Admissions Guide_V2

SENIOR’S GUIDE TO MSSU

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TABLE OF

CONTENTS 1. All About MSSU

12. Life on Campus

2. Explore Joplin, MO

13. An International Mission

4. School of Arts and Sciences

14. Scholarships

6. Robert W. Plaster School of Business

15. MSSU Tuition

8. School of Education

16. You’re Invited! Come Visit MSSU!

10. School of Health Sciences

17. Next Step, Join the Pride!

Let us be the first to congratulate you on seeking information about continuing your education.

Making the transition from high-school senior to college freshman is a true milestone, and we’re happy you’re interested in learning more about joining the Lion Pride family at Missouri Southern State University.

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We offer 140 different degree options through the Schools of Arts & Sciences, Business, Education and Health Sciences, as well as a growing number of graduate degree options. Our international-themed semesters and study abroad opportunities will help you develop a global perspective, while athletics, residence life and numerous student activity options create a well-rounded college experience.

WE ARE

LIONS ENROLLMENT 6,006

DIVISION II, NCAA TEAMS 15

CLASS SIZE UNDER 30 78%

NEW MATHEMATICS BUILDING $8.1 Million

STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS 70+ OUT-OF-STATE ENROLLMENT 22%

STUDENT BODY 61% Female 39% Male STUDENTS FROM 48 Countries 42 States

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Joplin is the

JOPLIN WELCOME TO

POPULATION 50,000 METRO AREA 400,000

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CULTURE Concerts, Sporting Events, Shopping, Dining, Recreation, Nightlife, Art & Culture

PARK LAND AND TRAILS 933 Acres

4th

largest metropolitan area in MO.

TRANSPORTATION Joplin Airport, Sunshine Lamp Trolley, Uber, Taxi Services, Greyhound Bus Lines

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SCHOOL OF

ARTS & SCIENCES ASSOCIATE'S PROGRAM Law Enforcement

The School of Arts & Sciences allows students to immerse themselves in areas such as art, biology, communications, criminal justice, math, music, theatre, environmental health, and physical science.

Gain invaluable, hands-on experience through KGCS-TV, KXMS radio, theater productions, a

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cadaver lab, mobile crime scene unit, and our campus newspaper, The Chart.

We foster the creative, those who challenge the status quo and strive to make new ideas a reality. mssu.edu/academics/arts-sciences

BACHELOR'S PROGRAMS Art, Graphic Design Art, Studio Art Art, Visual Art Biology, General Biology, Biotech Biology, Pre-Dentistry Biology, Pre-Medicine Biology, Pre-Pharmacy Biology, Pre-Physical Therapy Biology, Pre-Veterinary Chemistry Chemistry, Pre-Medicine Chemistry, Pre-Pharmacy Chemistry, Pre-Veterinarian Chemistry, Pre-Dental Chemistry, Pre-Optometry Biochemistry Biochemistry, Forensic Science Communication, Mass

Communication, Public Relations Criminal Justice Administration Criminal Justice, Computer Forensics English, Literary Studies English, Professional/Technical Writing Environmental Health and Safety French History International & Political Affairs Mathematics Mathematics, Computational/ CIS Music, Industry Music, Instrumental Music, Keyboard Music, Vocal Physics Physics, Pre-Engineering Social Work Sociology

YOURS TO LOSE Advanced Medical School Acceptance Program (yourstolose.mssu.edu)

CRIMINAL JUSTICE PROGRAM ranked 2nd for best school to attend (schools.com 2018)

LARGEST CADAVER LAB IN THE REGION and state-of-the-art biology and chemistry labs

