Admissions Guide 2017

FIRST THING’S FIRST!

MOSO CHECK

LIST:

1. Apply online at mssu.edu/admissions Check if you are admissible on page 7

2. Submit the $25 one-time application fee ($50 for international students) 3. Request official transcripts and ACT/SAT scores be sent to MSSU by fax: 417-659-4429 or by mail: MSSU Admissions 3950 E. Newman Road, Joplin, MO 64801 4. Acceptance Be on the lookout for your emailed and mailed letter!

5. Visit campus! Register for a campus tour at mssu.edu/campus-tours 6. Apply for scholarships! mssu.edu/scholarships 7. Complete and submit your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Priority dates: Applying for Fall - February 1st Applying for Spring - November 1st fafsa.ed.gov | MSSU School Code: 002488 8. Register for Southern Welcome to enroll on campus!

Register online: mssu.edu/southern-welcome or call First Year Experience at 417-625-9731

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9. Once accepted, don’t forget to fill out your Residence Life application through LioNet to live on campus!

MOSO FAST FACTS MORE THAN

Students from

80

42/50 states

6,231

Enrolled Students

(Fall 2016)

85%

of MOSO first-time, full-time students receive financial assistance

Student organizations

58%

Average class size of

42%

students

20

Students from

40

countries

Let us be the first to congratulate you on seeking information about continuing your education! We would also like to thank you for your interest in Missouri Southern State University.

We are an accredited university dedicated to the future of our students. We offer 140 different degree options in Arts & Sciences, Business Administration, Education and Health Sciences.

TABLE OF CONTENTS Lion Pride Tuition Want to Become A Lion?

What You Need to Do Dates to Remember The Best Academics for the Best Price Scholarships & Financial Aid List of Degrees School of Arts & Sciences The Robert W. Plaster School of Business School of Education School of Health Sciences Residence Life International Opportunities Explore Joplin

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Athletics

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WHY

they chose MISSOURI SOUTHERN MICHAEL FLATER Fort Scott, KS “I chose Missouri Southern because it is affordable and I could see the opportunities that I could accomplish here compared to other colleges. The instructors are helpful, friendly, and their open office hours make it convenient to ask for help on homework or advice. I’ve made more friends and colleagues here than I thought I would. Missouri Southern was the best ‘next step’ for my education.”

ISABELLA GAWLIK Bartlesville, OK

IF YOU LIVE IN THE GREEN AND GOLD THEN YOU WILL RECEIVE OUR IN-STATE TUITION! Our Lion Pride Tuition assists those students living outside of Missouri in either ARKANSAS, ILLINOIS, IOWA, KANSAS, KENTUCKY, NEBRASKA, OKLAHOMA, TENNESSEE or TEXAS by giving them our in-state tuition rate!

Once admitted, Lion Pride residents not only recieve in-state tuition but, if qualified, have the opportunity to receive scholarships as well.

Visit mssu.edu/admissions to learn how affordable MSSU can be!

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“The option of attending Missouri Southern was brought to my attention due to its education program. With it being an out-of-state university, I immediately thought of the problems I could meet financially. Discovering Lion Pride Tuition was a huge relief and was the key to me ultimately choosing Southern to further my education.”

ARMONTA AKERS Chicago, IL “I chose Southern for multiple reasons. The Lion Pride in-state tuition helps tremendously. This allows me to be an out-of-state student but pay an in-state price. This is an uncommon luxury that many colleges and universities don’t have. I also chose Southern because it has a peaceful, calm environment which allows me to stay focused and get work done. Lastly, the staff goes beyond measures to make sure we succeed.”

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WANT TO BECOME A LION?

HERE’S THE FIRST STEP! FRESHMAN

TRANSFER

INTERNATIONAL

*You need one of the following:

*You need both of the following:

* You need all of the following:

• Be in the top 50% of your graduating class or

• Have a 2.0 cumulative GPA on all transferable credit

• Have a cumulative GPA of 2.25 or higher or

• Be in good standing with all previous institutions

• Have a 2.25 high school GPA for freshmen or 2.0 university GPA for transfers

Admissions requirements:

Admissions requirements:

• Have an ACT composite score of 21 or higher

Admissions requirements:

• Have a TOEFL (iBT) score of 68 with 25 in writing, or other proof of English proficiency Contact International@mssu.edu for more info.

READY TO APPLY?

