely provided this information except for directory information regarding enrolled students, such as name and local address.

please send us:

n your signed application for admission (or complete it online)

n $50 (u.s. currency) application fee - nonrefundable processing fee required of every applicant. it must accompany your application in order for your request for admission to be considered. all fees must be paid in u.s. dollars in either a check drawn on a u.s. bank, a u.s. postal service money order or an international money order made payable to northwest Missouri state university.

n official transcripts from every secondary school, college, university, technical/vocational institute or professional institution attended (all records must be certified and translated into English)

n a copy of your passport or birth certificate

n official test score reports (ACT/SAT; GRE/GMAT; etc.) if available. GRE/GMAT are required for graduate students.

n completed financial data, including statement of support and bank statement

n official TOEFL score report (for non-native speakers of English)

please type or print legibly in black ink. Most items on this application are self-explanatory.

Instructions for the others follow.

fINANcES

Since encountering financial difficulties pose particular problems to international students, u.s. immigration services requires that international students make arrangements, before leaving their own countries, to meet all financial needs they will encounter while they are in the united states, including transportation to and from northwest. this requirement is intended to help you avoid financial problems after arriving in Maryville. if your plans include fellowship or scholarship support from a sponsoring agency, you must complete all arrangements necessary to secure such support.

HEAlTH INSURANcE

international students at northwest Missouri state university are required to purchase health insurance. insurance is needed to help cover the extremely high cost of medical care in the united states. students are automatically billed for a university health insurance policy unless they can show they have comparable coverage.

fINANcIAl ASSISTANcE

The University’s sources of financial assistance to international students are extremely limited. there is no need-based financial assistance available for undergraduate international students. However, there may be scholarships available to students with exceptional scores on the act or sat.

Most financial aid held by international graduate students at the university is in the form of graduate assistantships. graduate assistantships are awarded by the various academic departments on the basis of academic merit to graduate students only. interested students should complete a graduate assistantship application online. the deadline for applying is March 1 preceding the academic year for which the assistantship is desired.

united states embassies and major binational culture centers can provide information about other sources of financial aid. You may wish to contact the institute of international education, latin american scholarship program of american universities, american Friends of the Middle east, african-american institute and the american-Korean Foundation.

EMplOYMENT OppORTUNITIES

employment opportunities for students holding F-1 visas are limited. F-1 students may work “on-campus” (for the university) a maximum of 20 hours per week during the school year. Many students do so, but the number of on-campus jobs is limited and the pay is usually minimum wage of $5.15 per hour. Most on-campus work either involves clerical or unskilled labor, such as positions in the cafeterias or library.

F-1 students can work “off-campus” only with governmental permission. this permission is difficult to obtain and is not granted during the first academic year of an international student’s stay in the united states.

A. pERSOnAL dATA

please avoid using any unnecessary abbreviations.

a1. Name – if your name changes prior to your enrollment, please notify the Office of admissions in writing.

a8. Address – complete this as you would address an envelope to be mailed to yourself. include your street and number, city/u.s. Zip code, province/zone, postal code and country.

a18. Temporary Visa – if you currently hold a visa, please send a copy. if you are attending a u.s. school now, the attached international student advisor form must be completed.

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b. EnROLLMEnT pLAnS

B2. Session – We encourage you to apply well in advance of the session in which you plan to enroll. applications are accepted up to one year in advance.

B3. Major and degree programs undergraduate students – please refer to and choose an area from the list of Majors and degree programs found on page 10. if you are unsure about your area of study, use “undecided.”

graduate students – please refer to and choose one program/department from the list of degree programs found on page 11.

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fINANcINg YOUR EdUcATION

1. name

2. Former name (if any)

3. date of Birth

4. Birthplace

5. country of citizenship

6. ❑ Male ❑ Female

7. permanent Home address

8. international phone number ( ) personal e-mail address (required)

9. international Fax number ( ) agent e-mail address

10. united states address

11. u.s. phone number ( )

12. to which address do you want your i-20 sent?

13. native language

14. parent or guardian’s name

15. parent or guardian’s address

(country code)

(country code)

plEASE cOMplETE ENTIRE ApplIcATION

A. pERSOnAL InFORMATIOn

last name (family or surname) first name (given) middle

number, street (no p.o. Box-physical address only)

city state/province country postal/zip code

number/box street city state zip code

UNdERgRAdUATE ANd gRAdUATE AdMISSIONS

this form is intended for international applicants who are neither united states citizens or permanent residents and must be submitted in order to apply for study at any level at northwest Missouri state university.

