Non-Profit U.S. Postage Paid Maryville, MO 64468 Permit 215
FROM KANSAS CITY (2 hours; 1.5 hours from the airport)
Go south on Interstate 35 for 65 miles to the Leon, Iowa, Highway 2, exit 12. Turn right and proceed west on Highway 2 for 60 miles to Bedford, Iowa. Turn left on Iowa Highway 148 and proceed south for 20 miles to Maryville. Turn right on Highway CC, and at the intersection of U.S. Highway 71 continue straight on Business 71 and follow it into the downtown area. Turn right on Fourth Street. Follow the Bearcat paws to campus. Turn right onto University Drive where Mabel Cook Recruitment and Visitors Center is located on the right.
For up-to-date routes, visit www.nwmissouri. edu/admissions/ campusvisits/maps.htm.
FROM OMAHA/ COUNCIL BLUFFS (2 hours) Go south on Interstate 29 to Exit 110, Rock Port, Mo. Turn left onto U.S. Highway 136 (east). Follow U.S. 136 to Highway 71. Turn right onto Highway 71 and proceed south to Maryville, 18 miles. Turn right on Icon Road (look for Northwest Missouri State University directional sign) and proceed south approximately 2 miles to campus. Turn left onto College Avenue. Turn left onto University Drive where Mabel Cook Recruitment and Visitors Center is located on the right.
FROM LINCOLN (2 hours) Go east on Highway 2 through Sidney, Iowa, for 45 miles to Clarinda, Iowa. Turn right onto Highway 71 and proceed 30 miles to Maryville. Turn right on Icon Road (look for Northwest Missouri State University directional sign) and proceed south approximately 2 miles to campus. Turn left onto College Avenue. Turn left onto University Drive where Mabel Cook Recruitment and Visitors Center is located on the right.
FROM ST. LOUIS (5 hours, 30 minutes) Go west on Interstate 70 to Kansas City. Exit right onto Interstate 435 North (Des Moines). Exit left onto Interstate 29 North through St. Joseph.
Mabel Cook Recruitment and Visitors Center where your visit begins
Proceed north to Exit 56A to U.S. Highway 71. Proceed north 35 miles on U.S. 71 to Maryville. Take Business 71 into town; it becomes Main Street. Proceed on Main into the downtown area and turn left onto Fourth Street. Follow the Bearcat paws to campus. Turn right onto University Drive where Mabel Cook Recruitment and Visitors Center is located on the right.
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Interactive maps: www.nwmissouri.edu/admissions/campusvisits/maps.htm
SCHEDULE YOUR VISIT TODAY! Call 800.633.1175 OR Schedule your visit online at www.nwmissouri.edu/admission s
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800 University Drive Maryville, MO 64468-6001
FROM DES MOINES (2 hours, 30 minutes)
MARYVILLE
VISIT NORTHWEST
Mabel Cook Recruitment and Visitors Center
Go north on Interstate 29 through St. Joseph. Proceed north to Exit 56A to Highway 71. Proceed north 35 miles on Highway 71 to Maryville. Take Business 71 into town; it becomes Main Street. Proceed on Main into the downtown area and turn left onto Fourth Street. Follow the Bearcat paws to campus. Turn right onto University Drive where Mabel Cook Recruitment and Visitors Center is located on the right.
NORTHWEST MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY
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CAMPUS VISIT OPTIONS DAILY VISITS (preferred option)
SATURDAY VISITS
■■ Enjoy a 90-minute walking tour guided by a
■■ Enjoy a 90-minute walking tour, led by
Northwest Student Ambassador who shares his or her experiences about Northwest and tips for selecting a university.
■■ Explore the rich tradition and history
answer session with Admissions representatives to discuss admission, scholarships, financial assistance and housing options.
of Northwest. buildings, classrooms, dining facilities, the library and the residence halls.
■■ Destinations include: academic buildings,
■■ Academic and athletic appointments
classrooms and labs, dining facilities, the library, Student Recreation Center and the residence halls.
“The tour guides were very energetic and personable. I had a great time, and the tour confirmed my decision to attend Northwest.”
Mikaela Barnes Jefferson City, Mo.
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12:30–1 p.m. Transfer session 1–2 p.m. Optional lunch in Bearcat Food Court (50% off coupon provided)
1:30 p.m. Cheerleading/Steppers Q&A session (optional)
VIRTUAL TOUR www.nwmissouri.edu/virtualtour/ If you can’t make it to campus, check out our new virtual tour which includes 360˚ virtual
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9–9:30 a.m. Registration and Academic Fair 9:30–9:40 a.m. Northwest Welcome 9:40–10 a.m. Experience Northwest
LIMITED VISITS
Veronica H ylton Kansas Cit y, Mo.
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11:30 a.m. and provide opportunities for a question-and-answer session with Admissions representatives to discuss admission, scholarships, financial assistance and housing options.
■■ Daily tours are offered every hour, on the hour,
(50% off coupon provided)
1:30 p.m. Cheerleading/Steppers Q&A session
If you’re thinking of transferring to Northwest and are unable to tour during the week, we encourage you to attend one of our Transfer Green and White Visit Days. University staff and students are available to answer your questions about transferring to Northwest.
■■ Saturday visits begin at 10:30 and
member within your major or area of interest can be arranged, pending availability.
(5-6 families per group)
12:30–1 p.m. Financial aid session 1–2 p.m. Optional lunch in Bearcat Food Court
TRANSFER GREEN AND WHITE VISIT DAYS
are not available.
■■ If requested, an appointment with a faculty
10–10:15 a.m. Student panel 10:15–11 a.m. Academic showcase 11 a.m–12:30 p.m. Walking tour of campus
9–9:30 a.m. Registration and Academic Fair 9:30–9:40 a.m. Northwest Welcome 9:40–10 a.m. Experience Northwest
■■ Destinations include: academic
■■ Explore the rich tradition and history of Northwest.
“Both of our ambassadors were so invit ing, knowledgeab le and friendly. We really felt like you guy s rolled out the red car pet for us!”
Green and White Visit Days are designed for students who are in the early stages of the college selection process. If you are looking for a general introduction to Northwest, this visit opportunity is right for you.
a Student Ambassador who will share his or her experiences and tips for choosing a university.
■■ Each tour will allow time for a question-and-
virtual tour: w e n r u o t u altour/ Check o uri.edu/virtu o s is m w .n www
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* Computer Science Visit Day, Oct. 6 * Art Visit Day, Oct. 19
* Cheerleading/Steppers (dance squad) Visit Day, Oct. 20
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* Psychology, Sociology, Counseling, Child and Family Studies Visit Day, Nov. 1
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* Elementary Education Visit Day, Nov. 8 * Agriculture Visit Day, Nov. 15
* Cheerleading/Steppers (dance squad) Visit Day, Jan. 26
* Science Visit Day, March 9
Saturday Visits Limited Visits Green and White Visit Days/ Transfer Student Visit Days