International Admissions Guide

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I N T E R N AT I O N A L ADMISSIONS GUIDE

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LET US BE THE FIRST TO WELCOME YOU Congratulations on seeking information about continuing your education!

Join nearly 6,000 fellow students on a 373-acre campus in Joplin, Missouri, in the United States.

We offer more than 140 majors to choose from between four schools: College of Health Sciences, College of Education, Robert W. Plaster College of Business, and College of Arts & Sciences. A growing number of graduate programs enables students to continue their education at Missouri Southern State University.

Missouri Southern is home to students from over 40 different countries. We also offer award-winning themed semesters, so all students can experience a global education.

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1. All About MSSU 2. Explore Joplin, MO 4. College of Arts & Sciences 6. Robert W. Plaster College of Business 8. College of Education 10. College of Health Sciences 12. Life on Campus 13. Residence Halls 14. Scholarships 15. Tuition 17. How to Join the Pride

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JOPLIN WELCO M E

POPULATION 50,000 METRO AREA 200,000

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

PARK LAND AND TRAILS 933 Acres

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

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Joplin is the

4th

largest metropolitan area in MO

MSSU CAMPUS

ENROLLMENT 5,604 CLASS SIZE UNDER 30 81%

DIVISION II, NCAA TEAMS 15

STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS 70+

STUDENT BODY 61% Female 39% Male

OUT-OF-STATE ENROLLMENT 25%

STUDENTS FROM 41 Countries 42 States

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ARTS & SCIENCES CO LLEG E

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ART AND DESIGN M U S I C / T H E AT R E ART STUDENTS HOST a senior exhibit in our Spiva Art Gallery

Art, Design Art Illustration+ Art Publication Design+ Art, Studio Art, Visual Music+ Music Conducting + Music Elective Outside Field Music Ensemble Performance+ Music Industry + Music Instruction + Music: Instrumental Performance Music Jazz Studies+ Music: Keyboard Performance Music: Vocal Performance Musical Theatre Arts Admin & Leadership+ Costume Technology+ Theatre Performance Theatre Production Theatre Stage Technology+ Theatrical Design+

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BIOLOGY / PHYSICS CHEMISTRY / E N V I R O N M E N TA L Biology, General Biology, Pre-Med “Yours to Lose” Biology, Pre-Prof-Dentistry Biology, Pre-Prof-Medicine Biology, Pre-Prof-Optometry Biology, Pre-Prof-Pharmacy Biology, Pre-Prof-Veterinary Biology-Biotech, Mic, Gen Biology-Ecol, Mar, Cons Biology-Phys/Occup Thpy YOURS TO LOSE Advanced Medical School Acceptance Program (yourstolose.mssu.edu)

Electronics+ Medical Interpretation+ Physics Physics, Engineering Unmanned Aircraft Systems+ LARGEST CADAVER LAB IN THE REGION and state-of-the-art biology and chemistry labs

Chem-Biochemistry Chem-Forensic Science

Chem-Health Professional Chemical Lab Sciences+ Chemistry Chemistry, Pre-Dental Chemistry, Pre-Medicine Chemistry, Pre-Optometry Chemistry, Pre-Pharmacy Chemistry, Pre-Veterinarian Medical Laboratory Science 1 OF 31 SCHOOLS in the nation accredited in Environmental Health

EHS General Emphasis+ EHS Environmental Public Health + EHS Occupational Health & Safety+ Environmental Health & Safety EHS Environmental Protection +

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

Corrections+ Crime Scene Investigations+ Criminal Investigations+ Criminal Justice

Criminal Justice, Ad-Computer Forensics/CIS Criminal Law+ Homeland Security+ Juvenile Justice+ Law Enforcement* Peace Officer Training+ Policing+

ENGLISH / MODERN L A N G UAG E / C O M M U N I C AT I O N

P O L I T I C A L A F FA I R S A N D L AW

Creative Writing+

Campaigns & Elections+ International Politics & Diplomacy+ IPA Geog. & Env. Affairs IPA Global Cultural Studies IPA International Affairs IPA Legal Affairs IPA Political Affairs Legal Studies+ Political Communication+ Public Administration+

HISTORY / SOCIOLOGY Gender Studies+ History Public Applied History+ Social Work Sociology

THE CHART has been a studentrun publication since 1939 and is a College Publications Hall of Fame member.