THEATRE PROGRAM offers four student-run and managed shows a year

1 OF 31 SCHOOLS in the nation accredited in Environmental Health

ART STUDENTS HOST a senior exhibit in our Spiva Art Gallery

Spanish Theatre

Japanese Language Competence Juvenile Justice CERTIFICATES Latin American Studies Campaigns & Elections Legal Studies Chinese Language Math Tutor Level I & II Competence Medical Interpretation Corrections Music: Conducting Costume Technology Music: Ensemble Crime Scene Investigations Performance Criminal Investigation Music: Instruction Criminal Law Music: Jazz Studies Electronics Peace Officer Training Environmental Health & Safety Policing Environmental Occupational Public Administration Health & Safety Public/Applied History Environmental Protection Publication Design Environmental Public Health Spanish Language French Language Competence Competence Gender Studies Teaching English as a Foreign Language Homeland Security Theatre Stage Technology Illustration Theatrical Design International Politics & Diplomacy

December 2018 BFA Studio Art graduate, Jocelyn Lechuga, had one of her works accepted into ARTistas, a national, juried group exhibition of works that represent what it means to be a Hispanic/Latino in American society.

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ROBERT W. PLASTER

POINTS OF

SCHOOL OF BUSINESS

PRIDE

• IB Certification available • MAC lab for IOS apps

ASSOCIATE’S PROGRAMS CIS, Information Systems Manufacturing Engineering Technology BACHELOR’S PROGRAMS Accounting CIS, Computational Mathematics CIS, Computer Forensics, CJAD CIS, Information Technology CIS, Information Technology – Process Improvement Economics Finance General Business Industrial Engineering Technology International Business Logistics & Transportation Management Management, Human Resources Marketing

CERTIFICATES Automation CNC Operator Continuous Process Improvement Entrepreneurial Operations Entrepreneurial Planning & Management Management Specialist Quality Technician Six Sigma Black Belt Six Sigma Green Belt GRADUATE PROGRAMS Master of Accountancy Master of Science, Management

Human Resources Management

• Accounting majors can apply for fast track option to receive their Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in five years • Receive real-world experience in our Edward Jones Investment Center • Renovated auditorium and student lobby area • Students competing in CDeca and PBL have received national titles and top 10 rankings

The goal in the Robert W. Plaster School of Business is to develop our students’ intellectual, personal and professional qualities that will prepare them to take leadership roles in a complex business environment.

The school has built a strong relationship with the regional business community, giving students the chance to interact and network with a variety of

business leaders and gain practical experience before ever stepping foot in the job market.

We see every challenge as an opportunity to lead, innovate and succeed. mssu.edu/academics/business

IET FACTS

1 OF 11 SCHOOLS in the nation ABET accredited

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STUDENTS PRODUCE a product and work with at least five companies before graduation

“I believe it has a broad scope of application. Any business process that needs to be made more efficient can benefit from the core principles of the IET program, not just assembly lines and manufacturing. The student that enters a business as someone that can produce results in efficiency and add value to the bottom line will have the opportunity to grow in the business.“ - James Neatherry, IET alumni

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SCHOOL OF

EDUCATION

“I chose the Missouri Southern Teacher Education

ALL PSYCHOLOGY FACULTY have received their PhDs

program because it has a great reputation for creating incredible teachers.”

- Jordan McNeill, Elementary Education

GRADUATES IN KINESIOLOGY have high acceptance and completion rates in graduate school

100% OF GRADUATES in Special Education are hired after graduation

POINTS OF

PRIDE

• Observation courses in Teacher Education begin freshman year

BACHELOR’S PROGRAMS Health Promotion and Wellness Psychology Teacher Education

K-12, Art

K-12, French

K-12, Music Instrumental

K-12 Music Vocal

K-12, Physical Education

K-12, Spanish

Elem, Early Childhood

Elem, Special Education

Elem, ELL English Language Learner

Middle Sch, English

Middle Sch, Mathematics

Middle Sch, Science

Middle Sch, Social Studies

Secondary, Biology

Secondary, Business

Secondary, Chemistry

Secondary, English

Secondary, History Secondary, Mathematics Secondary, Physics Secondary, Political Science Secondary, Sociology Secondary, Speech/Theatre CERTIFICATES Clinical Psychology Coaching Developmental Psychology Exercise Science Population Health GRADUATE PROGRAMS Master of Science in Education, Administration Master of Science in Education, Curriculum and Instruction

• Partnership with Head Start • Psychology students can study in our human behavior lab or animal behavior lab • Kinesiology students have the opportunity to compete at a research symposium

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The School of Education at Missouri Southern offers a personal experience for our students.

classroom leaders, and it’s a responsibility we do not take lightly.