Please read the instructions carefully before filling out this form.

if you currently have a green card, do not complete this application. instead, complete a domestic application for admission.

month day year

C. ACAdEMIC InFORMATIOn

Official copies of academic records of coursework completed in secondary schools, colleges, universities, technical/vocational institutes or professional institutions are required.

it is your responsibility to request that one academic record, bearing the original stamp or seal and signature of a government or school officer (e.g. consular, registrar or dean), be sent to the Northwest Office of admissions from each institution you have attended. if you have a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent, you need not send your secondary school records unless you are an applicant for undergraduate study.

Your academic records should list the subjects you studied by year; the number of weekly lecture and laboratory hours in each subject; grades, marks or percentages earned in year-end examinations; and copies of diplomas, titles, degrees or certificates.

all records must be in english. those in other languages must have official translations attached to official copies of the originals. academic records from u.s. or canadian schools must bear the stamp or official seal of the issuing institution.

international students applying for transfer credit from any college outside the united States must submit an official translated syllabus listing course content.

all transcripts and records submitted to northwest Missouri state university become the university’s property and cannot be returned under any circumstances.

c6. English proficiency for non-native Speakers – Your toeFl scores must be reported directly from the testing agency. if you have questions about the

(city, country)

(if applicable)

(if applicable)

(required – no p.o. Box: express delivery service requirement)

INTERNATIONAl STUdENT ApplIcATION

NORTHWESTmissouri / state / university / maryville

program, contact toeFl/tse services, Box 6151, princeton, nJ 08541-6151 usa. telephone: (609) 771-7100 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. new York time. FaX: (609) 771-7681. www.toefl.org

Score report from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL).

undergraduates should have a minimum score of 500 on the paper-based toeFl, 173 on the computer-based total or 61 on the internet-based toeFl. graduates should have a minimum score of 550 on the paper-based toeFl, a 213 on the computer-based toeFl, or a 79 on the internet-based toeFl.

AcT/SAT – the american college test (act) or the scholastic assessment test (sat) is requested for admission if you are seeking a scholarship. scores must be reported directly from the testing agency. contact act registration department, Box 414, iowa city, ia 52243 or college Board admissions testing program, cn 6200, princeton, nJ 08541-6200 for sat.

gRE/gMAT – the graduate record examination (gre) general test or graduate Management aptitude test (gMat), depending on the program, is required for admission to the graduate school and must be taken prior to your consideration for admission. The Office of Admissions must receive an official score report from the testing agency. northwest’s gre and gMat code is 6488.

contact: educational testing service, (Box 6006 for gre/Box 6104 for gMat) princeton, nJ 08541 usa, www.ets.org.

E. FInAnCIAL STATUS

applicants must submit evidence of adequate financial support to cover the costs of one full year of study at northwest Missouri state university. students with dependents must include additional financial support for any dependents who accompany them.

if the information necessary to complete your financial statement is not available at the time of your application, you may submit it separately. applications from sponsored or self-financed persons will not be considered complete unless they are accompanied by proper certification of financial ability to provide support.

applicants from countries with currency restrictions which make it difficult to transfer funds to the united states may be required to submit in advance a tuition and maintenance deposit before a Certificate of eligibility is issued.

e3. Financial Sources – Be sure to attach the appropriate attested supporting documents.

HOW TO ApplY

remove completed application form from this book and mail with $50 fee to:

Office of Admissions northwest Missouri state university 800 university drive Maryville, Mo 64468-6001 usa telephone number: (660) 562-1973 or (660) 562-1149FaX**: (660) 562-1821e-mail: admissions@nwmissouri.edu **the following items are not considered official if received via facsimile: academic records and standardized test scores.

(no p.o. Box – physical address only)

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16. the name of a person to notify in case of emergency:

in tHe HoMe countrY: in tHe united states: (iF applicaBle)

name name

street street

city city

country state

telephone number ( ) telephone number ( )

17. Which type of visa do you expect to hold while at the university?

❑ student (F) ❑ other (explain)

b. EnROLLMEnT pLAnS

1. admission status: ❑ First-time student ❑ transfer ❑ Former northwest student ❑ graduate

2. trimester applying for: ❑ Fall (august) 20 ❑ spring (January) 20

❑ summer (May) 1st session 20 ❑ summer (June) 2nd session 20 ❑ summer (July) 3rd session 20

3. degree: (enter code and name from pages 10-11)

Major: (enter code and name from pages 10-11)

C. ACAdEMIC InFORMATIOn

1. Have you previously applied to northwest Missouri state university? ❑ yes ❑ no if yes, when?

2. Have you previously enrolled at northwest Missouri state university? ❑ yes ❑ no if yes, when?

High school attended: address:

3. High school graduation date:

4. list chronologically all secondary and post-secondary institutions in which you are presently enrolled or those you have attended regardless of duration. Contact each institution and request that an official academic record be sent to Northwest. Inaccurate or incomplete information may result in denial of admission or dismissal from northwest.

dates degree date degreeinstitution location attended earned/expected received

5. Have you ever been suspended or dismissed from any college or university? ❑ yes ❑ no

if yes, from where? When?