English, Literary Studies English, Professional/Technical Writing Chinese+ French French+ Japanese+ Latin American Studies+ Linguistics+ Spanish Spanish+ Teaching English as a Foreign Language+ Communication, Mass Communication, Public Relations

M AT H E M AT I C S Computational Math/CIS Math Tutor Level I & II+ Mathematics

Bachelor’s Degree unless marked | *Associate Degree | **Graduate Degree | +Certificate

We foster the creative, those who challenge the status quo and strive to make new ideas a reality.

Gain invaluable, handson experience through KGCS-TV, KXMS radio, theater productions, a cadaver lab, mobile crime scene unit, and our campus newspaper, The Chart. mssu.edu/academics/arts-sciences

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RO B E R T W. PL A S TE R CO LLEG E O F

BUSINESS B U S I N E S S / M A N AG E M E N T

ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY / LOGISTICS

The online MASTER OF SCIENCE IN MANAGEMENT program can be completed in one year with 8-week courses

1 OF 9 SCHOOLS in the nation ABET accredited

Accounting Finance General Business International Business Master of Accountancy

Automation+ Continuous Process Improvement+ Industrial Engineering Technology Manufacturing Engineering Technology*

Human Resource Management Management Management Specialist+ Master of Science, Management - Human Resources** (online only) Master of Science, Management** (online only)

C O M P U T E R I N F O R M AT I O N SYSTEMS

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CIS students get hands-on experience writing, developing, implementing software

CIS, Computational Mathematics CIS, Computer Forensics, CJAD CIS, Information Systems* CIS, Information Technology

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Logistics

MARKETING / ENTREPRENEURIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP CLUB hosts an annual product or service pitch competition

Marketing Entrepreneurial Operations+ Entrepreneurial Planning & Management+ Six Sigma Black Belt+ Six Sigma Green Belt+

Bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Degree unless marked | *Associate Degree | **Graduate Degree | +Certificate

The goal in the Robert W. Plaster College of Business is to develop our studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; intellectual, personal and professional qualities that will prepare them to take leadership roles in a complex business environment.

The college 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

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CO LLEG E

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EDUCATION T E AC H E R E D U C AT I O N

KINESIOLOGY

100% OF GRADUATES in Special Education are hired after graduation

KINESIOLOGY STUDENTS have the opportunity to compete at a research symposium

K-12, Art K-12, French K-12, Music Education, Instrumental K-12, Music Education, Vocal K-12, Physical Education K-12, Spanish Elem Ed (1-6) & ELL (K-12) Elem Ed (1-6) Sp Ed (K-12) Elem Ed Early Childhood (Birth-3) Master of Science in Education, Administration ** Master of Science in Education, Curriculum and Instruction ** Middle Sch-Comm Arts/Eng (5-9) Middle Sch-Math (5-9) Middle Sch-Science (5-9) Middle Sch-Soc Studies (5-9) Secondary, Biology Secondary, Business Secondary, Chemistry Secondary, English Secondary, Math Secondary, Physics Secondary, Social Science/ Option 1 (History)

Social Science/Option 2 (IPA) Secondary, Speech & Drama Theatre/Speech Education

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Coaching+ Exercise Science+ Health Promotion & Wellness Population Health+

P S YC H O L O G Y PSYCHOLOGY STUDENTS can study in our human behavior or animal behavior labs

Autism Spectrum Disorder+ Clinical Psychology+ Developmental Psychology+ Psychology

Bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Degree unless marked | *Associate Degree | **Graduate Degree | +Certificate

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

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

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

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HEALTH SCIENCES CO LLEG E

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D E N TA L H YG I E N E

NURSING

DENTAL HYGIENE offers an on-site, fully functioning clinic

Dental Hygiene* Health Science, Dental Hygiene

R E S P I R AT O R Y T H E R A P Y RESPIRATORY THERAPY students utilize our oncampus simulation lab