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

Freshman: 1. Pay the $25 one-time, non-refundable application fee online or on campus at the Bursar’s office 2. Provide MSSU with an official high-school transcript indicating cumulative GPA and class rank 3. Provide ACT or SAT scores (if you are 21 years or older this does not apply)

Transfer: 1. Pay the $25 one-time, non-refundable application fee online or on campus at the Bursar’s office 2. Provide MSSU with official transcripts from each previously attended college or university

International: 1. Fill out the Online International Student Application 2. Pay the application fee of $50 USD 3. Provide MSSU with your transcripts or transcript evaluations 4. Send us your TOEFL scores or other proof of English language proficiency (Students without the required English Proficiency can enter our International English Program.)

5. Send us a copy of the photo page in your passport 6. Send us your proof of finances, showing your ability to pay for one year at MSSU *Contact International@mssu.edu for more information 6

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SEPTEMBER:

MARCH:

• Apply early for admission and scholarships: mssu.edu/admissions • Schedule a campus visit: mssu.edu/campus-tours • Criminal Justice Discovery Day, Sept. 29th

• Fill out your MSSU residence hall housing contract and pay your deposit at mssu.edu/residence-life • March 1st priority date for Foundation scholarships (late applications will be considered) mssu.edu/scholarships • Click on “Foundation Scholarships” and apply online

OCTOBER: • Start filing for FAFSA, seniors and transfers!

• Go to fafsa.ed.gov and use the IRS Data Retrieval tool for a quick and seamless process.

MSSU School Code: 002488 • Teacher Education Discovery Day, Oct. 6th • Honors Discovery Day, Oct. 13th NOVEMBER: • Health Professions Discovery Day, Nov. 3rd • See what we’re up to on social media: Twitter: @mosolions Facebook: Missouri Southern State University Instagram: @mosolions

APRIL: • Attend a Southern Welcome Orientation day to enroll in classes (the earlier the date you choose, the better your schedule options will be!)

• Visit mssu.edu/southern-welcome or call First Year Experience at 417-625-9731 • Engineering Technology Discovery Day, Apr. 6th • Junior Discovery Day, April 27th JUNE/JULY: • Attend a Southern Welcome Orientation Day

JANUARY:

AUGUST:

• Spring semester begins • Scholarship check: Make sure you have started applying for scholarships mssu.edu/scholarships

• On-campus residents may move in Thursday before classes start • Check online to find official date • Fall semester begins

FEBRUARY: • Priority deadline for FAFSA, Feb. 1st • Fine Arts Discovery Day, Feb. 2nd • Future Lions Discovery Day, Feb. 9th 8

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THE BEST ACADEMICS FOR THE BEST PRICE ONE YEAR AT MSSU WILL COST: Missouri & Lion Pride Tuition Residents

NonResidents

Standard Tuition

$5,501

$11,002

Required Campus Fees

$566

$566

Room and Board

$6,314

$6,314

Book Rental Fees

$420

$420

TOTAL

$12,801

$18,302

*Estimated cost based on a student being enrolled full time, 15 credit hours per semester, 30 credit hours per academic year, and living in a traditional double room with 23 meals per week.

(Subject to change based on year of attendance)

“Going in as a freshman I didn’t know much about the financial aid process, but the office at MSSU was so friendly and helpful I was able to get my FAFSA done on time and take care of everything I needed. I now work in the office as a student employee and have for the past two years. This has made me realize just how important it is for students to complete all the documents on time in order to maximize on the amount of finances available to them. I love being able to work with the Financial Aid office to help other students get prepared and learn more about how to pay for college.”

- Josh Allmon Junior, Communications Major

PRESIDENTIAL AND EXCELLENCE ELIGIBLITY CHARTS

SCHOLARSHIPS & FINANCIAL AID

WHAT IS FAFSA?

All FRESHMAN scholarships are renewable up to 8 consecutive semesters if criteria are met.

All TRANSFER scholarships are renewable up to 6 consecutive semesters if criteria are met.

FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is the first step to getting financial assistance for your education at MSSU. It’s very important to fill out the FAFSA prior to our preferred deadlines if you want to receive federal, state or university aid.

*All scholarship recipients will be required to submit a FAFSA.

Use your class rank or GPA along with your ACT/SAT score to find out which scholarship you qualify for!