For what reason?

6. ___ i plan to take/ ___ took the toeFl in___________________________________________ score:__________

___ i plan to take/ ___ took the act in_____________________________________________ score:__________

___ i plan to take/ ___ took the sat in_____________________________________________ score:__________

___ i plan to take/ ___ took the gre general test in _________________________________ score:__________

___ i plan to take/ ___ took the gMat in___________________________________________ score:__________

7. are you a phi theta Kappa member? (applicable to transfer students) ❑ yes ❑ no

8. Have either of your parents earned a Bachelor’s degree? ❑ yes ❑ no if yes, was any degree received from northwest? ❑ yes ❑ no

d. GEnERAL InFORMATIOn

1. please check those undergraduate extracurricular activities in which you would like to participate:

❑ Varsity athletics ❑ cheerleading ❑ choral Music ❑ Forensics/debate ❑ army rotc

❑ Fraternities/sororities ❑ instrumental Music ❑ drama ❑ radio/tV ❑ literary & arts Magazine

❑ religious groups ❑ rodeo ❑ intramural sports ❑ student newspaper ❑ equestrian team

❑ Yearbook ❑ ap/clep credit ❑ student government ❑ study abroad ❑ dance

2. How did you learn about northwest? ❑ internet ❑ Friend or Family ❑ education Fair ❑ northwest representative

❑ school counselor ❑ esl ❑ alumni ❑ study abroad ❑ recruitment agent

❑ other

3. are any of your immediate family members currently enrolled at northwest Missouri state university? ❑ yes ❑ no

if yes, who? ❑ father ❑ mother ❑ grandparent ❑ brother ❑ sister ❑ spouse ❑ children

name

E. FInAnCIAL STATUS

1. Have you applied for any scholarships, fellowships, assistantships or other financial assistance? ❑ yes ❑ no

if yes, list organizations and agencies to which you have applied and specify the kinds and amounts of assistance requested. (northwest does not provide student loans to international students).

2. Have you received any scholarships, fellowships, assistantships or other financial assistance? ❑ yes ❑ no ❑ decision pending

if yes, list organizations and agencies to which you have applied and specify the kinds and amounts of assistance requested.

3. Show below (in U.S. dollars) the financial sources and amount available to cover your expenses. Provide the appropriate supporting documentation as indicated.

3a. From your personal savings $

name of Bank city country

(Attach an original financial statement signed by a bank official showing the current bank balance and the date and amount of the most recent deposit.)

3b. From your family or other sponsor $

name of Bank city country

Complete and submit the Statement of Support on the next page.

F. CERTIFICATIOn

My signature below indicates that all information contained in this application is factually correct and complete. i understand it is my responsibility to request official transcripts from each academic institution I have attended to be submitted to Northwest Missouri State University. I realize the purpose of the financial data required is to prevent me from having financial difficulties after enrolling in the University and the University cannot be expected to provide me with financial assistance beyond any that may already have been offered me. I understand that i will be required to show purchase of health and accident insurance. i also understand that the misrepresentation, omission or fraudulent application information is sufficient grounds for the automatic denial of my admission or registration.

signature date

(MontH/Year)

(name of agency)

pAgE 3 Of 4pAgE 2 Of 4

STATEMENT Of SUppORT INTERNATIONAl STUdENT TRANSfER fORM

in consideration of and exchange for the admission of ________________________________________________ who is my

___________________________, as a student at northwest Missouri state university for the term beginning

________________ / ______, i guarantee that i am able, that i will and that i do promise to provide the minimum amount of

$____________________ per year payable in u.s. dollars for a period of _________ years.

