Freshman Academic Criteria

Automatic, full-time admission will be granted to first-time students who meet the following criteria:

  ACT of 21 or higher   OR

  SAT* of 980 or higher   OR

  3.50 High School GPA on a 4.0 Scale

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 (940 or 900 SAT*) AND 2.30 GPA

  18 or 17 ACT (860 or 810 SAT*) AND 2.50 GPA

  16 or 15 ACT (760 or 710 SAT*) AND 2.70 GPA

* SAT based on sum of math and critical reading scores

NOTE: The ACT/SAT requirement is waived for students age 20 and older.

Each student's academic record will be reviewed at the time of admission. Students who fall below the above requirements may be admitted with additional conditions placed on their admission based on their previous academic record. These conditions may include (but are not limited to): limited course selection, part-time enrollment, and restrictions on when a student may be allowed to register. Students who are admitted with these conditions have the right to request an individual review of their unique situation. These students must provide additional information that demonstrates their potential for academic success at MWSU which will be outlined in their decision letter.

Required Admissions Documentation

The following documentation is necessary to complete your admissions file so you may enroll at a New Student Registration Program.

Transfer Student Academic Criteria

Transfer Students are held to the same academic standards as our current students. Any student with less than a 2.0 cumulative GPA for ALL coursework attempted at ALL previous colleges/universities will be evaluated acording to the Table of Academic Standards in the University Catalog to see if they are admissible.

Admissions Documentation Required

The following documentation is necessary to complete your admissions file so you may enroll at a New Student Registration Program.

Transfer Students with less than 24 hours of credit

Transfer Students with 24 hours of credit or more

Academic Notes

Transfer students who have completed an associate’s degree from an accredited Missouri institution are considered to have satisfactorily completed MWSU’s general studies requirements (some exceptions apply which will be evaluated on a course-by-course basis). Transfer students who have completed an associate’s degree outside the state of Missouri will have their courses evaluated on a course-by-course basis.

MWSU accepts unlimited lower division transfer hours (100-200 level) from accredited two-year colleges. Graduation requirements which may impact a transfer student include:
• Earn a minimum of 124 credits, including 60 hours from a senior college
• Earn a minimum of 30 credits in upper-division coursework (300-400 level)
• Earn 30 of the last 45 credit at MWSU in institutional coursework

Refer to www.missouriwestern.edu/transfer for transfer credit equivalencies and guidelines.

MWSU adheres to the guidelines of the Missouri Articulation Agreement. Transfer course work is evaluated and awarded on the same basis as credit awarded at MWSU. Consequently, criteria used to evaluate currently enrolled MWSU students is equally applicable to transfer students. Applicants who are considering transferring to MWSU may refer to the Table of Academic Standards contained in this catalog to determine their academic status for transfer admission purposes.
 

Dual Admission

If you are student transferring from the Kansas City Metropolitan Community Colleges, you may be eligible for dual admission. Click here for more information.

Returning Student Academic Criteria

Returning Students are held to the same academic standards as our current students. Any student with less than a 2.0 cumulative GPA for ALL coursework attempted at ALL previous colleges/universities will be evaluated acording to the Table of Academic Standards in the University Catalog to see if they are admissible.

Returning (Former) Students are students that previously attended MWSU and have "sat out" for at least one semester (i.e. it has been at least one semester since they last took classes). Returning students must complete an application for admission to re-activate their file.

The Process

To be re-admitted to MWSU, students must provide:
1. Completed application for admission.
2. Transcripts from all colleges attended since the last time you attended MWSU.

What to Expect

Once your application is received, the Office of Admissions will pull your previous records and process your file. Once processed, you will receive an acceptance letter in the mail with additional details. You will be able to register for classes at Walk-In Registration the week prior to classes beginning. Please refer to the Class Schedule for specific dates/times for Walk-In Registration.

Special Notes

  Returning Students must have all outstanding balances paid before they will be allowed to register for classes.

  Students who have had Satisfactory Academic Process (SAP) issues must contact the Financial Aid Office at 816-271-4361 prior to enrolling for classes.

Non-Degree Seeking Student Admission Criteria

This category is for the student who is not seeking a degree or certificate at MWSU.

Students under suspension are ineligible to be admitted under this category. Students admitted under this category who later decide to seek a degree at MWSU must re-apply for admission in the appropriate admission category. Consult with the Office of Admissions with any questions concerning your admission status. All applicable credits earned as a non-degree seeking student may be applied towards graduation should you change to a degree-seeking student.

  PLEASE NOTE: Students who apply and are admitted as a non-degree seeking student are not eligible for financial assistance through the University. Additionally, a student will not be permitted to switch to a non-degree seeking status to avoid penalties imposed by the University.

Self-Enrichment
To be admitted in this category, applicants must provide:
1 . Completed application for admission.
2. $15 nonrefundable application processing fee (this is a one-time fee required only with the initial application to MWSU).

Visiting High School Student
Students currently enrolled in high school who are seeking admittance to MWSU on a part-time basis concurrent with high school attendance must provide:
1. Completed application for admission.
2. Letter of permission from the high school counselor or principal (required each semester prior to enrollment).
3. $15 nonrefundable application processing fee (this is a one-time fee required only with the initial application to MWSU).

Visiting College Student
Students who are attending another college or university and wish to take courses at Missouri Western and then transfer the MWSU course work to the parent institution for degree applicability must provide:
1. Completed application for admission.
2. Letter of Good Standing from the parent institution which reflects the student is academically eligible.
3. $15 nonrefundable application processing fee (this is a one-time fee required only with the initial application to MWSU).

International Student Admission

Each year, Missouri Western welcomes new students from around the world to our campus and community. Please use the following information to research the requirements and services for international students:

Undergraduate Admission

Please download our International Student Admission Supplement to view the list of requirements and documentation necessary for admission to the University. You can apply for admission online by clicking "apply" on the top menu.

Graduate Admission

Please visit our Graduate Studies webpage for more information about graduate admission.

Intensive English Program (English as a Second Language)

The Intensive English Program at Missouri Western State University has been developed to offer our international students a strong foundation in the English language. This foundation will enable our international students to succeed in their chosen academic fields and become more comfortable living in the community.

Estimated International Student Expenses for 2009–10 (Undergraduates)
For the regular academic year (fall and spring semesters—nine months) at the out-of-state tuition rate:

Out-of-state Tuition and fees (12 hrs): $7,581
Room and board (University housing minimum): $5,868
Books and supplies (estimate): $800
Health and accident insurance (mandatory): $655
Personal expenses (clothing, medicine, miscellaneous): $3,096
Total expenses for nine months: $18,000

International Student Services

Please visit our International Student Services webpage for information about services available.