Midwest Student Exchange

Transfer Scholarships

WHO’S ELIGIBLE:

Presidential Scholarship - $1,750

Students who are admissible (freshman or transfer) from Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, North Dakota, Ohio or Wisconsin.

PHI THETA KAPPA (PTK) TRANSFER SCHOLARSHIP

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Class Rank Top 3% of class Top 10% of class Top 16% of class Top 22% of class Top 26% of class Top 30% of class Top 33% of class Top 36% of class Top 37% of class Top 38% of class Top 39% of class

GPA 3.93 3.79 3.67 3.52 3.44 3.36 3.25 3.14 3.11 3.07 3.05

SAT (CR + M) 1020-1050 1060-1080 1090-1120 1130-1160 1170-1200 1210-1230 1240-1270 1280-1310 1320-1350 1360-1400 1410-1600

Excellence Scholarship - $1,300 ACT 20 21 22 23 24 25 26-36

Class Rank Top 8% of class Top 16% of class Top 23% of class Top 30% of class Top 36% of class Top 42% of class Top 46% of class

GPA 3.83 3.67 3.50 3.36 3.14 2.97 2.88

SAT (CR + M) 940 980-1010 1020-1050 1060-1080 1090-1120 1130-1160 1170-1200

Students only have to pay 150% of in-state tuition!

Freshman Scholarships PRESIDENTIAL SCHOLARSHIP Eligibility: Student’s index score using a combination of class rank or GPA with ACT/SAT score (see chart) Award Value: $1,750 per year

EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIP Eligibility: Student’s index score using a combination of class rank or GPA with ACT/SAT score (see chart) Award Value: $1,300 A+ Scholarship can be COMBINED with Presidential or Excellence!

A+ LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP Eligibility: Missouri residents who graduate high school A+ certified and meet MSSU admission requirements Award Value: $1,000 per year

Scholarships for ALL FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS *Priority Deadline: March 1st mssu.edu/scholarships

Eligibility: Individual criteria per scholarship Award Value: Varying amounts per scholarship; $400-$5,050

PERFORMANCE AWARDS Eligibility: Students involved in Accounting, Art, Athletics, Communications, Foreign Language, Music and Theatre

Eligibility: PTK Member, 3.75 GPA and 42 transfer credit hours Award Value: $1,000 per year The PTK Scholarship can be COMBINED with the Board of Governor’s Scholarship!

BOARD OF GOVERNORS TRANSFER SCHOLARSHIP Eligibility: 3.5 GPA and 42 transfer credit hours Award Value: $1,500 per year

UNIVERSITY ACADEMIC TRANSFER SCHOLARSHIP Eligibility: 3.25 GPA and 24 transfer credit hours Award Value: $1,000 per year

Competitive Honors Program Scholarships *Deadline: February 15th mssu.edu/honors

THE EVANS FELLOWSHIP Eligibility: Acceptance to the Honors Program, minimum 31 ACT composite score Award Value: $11,600 per year

THE EVANS SCHOLARSHIP Eligibility: Acceptance to the Honors Program

FALL SEMESTER Deadline: February 1st SPRING SEMESTER Deadline: November 1st *only once a year is required for acceptance of financial aid

SCHOOL CODE: 002488

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

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

THE HONORS SCHOLARSHIP Eligibility: Acceptance to the Honors Program Award Value: $3,500 per year

Award Value: Varying amounts per athletic or academic area

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Y O U R PA S S I O N . O U R P R O G R A M S . Y O U R C A R E E R .

DEGREES

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SCHOOL OF ARTS AND SCIENCES

ROBERT W. PLASTER SCHOOL OF BUSINESS

SCHOOL OF EDUCATION

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS:

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS: Automation

BACHELOR’S PROGRAMS:

Environmental Health and Safety: Environmental Biology Emphasis Environmental Health and Safety: General Emphasis Environmental Health and Safety: Health Protection Emphasis Environmental Health and Safety: Safety and Hazard Prevention Emphasis Medical Interpretation (Spanish/English) Missouri Peace Officer Certification Chinese French Japanese Spanish

ASSOCIATE’S PROGRAMS:

Continuous Process Improvement CNC Operator Quality Technician Entrepreneurial Accounting Entrepreneurial Finance Entrepreneurial Management Entrepreneurial Marketing Entrepreneurial Planning Professional Credential in Entrepreneurship Management Specialist Six Sigma Black Belt Six Sigma Green Belt