4. My bank’s certification (or my sponsor’s guarantee) ❑ is enclosed with this application ❑ will be sent separately

Evidence of my financial resources (in the form of an original bank statement) accompanies this declaration or will be sent immediately. I realize that the University cannot be expected to provide this student with financial support beyond any that may already have been awarded. i fully understand that any possibility of student employment and/or graduate assistantships are not guaranteed and are offered on a competitive basis. Fraudulent documents will make my application null and void. i also understand that the misrepresentation, omission or fraudulent application information is sufficient grounds for the automatic denial of my admission or registration.

sponsor’s name (please print)

sponsor’s signature

sponsor’s address

The bank statement must verify that the sponsor (or the student) has a balance of at least the amount shown on the estimated annual costs page found at www.nwmissouri.edu/international/procedures.htm

every international student who applies for admission to northwest Missouri state university while attending another college or university in

the united states must submit an international student advisor’s report as part of his/her admission materials. this report, located on the

back side of this form, is to be completed by the appropriate person at the institution you are currently attending, usually your international

student advisor. ThIS REpORT IS REqUIREd FOR AdMISSIOn TO nORThwEST. You have the right to read what is written on this

report. However, often an advisor will request that the report be confidential from the student. In this case, and if you agree, you may waive

your right to read the report according to the guidelines given below.

the Family education rights and privacy act of 1974 (p.l. 93-380), as amended, allows an applicant to waive his/her right of access to

confidential letters or statements written on his/her behalf, provided that:

1. the recommendation is used solely for the purpose of admission, and

2. The applicant, upon request, is notified of the names of all persons making such a recommendation on his/her behalf.

northwest Missouri state university does not require, as a condition of admission, that you waive your right to access the information

contained in the international student advisor’s report. However, if you choose to waive your right of access, you need to sign the waiver

as follows.

i hereby waive my right of access to this recommendation and any appropriate attachments which have

been written by on behalf of my application for admission

to northwest Missouri state university. this waiver is effective only if the recommendation is used solely for the

purpose of admission.

applicant’s name

applicant’s social security number (if applicable) – –

country of citizenship

signature date

last name (family or surname) first name (given) middle

if submitted separately, return to: northwest Missouri state university Office of Admissions 800 university drive Maryville, Mo 64468-6001 usa

(student’s name)

(indicate relationship)

(month/year)

(name of international student advisor)

FROM U.S. SEvIS AppROvEd SChOOL TO nORThwESTRETURNEd TO NORTHWEST WITH BANk STATEMENT

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WHERE YOU’ll lIVE

INTERNATIONAl STUdENT AdVISOR REpORT

applicant’s name

social security number

TO BE cOMplETEd BY THE INTERNATIONAl STUdENT AdVISOR

please comment on the items below as they concern the above-named student:

n type of Visa (if an “exchange-visitor,” please give program number and name of sponsor)

(sponsor’s name) last name (family or surname) first name (given) middle

n seVis i-20 number:

n seVis release date:

n expiration date of authorized stay as it currently appears on student’s i-20 and i-94

n Would student be permitted to continue or return to your school?

n any practical training authorizations? (if yes, indicate type and dates,)

n Has student been enrolled in a full course of study?

n is student currently in status?

n Has student been reinstated?

n dates of attendance?

signature date (international student advisor)

institution seVis school code

address

phone number e-mail Fax

Please RETURN to: Office of Admissions, Northwest Missouri State University, 800 University Drive, Maryville, MO 64468-6001 USA (660) 562-1973, (660) 562-1821 fax

last name (family or surname) first name (given) middle

NORTHWEST MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY YOUR HOME AWAY fROM HOME 9

At northwest, all first-time freshmen are required to live on campus unless they are married or 21 years of age.

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On-CAMpUS hOUSInG

students planning to live on campus should apply for residence hall housing as early as possible. Housing requests are processed and room assignments are made based on the date that the housing application is received and the date you are admitted to the university.

northwest has nine residence halls, with most rooms accommodating two people. all rooms are furnished with beds, mattresses, study tables, chairs, closets, drawer space and issued a laptop computer with cd-roM drive. cooking is not permitted in the rooms.

there are several factors you should consider as you decide whether to live in the residence halls.

n the residence hall living experience provides an outstanding opportunity for international students to improve their english skills and learn about U.S. culture first-hand. Most residence hall occupants are 18- to 20-year-old undergraduate students.

n residence halls are fully operational on a 12-month basis. students who remain on campus during the interim sessions can be accommodated at a daily rate.

n room and board yearly cost (nine months) is approximately $7,000. all

residence hall contracts include both room and board. the only exception is for summer session when a meal contract is not required.

n residence hall contracts cannot be broken except under extreme circumstances, such as medical problems or acute and unforeseen financial difficulty.

Your residence hall contract is for an academic year (fall and spring trimester).

OFF-CAMpUS hOUSInG

although rooms in the residence halls are generally available, students who are not freshman status may choose to live off campus.

almost all landlords require a “damage deposit” in the amount of one month’s rent payable with the first month’s rent. In addition to monthly rent, most renters (often called “tenants”) have to pay for their own utilities (electricity, gas and water), although it may be included in the rental price. telephone service is not included in your monthly rent.