Health Science, Respiratory Therapy Respiratory Therapy*

R ADIOLOGY TECHNOLOGY RADIOLOGY GRADUATES have had a 1st time passing rate of 100% since 2002

Health Science-Rad Tech Radiologic Technology*

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NURSING GRADUATES have a 90% first-time pass rate on NCLEX (Spring 2020)

Nursing

H E A LT H C A R E

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$1 MILLION donated in scholarships for Healthcare Administration majors

Healthcare Administration Healthcare Business+

PA R A M E D I C & E M E R G E N C Y MEDICAL TECHNICIAN 1 of 25 EMS PROGRAMS offered in the US

Advanced EMT+ Advanced Practice Paramedic+ Emergency Medical Technician+ Firefighter+ Health Science-Paramedic Paramedic+

Bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Degree unless marked | *Associate Degree | **Graduate Degree | +Certificate

Making a positive difference in the public’s health and quality of life is a true calling. The College 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 healthcare administration fields, you’ll learn critical independent thinking, gain hands-on experience, and the skills to operate as part of a patientcentered, multidisciplinary team.

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

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LIFE ON

CAMPUS RECREATION CENTER

15 DII, MIAA athletic teams mssulions.com

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

GREEK LIFE

3 Fraternities 2 Sororities

Coming Fall 2021 Lion Village *Traditional double and suite-style rooms

ON-CAMPUS HOUSING

residencelife.mssu.edu

TR ADITIONAL DOUBLES

T R A D I T I O N A L P R I VAT E

A PA R T M E N T S

Our traditional-style dorm rooms include two twin XL beds (adjustable height), two twin XL mattresses, two wardrobes and desks, two desk chairs, and a small dresser. Each building wing has its own bathrooms with individual showers for residents to use.

Traditional private rooms include the same amenities as a double with the exception of one less bed/mattress/desk/desk chair. Blaine Hall is the traditional-style male building and McCormick Hall is the traditional-style female building.

All apartment units are furnished with a carpeted living room and bedrooms, refrigerator and microwave, kitchenette and one bathroom. Each unit has two bedrooms housing a total of four students. Living rooms include full-size couch, two lounge chairs, and three multi-use tables.

Let Missouri Southern be your home away from home!

Living on campus gives students the opportunity to make new friends while enjoying plenty of extra perks.

SUITES

Q UA D S

East Hall suites are furnished with a carpeted living room and bedrooms, refrigerator and microwave, and two bathrooms. Each unit has two bedrooms housing a total of four students. Living rooms include a full-size couch, two lounge chairs, and three multiuse tables.

This style of housing features a kitchen with a full-size refrigerator, stove, microwave, sink, dining bar with bar stools, trash can and cabinet space. In the quads, you will get your own individual bedroom and bathroom, which are accessible by a touch screen door panel.

HOUSING COSTS 2020 - 2021

• Short walk to campus • Convenient access to 71,000-square-foot Beimdieck Recreation Center • WiFi and cable included • Buffet-style meals in the student dining hall

ROOM + WEEKLY MEAL PLAN

Option A 23 Meals

Option B 15 Meals

Option C 10 Meals

Option D 5 Meals

Traditional Doubles

$6,476

$6,276

$6,092

$5,920

• Weekly events on-campus

Apartments

$7,056

$6,856

$6,672

$6,500

Traditional Private

$7,256

$7,056

$6,872

$6,700

Suites

$7,560

$7,360

$7,176

$7,004

• Indoor/outdoor movies, comedians, game nights, intramurals, and more!

Quads

$8,178

$7,978

$7,794

$7,622

• Free laundry facilities

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SAVE MONEY QUALI F Y

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SCH O L A R SH I P S,

FRESHMAN SCHOLARSHIPS 980

SAT / ACT

1020 1050 1090 1120 1150 1190 1220 1250 1290 1320 1350 1380 1410 1440 1480 1520 1560 1600

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HONORS GPA

PREMIER GOLD

$5,000

$3,500

GREEN $2,000

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Green

Gold

$2,000 per year (merit based)

$3,500 per year (merit based)

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Premier OR

$5,000 per year (merit based)