ASSOCIATE’S PROGRAMS:

Law Enforcement

CIS-Information Systems Manufacturing Engineering Technology

BACHELOR’S PROGRAMS:

BACHELOR’S PROGRAMS:

Art-Graphic (BFA) Art-Visual (BA) Art-Studio (BFA) Biochemistry Biochemistry-Forensic Science Biology-Biotech., Micro, Gen. Biology-Ecol., Mar, Cons Biology-General Biology Biology-Pre-Dentistry Biology-Pre-Medicine Biology-Pre-Occupational Therapy Biology-Pre-Optometry Biology-Pre-Pharmacy Biology-Pre-Physical Therapy Biology-Pre-Physician Assistant Biology-Pre-Veterinary Chemistry Communication-Mass Communication-Public Relations Criminal Justice Administration Criminal Justice- Computer Forensics/CIS English-Literary Studies English-Professional/Technical Writing Environmental Health French General Studies Geography History International Studies Mathematics Math-Computational Math/CIS Music Music Industry Physics Physics- Pre-Engineering Political Science Social Work Sociology Spanish Theatre

Accounting CIS-Computational Math/Math CIS-Computer Forensics/CJAD CIS-Information Technology CIS-Information Technology- Process Improvement Economics Finance General Business Human Resource Management Industrial Engineering Technology International Business Logistics Management Marketing

Health Promotion and Wellness Psychology

Bachelor’s of Science in Education: Elementary Education 1-6:

Elementary Education-Early Childhood Elementary Education-Special Education Elementary Education-TESOL

Middle School Education:

Middle School-Business Add-on Middle School-English Language Arts Middle School-Math Middle School-Science Middle School-Social Studies Middle School-Theatre Add-on

K-12 Education:

K-12 Education-Art K-12 Education-French K-12 Education-Spanish K-12 Education-Music (Instrumental and/or Vocal) K-12 Education-Physical Education

Secondary Education:

Secondary Education-Biology Secondary Education-Business Secondary Education-Chemistry Secondary Education-English Secondary Education-Math Secondary Education-Physics Secondary Education-Social Sciences (History, Political Science, or Sociology) Secondary Education-Speech/Theatre

SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCES CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS: Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic

ASSOCIATE’S PROGRAMS: Dental Hygiene Radiologic Technology Respiratory Therapy

BACHELOR’S PROGRAMS:

Health Science-Dental Hygiene Health Science-Paramedic Health Science-Radiologic Technology Health Science-Respiratory Therapy Health Science-Business/Life-Health Science Medical Laboratory Science Nursing

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SCHOOL OF

ARTS & SCIENCES mssu.edu/academics/arts-sciences

For the artists and the astronauts, the communicators and the chemists, the dreamers and the doctors…

Our School of Arts & Sciences provides students with quality instruction and a rewarding experience across a broad curriculum. Students are challenged to learn, adapt and innovate in their chosen discipline and will gain the skills necessary to stay competitive in the 21st century workplace.

You can find a Lion

ANYWHERE

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

Hands-on learning opportunities such as our cadaver lab, mobile crime scene investigation vehicle, KGCS-TV, KXMS radio, theatre, and campus newspaper The Chart allow students to gain real-life experience in a dynamic learning environment.

ARTS & SCIENCES FAST STATS • The Chart was named Best Overall Student Newspaper during the Missouri College Media Association (MCMA) for 2017.

• Students from Missouri Southern achieved a perfect score and tied for first place with Washington Univeristy during the 21st annual Missouri Collegiate Mathematics Competition.

• The Bachelor of Science Degree in Environmental Health at MSSU is one of ONLY 31 environmental health degrees in the United States accredited by the National Environmental Health Science and Protection Accreditation Council (EHAC).

• The Yours to Lose: Advanced Medical School Acceptance program with KCU will accept up to 25 students and 15 alternates every year. Learn more about the benefits and how to apply at: mssu.edu/yours-to-lose.

• MSSU is one of the few undergraduate universities in Missouri to have a full cadaver lab available for our students. This opportunity gives our students pursuing biomedical sciences a rare advantage by allowing them to study real human bodies.

JOIN OUR CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS! Criminal Justice Students Association, Environmental Health club, French club, History club, International club, Missouri Southern Physics club, Political Science club, Southern Clay club, Southern Broadcasters club and more!