ApARTMENTS

an “apartment” is a complete living unit. no facilities other than perhaps laundry machines must be shared with other residents of the building. one-bedroom

apartment rates average $400 and two-bedroom apartment rates average $600 per month.

n “Furnished” apartments are rented with furniture, refrigerator, stove and window coverings, but not cooking and eating utensils or linens (towels, sheets, etc.).

n “unfurnished” apartments are rented without furniture. Most only have a refrigerator and stove. the renter must acquire all other furnishings.

ROOMS

a “room” may be in a private home or in a “rooming house” where there are single rooms for rent. in either case, bathroom facilities are usually shared with other residents. since living space is quite limited, most “rooms” are used only for sleeping and studying. there may or may not be access to cooking facilities (often called “kitchen privileges”). like apartments, they may be furnished or unfurnished. rooms often are the least expensive type of off-campus housing. Monthly rent averages $250 and almost always include utilities.

NOTE: northwest does not provide assistance with off-campus housing. However, the iic will provide transportation to local apartment complexes during orientation. please contact the iic at iic@nwmissouri.edu for more information.

english 800english: speech emphasis 805History 810

agriculture 815Biology 820applied computer science 823geographic information systems 832recreation 855Quality 807

M.B.a. 835M.B.a.: accounting emphasis 836 ag. economics emphasis 837 Management info. systems 838 Health Management emphasis 839 Quality emphasis 822

educational leadership: elementary 840 secondary 842teacher leader 846english (option i) 843english: speech emphasis 844guidance and counseling 845Health and physical education 850reading 865teaching: science education 870teaching: agriculture 875teaching: english (option ii) 879teaching: early childhood 882teaching: instructional technology 885teaching: elementary prescribed area 886 self-contained 888teaching: Mathematics 889teaching: Middle school 890teaching: Music 891teaching: secondary (indiv. programs) 808teaching: History 896special education 854teaching: english language learners 809

superintendency 900secondary principalship 910elementary principalship 920

geographic information systems 831computer information systems 884Alternative Certification 841Quality Management 804english language learners / english as a second language 806

gRAdUATE pROgRAMS

NORTHWEST MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY THE NExT STEp 1110 WHAT WIll YOU MAjOR IN? NORTHWEST MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY

UNdERgRAdUATE MAjORS ANd dEgREE pROgRAMS

BiologyBiology (ed)BroadcastingBusiness (ed)chemistrychemistry (ed)coachingcommercial agriculturecomputer networkingcomputer applicationscomputer sciencecriminal Justicedancedatabase Managementdeaf studiesearly childhood (ed)earth science (ed)economicseconomic developmentenglishenglish: Writingenglish (ed)environmental scienceFamily life and resource Mgmt.Family life (ed)Food servicegeneral Businessgeographygeographic information systemsgeologygerontologyHealth (ed)HistoryHorticultureHumanitiesinteractive digital Mediainternational studiesJournalismMathematics (ed)Mathematical sciencesMiddle school science (ed)Military scienceMusic nutritionphilosophyphysicsphysics (ed)political sciencepsychologypublic administrationpublic Historypublic relationsrecreationspanishspeech communicationspeech/theatre (ed)sociologystatisticssystems ManagementtheatreVisual Journalism

ed = certifiable teacher education minor*pending cBHe approval

TEAc

undecided 000Bachelor of arts 001Bachelor of Fine arts 002Bachelor of science 003Bachelor of clinical lab. sciences 007Bachelor of technology 008Two-Year Certificate Program 009pre-professional program 010Bachelor of science in education 011Deficiencies for Graduate program 013NCATE Certification 014

TEAc

undecided 000undecided — online only 480advertising 102agricultural Business 105agricultural economics 106agricultural science 108agronomy 110alternative energy 109animal science 111applied advertising* 112art 120Biology: Botany 128Biology: cellular-Molecular 126Biology: ecology 176Biology: environmental science 182Biology: general Biology 125Biology: Marine Biology 246Biology: psychology 301Biology: Zoology 351Broadcasting 135Business: accounting–private industry 100 accounting–public 101 Business economics 140 Business Management 141 Finance: corporate Finance 146 Finance: Financial computing 145 Finance: Financial Management 142 Finance: Financial services 144 international Business 240 Management info. systems 155 Marketing 255 Office Information Systems 275chemistry acs 149chemistry 150child and Family studies 220computer science 156economics 160english 180

english education 181Family and consumer sciences education 224Mathematics education 261Middle school 170Music education: instrumental Music 272Music education: Vocal Music 271physical education teaching 286physics education 297Physics: Unified Science 296social science education 315spanish education 331special ed.: cross categorical 165speech/theatre education 337

pR

pre-architecture 401pre-audiology & speech pathology 423pre-chiropractic 402pre-dental Hygiene 403pre-dentistry 404pre-engineering 405pre-Forestry 406pre-law 407pre-Medicine 408pre-Mortuary science 409pre-nursing 410pre-occupational therapy 411pre-optometry 412pre-osteopathic & allopathic therapy 413pre-pharmacy 414pre-physical therapy 415pre-podiatry 416pre-radiology 418pre-respiratory therapy 419pre-Veterinary Medicine agriculture 421pre-Veterinary Medicine Biology 422