From helping a teacher education major create their first lesson plan, critiquing a psychology major on their first experiment or assisting a kinesiology major in developing critical coaching skills, we’ll be there each step of the way. Today’s students are tomorrow’s

We share your passion to inspire and to make a difference in the lives of others. mssu.edu/academics/education

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SCHOOL OF

POINTS OF

HEALTH SCIENCES

PRIDE

• Radiology graduates have had a 1st time passing rate of 100% since 2002 ASSOCIATE’S PROGRAMS Dental Hygiene Radiologic Technology Respiratory Therapy

BACHELOR’S PROGRAMS Healthcare Administration Health Science, Dental Hygiene Health Science, Paramedic Health Science, Radiologic Technology Health Science, Respiratory Therapy Medical Laboratory Science Nursing

• Radiology students start clincials after 1st semester

CERTIFICATES Advanced Practice Para-medicine Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic

• EMT offers an immersive environment • Nursing graduates have a 100% job placement rate • Dental Hygiene offers an on-site, fully functioning clinic • Respiratory Therapy students utilize our on-campus simulation lab

Making a positive difference in the public’s health and quality of life is a true calling, and the School of Health Sciences is ready to create students who are fully equipped to succeed.

Whether it’s in the nursing, EMT, dentistry, radiology, respiratory care or medical laboratory science fields, you’ll learn critical, independent thinking, gain hands-

RESPIRATORY THERAPY STUDENTS are in clincials by 2nd semester

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RADIOLOGY GRADUATES have a 100% job placement rate

NURSING GRADUATES have a 89% first time passing rate on NCLEX exam

DENTAL HYGIENE PROGRAM has a 100% passing national exam rate

BSN COMPLETION is available online for nursing students

on experience, and the skills to operate as part of a patient-centered, multidisciplinary team.

We have a passion for serving others and creating leaders throughout the healthcare industry. mssu.edu/academics/health-sciences

“There are many reasons why I chose a bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration at MSSU, but the main reason would have to be that I was in love with two separate degrees; business and patient care.”

- Paige Schafer, Healthcare Administration

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“I now have the opportunity to improve my Spanish by studying in Coquimbo, Chile, for a semester. While I’m there, I will be taking classes in marine biology.”

DORM OPTIONS Traditional 1 room, 2 students

CAMPUS LIFE ON

residencelife.mssu.edu

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RECREATION CENTER 71,000 sq. ft. gym 1,000+ Intramural student involvement

GREEK LIFE 2 Fraternities 2 Sororities

Apartment 2 rooms, 4 students Suites 2 rooms, 4 students

- Lexa Curtis

Quads 4 rooms, 4 students AVERAGE ROOM AND BOARD $6,962

WORLD TRAVEL THE

AN INTERNATIONAL MISSION For more than 25 years, an international approach to education has been a major emphasis at Missouri Southern.

The university’s award-winning themed semesters are observed each fall, offering a wide variety of culture-enriching events ranging from films and guest speakers to food and a Common Reader program.

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STUDY ABROAD

3,400 MSSU students have studied abroad

MOST VISITED COUNTRIES Germany United Kingdom Sweden Belize South Korea

PARTNER SCHOOLS

16 partner schools around the world

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QUALIFY FOR SCHOLARSHIPS,

SAVE MONEY

LION PRIDE TERRITORY

Residents from any green state shown here automatically qualify for In-State Tuition!

mssu.edu/scholarships

FRESHMEN SCHOLARSHIPS

TRANSFER SCHOLARSHIPS

COMPETITIVE HONORS PROGRAM SCHOLARSHIPS

COMPETITIVE SCHOLARSHIPS

Presidential $1,750 per year

Phi Theta Kappa $1,000 per year

Evans Fellowship $11,600 per year

Foundation Varies from $400 to $7,000

A+ Leadership $1,000 per year

A+ scholarship can be stacked with Presidential or Excellence, merit based scholarships.