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Esdra Lamy

VP, Warner Brothers Television

Mass Communication Major, ’00

PUT YOUR ARTS & SCIENCES DEGREE TO USE IN...

• Art • Biology • Chemistry • Communication • Criminal Justice • English • Environmental Health • Foreign Language • General Studies • Geography • Geology • History • International Studies

• Math • Music • Paralegal • Philosophy • Physics • Political Science • PreProfessional • Social Science • Social Work • Sociology • Theatre 15

ROBERT W. PLASTER

SCHOOL OF

BUSINESS mssu.edu/academics/business

Academic challenges and a practical focus help shape the business leaders of tomorrow.

Our goal at the Robert W. Plaster School of Business is to develop intellectual, personal and professional qualities of our students. We prepare students to take global leadership roles in a complex business environment.

You can find a Lion

ANYWHERE

Our faculty members have built a strong relationship with the regional business community - giving students the chance to interact and network with business leaders from across the region. Our business students get practical experience before they ever step foot into the job market.

BUSINESS FAST STATS • MSSU’s School of Business students defended their title in the 2016 NASBITE International Student Case Competition, taking home first place two years in a row.

• MSSU received the FANUC Robot LR Mate 200iD robot system in the spring of 2016 from the Leggett & Platt Automotive Group. This assists in giving our Engineering Technology students the training and knowledge needed to be valuable assets to their employers.

• Our business graduates rank in the top 20% nationally on their Major Field Test - several graduates rank in the top 5% every semester.

• MSSU students have received several national titles and placed in the top 10 in C-DECA and PBL competitions, in areas such as marketing management, human resource management and accounting principles.

MSSU also holds the current vice president officer position at the national level.

• Accounting majors have the ability to complete a fast-track accounting program, allowing them to complete a BSBA and MS in accounting, all within 5 years!

Finance and economic students have the unique opportunity to engage in a controlled investment experience through the use of our Youngman Investment portfolio. This portfolio is valued at $400,000 of real university money. Students gain valuable financial understanding and experience through one of the only investment labs of its kind in the United States.

JOIN OUR CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS!

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Accounting club, Collegiate DECA (C-DECA), Finance & Economics club, International Business club, Missouri Southern Business Education Association, Phi Beta Lambda (PBL), the Society of Human Resource Management and more!

Ryan Prisock

Law Associate for Swiecicki and Muskett

Finance/Economics Major, ‘13 JD/MBA - Washington University, ‘17

PUT YOUR BUSINESS DEGREE TO USE IN...

• Accounting • Business Education • Computer Information Science • Economics • Engineering Technology • Entrepreneurship • Finance • General Business • Human Resource Management

• International Business • Logistics • Management • Marketing • Master of Accountancy • Master of Science in Management

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SCHOOL OF

EDUCATION mssu.edu/academics/education

The place where passionate teachers are nurtured, insightful psychologists created and careers in kinesiology developed.

MSSU’s School of Education offers a personal experience for our students.

Whether it is helping a teacher education major plan a lesson for the first time, critiquing a psychologist on the first experiment, or observing a kinesiology major coach others - we will be there.

You can find a Lion

ANYWHERE

Missouri Southern’s Teacher Education department is the first in the state to meet new evaluation standards set forth by the Council for Accreditation of Education Preparation. Our department is made up of faculty and staff who are dedicated to developing the best possible teachers for tomorrow’s classroom.

Our psychology students graduate with a comprehensive knowledge of the psychology field and are prepared to compete for and excel in diverse career opportunities. Missouri Southern students have consistently scored in the top 50 percent on the Area Concentration Achievement Test (ACAT) since the 2011-2012 academic year.

Additionally, if you enjoy staying active and promoting a healthy lifestyle, a degree in kinesiology may be the right choice for you! With a future in public health careers such as cardiac rehabilitation and personal training, our fully-accredited department of kinesiology is well-adept at preparing students to become future professionals.

EDUCATION FAST STATS • 92% of our Teacher Education graduates are currently teaching or attending graduate school. (2016) • 97% of area administrators rank MSSU teachers as effective or very effective. (2016) • Teachers are always in high demand! Excellent opportunities exist for graduates who are certified in special education, English Language Learners and STEM fields.

JOIN OUR CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS!

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Student-Missouri State Teachers Association, Kappa Delta Pi, StudentNational Education Association, Kinesiology club, Psychology club, PSI CHI International Honor Society in Psychology and more!