2-y E p

Farm operation 441information systems* 440Medical administrative assistant 442Office Systems 443

TEAc

admin. of child care programsadvertisingagricultural scienceagronomyanimal scienceartart elementary (ed)Biochemistry

dEgREES

MAjORS b.A. And b.S.

MINORS

TwO-yEAR CERTIFICATE pROgRAMS

pRE-pROFESSIOnAL pROGRAMS

environmental geology 183Foods and nutrition: dietetics 221Foods and nutrition: restaurant and Food service Management 222geographic info. systems* 194geography 195geology 200History 210Horticulture 215 Humanities 231industrial psychology 280interactive digital Media: comp. science concentration 241 new Media concentration 242 Visual imaging concentration 243Journalism 245Mathematics 260Merchandising of textiles, apparel and Furnishings 223Music 270nanoscience: Biology* 281nanoscience: chemistry* 282nanoscience: physics* 283philosophy 290physics 295political science 205pre-professional Zoology 417psychology 300psychology/sociology 302public administration 305public relations 306recreation: rec. & park Management 311 therapeutic recreation 312 corporate rec./Wellness 313sociology 325sociology: social Foundations 326sociology: corrections 327spanish 330speech communication 335speech-organizational comm. 336statistics: applied Mathematical statistics 340statistics: actuary science 341theatre 345theatre performance 346theatre technical and design 347Wildlife ecology & conservation 350

TEAc

agricultural education 109art education 121Biology education 129Biology: Unified Science 127Business education teaching 143chemistry education 152Chemistry: Unified Science 151Earth Science: Unified Science 175elementary 166elementary teaching 167

TEAcHINg/EdUcATION MAjORS

MASTER Of BUSINESS AdMInISTRATIOn - M.b.A.

MASTER OF ARTS - M.A.

MASTER OF SCIEnCE - M.S.

MASTER Of ScIENcE IN EdUCATIOn - M.S. Ed

SpEcIAlIST IN EdUcATION

cERTIfIcATE pROgRAMS

12 A gREAT plAcE TO STUdY NORTHWEST MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY

cOMpUTERS

northwest has been a leader in high-access student-based computer technology since 1987, and recent upgrades have provided students with an even faster, more powerful computing network.

Known as the electronic campus, northwest issues all on-campus residents a laptop computer. software on the computers includes the latest Microsoft Windows operating system, Microsoft Word, excel, and powerpoint, to name a few.

the high-capacity computer network provides students 24-hour-a-day access to the internet and World Wide Web from their residence hall room. computers are equipped with the latest internet explorer Web browser with point and click navigation and color graphic image retrieval.

northwest’s internet allows you to search the library, chat on bulletin boards, check your bills, enroll in classes, create an employment file through Career Services, find a campus job, send and receive e-mail, create your own home page and much, much more.

general labs equipped with pcs are located in the library and in academic buildings.

there also are specialized labs on campus, including a pentium lab for upper-division computer science classes, Macintosh labs for graphic design and student publications, and an interactive chemistry and mathematics lab.

the cost to students for basic electronic campus usage is built into the basic room and board cost and a minimal technology fee per credit hour supports the program.

cUlTURAl ANd REcREATIONAl OppORTUNITIES

northwest offers a variety of entertainment opportunities through its encore presentations. concerts, diversity speakers, comedians, films and other performances fill the calendar each year. cultural events such as symphonies, professional artists, ballets and Broadway plays bring artistic diversity to campus.

the culture of Quality program brings distinguished speakers who have lectured on a variety of issues. northwest’s theatre and music students add to the activities on campus with a variety of productions and concerts.

professional artists from around the world have exhibited their works in the olive deluce Fine arts gallery on campus. six exhibits are held each year, and they provide students a chance to experience a variety of art forms.

recreation facilities also are abundant both on and off campus. the university has an indoor pool, an all-weather surface track, tennis courts in several locations on campus and a fitness center featuring a variety of weightlifting and workout equipment.

