Students who have earned the Missouri Distinguished Seal of Biliteracy will receive 12 hours of credit for Elementary I, Elementary II, Intermediate I and Intermediate II, depending upon the designated foreign language.
Next Steps for Freshman Students
Welcome to Missouri Western, where everything is possible. You’ve made it! Now what? Below you will find a list of important “next steps.” If you still have questions, call the Office of Admissions at (816) 271-4266 or email us at admissions@missouriwestern.edu.
Your Next Steps:
| Immediately | Take a selfie with your acceptance folder – Post it to Twitter @MWSUadmissions with #GoGriffs – Record your happy dance on Snapchat and share it with us: missouriwestern |
| Immediately | Visit campus if you haven’t already |
| Immediately | Activate your Goldlink student portal – Begin checking student email at least once a week |
| Immediately | Get ready to complete the FAFSA by setting up your FSA ID – One of your parents (if applicable) must also create an ID |
| Oct. – Feb. 1 | Complete the FAFSA – Missouri Western school code: 002490 |
| Oct. – Feb. 1 | Complete the competitive scholarship application |
| Beginning Nov. 1 | Submit your housing application and $50 application fee or first-year waiver |
| Beginning Nov. 1 | Complete the state-mandated electronic tuberculosis screening questionnaire |
| Beginning Nov. 1 | Submit your health and immunization paperwork – Submit prior to moving into residence halls |
| Beginning mid-Dec. | Check the status of your financial aid application – Take action on any outstanding requirements |
| Beginning mid-Dec. | Review and accept your financial aid awards |
| Feb. 1 |
Confirm your enrollment by signing up for Griffon Orientation |
| Immediately | Request copies of your final transcripts to be sent to: Missouri Western State University Office of Admissions 4525 Downs Drive St. Joseph, MO 64507 |
| June or July | Attend Griffon Orientation |