A+ Leadership PLUS

$1,000 per year (A+ qualified and new freshman) Stackable with either Green, Gold, or Premier Scholarship *Premier can be chosen in place of Honors

COMPETITIVE SCHOLARSHIPS

TRANSFER SCHOLARSHIPS $1,000 per year (Renewable if eligible) Phi Theta Kappa

3.75 GPA and a current member of PTK *Stackable with Board of Governors Transfer scholarship

Board of Governors Transfer Scholarship

$1,500 per year (Renewable if eligible)

University Academic Transfer Scholarship

$1,000 per year (Renewable if eligible)

3.5 GPA and 42 Transfer hours

Foundation

Performance

Athletics

Honors 3.25 GPA and 24 Transfer hours

$400 - $7,000 (Application deadline is Dec. 15th) mssu.edu/foundation-scholarships

Award amount and qualifications vary. Available in Accounting, Art, Communications, Modern Languages, Music, Theatre.

Recruitment form at mssulions.com $3,500 per year (Application deadlines fall: February 15th spring: November 15th) mssu.edu/honors

ESTIMATED COST OF TUITION (1 YEAR) Out-of-state Per Credit Hour

$498

Annual Tuition

$14,940

Health Insurance and Book Rentals

$1,750

Average Room and Board

$7,110

Annual Cost of Attendance

$23,800

*Estimated cost on 2020-2021 rates; a student being enrolled full-time, 30 credit hours a year. *Insurance cost is subject to change. *Tuition per credit hour is $498, and international students must take at least 12 credit hours per semester to maintain their visa status. On the I-20, the amount of financial support required is $23,934, which includes miscellaneous personal expenses. However, your actual expenses may be more or less than that amount, depending on your personal choices.

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Joplin, Missouri

1. Chicago, Illinois

(9 hours)

8. Kansas City, Missouri

(3 hours)

2. New York, New York

(19 hours)

9. Las Vegas, Nevada

(20 hours)

3. Atlanta, Georgia

(11 hours)

10. Los Angeles, California

(24 hours)

4. Miami, Florida

(21 hours)

11. San Francisco, California

(29 hours)

5. New Orleans, Louisiana

(11 hours)

12. Portland, Oregon

(29 hours)

6. Nashville, Tennessee

(8 hours)

13. Seattle, Washington

(30 hours)

7. Dallas, Texas

(6 hours)

14. Denver, Colorado

(11 hours)

*Hours based on travel by car

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N E X T

S T E P,

JOIN THE PRIDE FRESHMEN:

*Must meet one of the following: • 21 ACT composite score (or) 1060 SAT • 2.25 cumulative GPA • Top 50% of your graduating class TRANSFER:

*Must meet both of the following: • 2.0 cumulative GPA (and) • Be in good standing with previously attended college/university

Must have a TOEFL (iBT) score of 68 with 25 in writing, IELTS score of 6.0 with 5.5 in writing and no sub-score below 5.0, iTEP score of 4.0 or an MEPT score of 85. *Students with a TOEFL writing score below 25 will be required to take an additional placement exam on-campus.

If transferring from a U.S. institution and completed English Comp I and II with a grade of C or higher, this requirement is waived.

Email international@mssu.edu for more information.

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

Submit a $60 one-time application fee (Must be paid before being accepted) Request official transcripts from previous high school or university studies (University transcripts must be evaluated through a recognized, credential organization) *AS and A-Level exams are acceptable as college credit with a minimum grade of C *WAEC, CBSE or CISCE exam scores can also be used for admission A copy of the identification page in your passport Proof of finances (Such as a bank statement showing enough funds to cover one year at MSSU) Once accepted, remember to fill out your Residence Life application starting the first business day in March through LioNet to live on campus!

A P P L I C AT I O N D E A D L I N E S

WE ACCEPT

Fall: July 1st | Spring: December 1st | Summer: May 1st *ACT & SAT not required, but recommended for scholarships

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3950 E. NEWMAN RD. JOPLIN, MO 64801

@mssuinternationaladmissions

INTERNATIONAL ADMISSIONS OFFICE & STUDENT SERVICES

417-625-9378 | MSSU.edu/international-admissions | international@mssu.edu

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