Maryville also has a variety of recreational opportunities for students to enjoy. one of the facilities is the Maryville aquatic center, which features zero-depth entry and two water slides. it is located at one of the city’s 11 parks.

east of town is the Mozingo lake recreational area, which features an 18-hole golf course, beach, marina, camp sites and picnic shelters. also within driving distance is Big lake state park, squaw creek national Wildlife refuge and nodaway lake.

OWENS lIBRARY

B.d. owens library contains more than 600,000 volumes in a modern, three-story building designed to support the needs of northwest’s students and faculty in scholarly research, maintaining current knowledge in subjects of interest and reading for personal growth and enrichment.

owens is known throughout the Midwest for giving its patrons the best tools available in information technology and information management. By providing state-of-the-art resources in an environment characterized by friendly, professional assistance, the librarians help patrons develop lifetime learning, communication and research competencies. in owens, patrons utilize interactive cd-roM stations, electronic database searching and interlibrary loan services as well as gain access to the full-color, graphic and text resources of the internet and World Wide Web. the librarians are committed to exemplary, personalized service for their patrons in a dynamic learning environment.

throughout the library, areas for private study and reading are available as well as areas that encourage group study and team projects. small-group study and meeting rooms are available to patrons, as are reference assistance services.

NORTHWEST MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY BE AcTIVE 13

ENglISH AS A SEcONd lANgUAgE

the english as a second language program provides its students with not only the linguistic (english) skills they will need to be successful in an institution of higher education, but also the academic and cultural skills and information that will enable them to be better learners.

The program offers five eight-week sessions beginning in January, March, June, august and october. Before classes begin, students are given placement tests to determine their english ability. as a result, they are placed into classes at the appropriate level. classes have an average of 12 students and meet 20 hours per week.

admission is open to any international student or professional with the desire to learn english. Matriculation in the esl program does not guarantee or imply acceptance to a university academic degree program.

HEAlTH cENTER

the university Health center is located on the west side of campus. the staff of several full-time nurses and a physician provide health care in a clinical setting for students. a health center fee will be added to your bill.

st. Francis Hospital and Health services is the local hospital and provides 24-hour emergency services.

students are required at the time of admission to comply with the university’s policy on immunization for measles and rubella. the Health center requires that all students receive a second measles (rubeola) vaccine, a tuberculosis test and a meningitis vaccine.

HEAlTH INSURANcE

Health insurance is necessary to help cover the extremely high cost of medical care in the united states. since it is imperative to have resources to cover costs of possible accidents or unexpected illnesses, international students at northwest are required to have health insurance. in addition, international students are strongly advised to provide health insurance for any dependents accompanying them to the united states.

a reasonably-priced group insurance plan with provisions for either individuals or families is available through the university. costs start at approximately $510 per calendar year for a single student. plans also are available for a student’s spouse and children. students’ pre-arrival information includes details about the group plan.

if you choose not to purchase an insurance policy through northwest, you must furnish evidence that you have comparable coverage through some other company. students who do not furnish such evidence will be automatically billed for a northwest health insurance policy.

INTERNATIONAl STUdENT SERVIcES

the director of international programs assists all international students in understanding university policies and programs, in making the best social and academic adjustment to higher education in America and in finding resolutions to their problems with the u.s. citizenship immigration service (uscis), u.s. immigration and customs enforcement (usice).

international students are required to report to the Office of Intercultural and International affairs at the beginning of each term to complete an information sheet, to verify the i-20 data and to provide a current local address.

AdVANTAgES AT NORTHWEST

14 jOIn An ORGAnIzATIOn NORTHWEST MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY

YOUR lIfE WIll BE ENRIcHEd BY jOININg ANY Of THE 170 CAMpUS ORGAnIzATIOnS. ThE MAny cATEgORIES TO cHOOSE fROM INclUdE AcAdEMIc dEpARTMENTAl, HONOR, INTRAMURAl SpORTS, gREEk, MASS MEdIA, MUlTIcUlTURAl, pERfORMINg, RElIgIOUS ANd RESIdENcE HAll ORGAnIzATIOnS. LISTEd bELOw ARE SEvERAL OF ThE STUdEnT ORGAnIzATIOnS whICh hAvE bEEn ESTAbLIShEd FOR InTERCULTURAL AwAREnESS.

HISpANIc AMERIcAN lEAdERSHIp ORGAnIzATIOn (hALO)

Halo is dedicated to furthering an understanding of the latino, Hispanic and Mexican culture. the organization creates a commonality among persons who share an interest in the Hispanic culture. Membership is open to anyone interested in the heritage and culture of latino, Hispanic and Mexican people in the Western Hemisphere.