No application necessary

Board of Governors Transfer Scholarship $1,500 per year

$6,000 per year (in-state) $12,000 per year (out-of-state)

University Academic Transfer Scholarship $1,000 per year

Honors Scholarship $3,500 per year

Phi Theta Kappa is stackable with Board of Governors Transfer scholarship.

Application deadlines fall: February 15th spring: November 15th

Application required for transfer scholarships.

ONE YEAR AT MSSU

IN-STATE/LION PRIDE TUITION

Application deadline December 15th each year.

OUT-OF-STATE

$242.96

$485.92

ANNUAL TUITION

$7,288.80

$14,577.60

PER CREDIT HOUR

Evans Scholarship Excellence $1,300 per year

ESTIMATED COST FOR

ROOM AND BOARD $6,410

$6,410

FEES $0 $0 BOOK RENTAL

$420 $420

ANNUAL COST OF ATTENDANCE

$14,118.80

$21,407.60

*Estimated cost based on 2019-2020 rates; a student being enrolled full-time, 30 credit hours a year; and living in a traditional double room with 23 meals per week.

mssu.edu/honors

FAFSA To receive federal, state or university aid, students must first submit their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Apply online at fafsa.ed.gov.

Deadlines

Fall: Feb. 1 | Spring: Nov. 1 Use the following School Code when applying: 002488

For more information, contact the Financial Aid Office at 417-625-9325 or email FinAid@mssu.edu.

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YOU’RE INVITED!

COME VISIT MSSU

NEXT STEP,

JOIN THE PRIDE! WANT TO BECOME A LION? Freshmen: *You need one of the following:

TOUR DATES MON

TUES

WED

THUR

FRI

9:30 am

9:00 am

9:30 am

9:00 am

9:30 am

1:00 pm

1:00 pm

1:00 pm

1:00 pm

*Tour dates subject to change; Based on availability and weather

REGISTER FOR YOUR TOUR! mssu.edu/campus-tours | tours@mssu.edu | 417-625-9364

Transfer: *You need both of the following:

• ACT composite score of 21 (or) 1060 SAT

• 2.0 cumulative GPA (and)

• Cumulative GPA of 2.25 (or)

• Be in good standing

• Top 50% of your graduating class

APPLY NOW!

NOW ACCEPTING

Apply online at mssu.edu/admissions and complete the checklist below.

Submit a $30 one-time application fee

JOIN THE PRIDE - FALL 2019 Oct. 5th, 2019 (Saturday) Oct. 25th, 2019 Nov. 1st, 2019 Nov. 9th, 2019 (Saturday)

SHOW-ME MOSO - SPRING 2020 Feb. 14th, 2020 Feb. 29th, 2020 (Saturday) March 7th, 2020 (Saturday) March 13th, 2020

Request official transcripts and ACT/SAT scores be sent to MSSU FAX: 417-659-4429 MAIL: Attention: MSSU Admissions, 3950 E. Newman Road, Joplin, MO 64801 Visit campus! Register for a tour at mssu.edu/campus-tours Apply for scholarships at mssu.edu/scholarships Submit your FAFSA PRIORITY DATES: Applying for Fall | Feb 1st Applying for Spring | Nov 1st Fafsa.ed.gov | MSSU School Code: 002488 Enrollment Orientation: Register for a Southern Welcome day to enroll in classes ONLINE: mssu.edu/southern-welcome CALL: First Year Experience | 417-625-9731 Once accepted, remember to fill out your Residence Life application starting March 1 through LioNet to live on campus!

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WE WANT TO HEAR FROM

YOU!

ADMISSIONS OFFICE 417-625-9378 MSSU.edu/admissions admissions@mssu.edu

FINANCIAL AID OFFICE 417-625-9325 MSSU.edu/financial-aid FinAid@mssu.edu

3950 E NEWMAN RD. JOPLIN, MO 64801

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