 Missouri Western State University is a learning community that emphasizes applied learning and service to the region. A public, state-supported institution, the University provides a blend of traditional liberal arts and sciences and career-oriented associate and baccalaureate degree programs. Western approaches its fourth decade as an open access and high quality student outcomes institution with an enrollment of about 5,000 students and over 190 faculty members. A beautifully landscaped campus complements contemporary institutional and recreational facilities. The campus consists of 11 major buildings and a student-housing complex located on 744 acres. |
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 The historic city of
St. Joseph, Missouri, has a population of more than 70,000 and is located in the rolling hills 50 miles north of
Kansas City. The community has significant recreational, cultural and health resources while the cost-of-living is below national average, especially housing costs.
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