INdIAN STUdENT ASSOcIATION (ISA)is a multicultural organization that seeks to promote the culture of india and its people through a wide variety of activities. its main festival is the diwali Festival of lights celebration held every fall. this organization is open to anyone interested in indian culture and seeks to promote its goals and activities.

INTERNATIONAl STUdENTS ORGAnIzATIOn (ISO)

the iso promotes better relationships among students of different cultural and ethnic backgrounds. Membership is open to all students, faculty and community persons who share an interest in promoting a global view of the world. iso helps ease the adjustment of international students into a new culture.

kOREAN STUdENT ASSOcIATION (kSA)the Korean student association seeks to educate others on the culture of Korea through special programs and events.

AfRIcAN fRIENdS ASSOcIATION (AfA)aFa’s objectives are to promote better understanding and appreciation of the diverse cultures represented by the african students at northwest and to foster friendship and tolerance within the northwest family. they strive to promote cultural, education and social activities that represent africa.

AMNESTY INTERNATIONAlamnesty international is a worldwide campaigning movement that works to promote all the human rights enshrined in the universal declaration of Human rights and other international standards.

ASIAN STUdENT ASSOcIATION (ASA)the asian student association promotes an understanding of the chinese culture, language and life by coordinating efforts from other interested groups. Members strive for a more interesting, cooperative and active social life while encouraging others to share their culture.

fRIENdS Of INTERNATIONAl STUdENTS (fIS)Fis matches interested international students with american families and individuals who provide friendship and hospitality.

MIddlE EAST STUdENT ASSOcIATION (MESA)

Mesa promotes a spirit of fellowship among Middle eastern students and the community; fosters friendships between international and american students; promotes cultural, social and educational activities; and represents the Middle eastern cultures.

STUdENT ASSOcIATION fOR MUlTIcUlTURAl EdUcATION (SAME)

saMe promotes the integration of, and equality for, all persons/groups regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, linguistic, differentiated lifestyles or exceptionality. saMe celebrates and promotes cultural

and ethnic diversity through intercultural and educational exchange, i.e., taste of cultures. saMe invites and welcomes all who have an abiding interest in promoting open-mindedness, fairness, respect, hospitable coexistence and a better community.

TURkISH STUdENT ASSOcIATION (TSA)the purposes of the turkish student association are to promote a spirit of fellowship among turkish students and the community; to foster friendships between international and american students; to promote cultural, social and educational activities; and to represent turkey and turkish cultures.

NORTHWEST MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY STAY INVOlVEd 15

STUdEnT ORGAnIzATIOnS

n northwest Missouri state university is a public state-assisted four-year regional university.

n First electronic campus in the nation. a laptop computer with high-speed internet connection for every student living in the residence halls.

n Founded in 1905, with a recognized tradition of quality education.

n governed by a state-appointed Board of regents.

n enrollment: 6,400

n 247 full-time faculty

n president: dr. dean l. Hubbard

n accredited by the north central association of colleges and schools.

n operates on a trimester calendar.

n our freshman success rate – completing 24 credit hours in a year with a 2.00 gpa or higher – is better than all other moderately selective institutions in Missouri.

n three-time winner of the Missouri Quality award. We have been recognized for our quality academic instruction, quality service and quality practices across the nation.

n located in Maryville, Missouri, a rural community of 11,000, county seat of nodaway county (90 miles north of Kansas city, 100 miles south of omaha).

2006

northwest Missouri state universityOffice of Admissions800 university driveMaryville, Mo 64468-6001 usa

1.800.633.1175locally 660.562.1562fax 660.562.1121e-mail admissions@nwmissouri.edu

www.nwmissouri.eduthe international and international center (iic)660.562.1367fax 660.562.1546e-mail iic@nwmissouri.edu

NORTHWEST pROfIlEn on a nation-wide norm student satisfaction survey, northwest

juniors ranked our campus the highest in safety and security compared to our peer group.

n students from 42 states and 42 countries

n offering bachelor’s, master’s and specialist degrees as well as selected two-year certificate and English as a Second Language (esl) programs.

n over 170 student organizations

n colors: Forest green and White

n Mascot: Bearcat

n Athletic Affiliations: National Collegiate Athletic Association (Division ii) and Mid-america intercollegiate athletics association, for men and women.

n northwest ranks among the top u.s. schools for being environmentally friendly. ranked no. 1 in Missouri as the school with the best environmental practices, and our landscaping team has been ranked among the best in the country.

n campus is designated the Missouri arboretum.

n 1999 and 1998 ncaa division ii national Football champions.

n northwest Missouri state university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age or disability.