Robert Lundein

High School Counselor Music Education Major, ’96 • Missouri Counselor of the Year - 2015 • National Counselor of the Year Finalist - 2016

PUT YOUR EDUCATION DEGREE TO USE IN...

• Kinesiology • Psychology • Teacher Education: - Elementary Education - Middle School - K-12 Education - Secondary Education • Master of Science in: - Curriculum and Instruction - Administration - English Language Learners 19 19

SCHOOL OF

HEALTH SCIENCES mssu.edu/academics/health-sciences

Hands-on training and well-cultivated faculty produce highly soughtafter graduates in competitive health science fields.

Whether you’re seeking a degree in the field of dentistry, radiology, nursing or medical laboratory science, Missouri Southern students graduate prepared to positively assist the health and life quality of a diverse public.

Due to instruction promoting critical, independent thinking and handson experience, graduates of our School of Health Sciences emerge fully equipped and ready to compete in the job market.

You can find a Lion

ANYWHERE

Students in our dental hygiene program train in the W. Robert Corley Dental Hygiene Clinic on campus, where they learn while working with real patients. Our Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) and paramedic students receive training in our high-tech simulation lab and campus ambulance.

All departments work closely with advisory boards comprised of area professionals who help maintain the relevancy of the curriculum and identify needs that can be addressed through continuing education programs.

STATE-OF-THE-ART SIMULATION CENTER The simulation center for interdisciplinary clinical education is a fully functioning lab that simulates a hospital environment containing state-ofthe-art human patient simulators.

This gives nurses, respiratory therapists, first responders and other health care providers the opportunity to learn and perfect the latest techniques and best practices for patient care and safety. Having all these programs housed in one facility allows for a unique interdisciplinary teaching option in health care.

HEALTH SCIENCES FAST STATS • MSSU’s Respiratory Therapy and Radiology Technology students who complete our program have a 100% passing rate on licensure exams!

• MSSU’s Dental Hygiene program ranked in the “Top 50 Dental Hygienist Schools” in the nation, according to TheBestColleges.org!

• MSSU’s Nursing program has an NCLEX passing rate of 100% - 12.2% above the national average! We are also expanding our program to accept 90 nursing students every year!

JOIN OUR CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS! Student American Dental Hygienist’s Association (SADHA), Radiology club, Respiratory Care club, Student Nurse Association (SNA) and more!

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Abby Washburn Terry

Freeman Hospital, RN - Cardiology Nursing Major, ’17

Jeff Terry

Freeman Hospital, RN - TCU Nursing Major, ’17

PUT YOUR HEALTH SCIENCES DEGREE TO USE IN...

• Business/ Life-Science • Dental Hygiene • Fire Academy • Health Science • Medical Laboratory Science • Medical Technology • Nursing • EMT/ Paramedic • Pre-Professional • Radiology • Respiratory Therapy 21

RESIDENCE LIFE

Our research indicates that students who live on campus and get involved with campus activities, on average, earn better grades in college.

Missouri Southern provides students with sociable, comfortable and safe living options. Students have their choice of five different room choices; these include double, single, apartment-style, suites or our new quads. All of the housing options come with separate parking, free wifi and access to a Blu-ray DVD movie theatre and game room.

Come experience private student dining and living facilities that make college feel like home.

Check out mssu.edu/residence-life to learn for yourself what we have to offer!

Missouri Southern offers more than 80 different student organizations for you to participate in! If you don’t see something of interest, create your own and invite others!

INTERESTED IN GOING GREEK?!

Going Greek is an exciting opportunity at MSSU. Currently there are two sororities - Alpha Sigma Alpha and Zeta Tau Alpha along with three fraternities - Kappa Alpha Order, Kappa Sigma and Sigma Pi. They focus on building relationships and enhancing the college experience through philanthropic work and campus events.

PARTICIPATE IN CAMPUS INTRAMURALS! Retired from a high-school sport, but not ready to throw in the towel quite yet? No problem! Join us for exciting, fun, competitive intramurals. We have several to choose from!

GET INVOLVED! The Student Activities Office is the place to go if you want to get involved on campus - whether it be through joining a club, going Greek, or learning more about the 60+ free events that the Campus Activities Board schedules every semester. This office will get you the information you need!

(Per Semester)

ACTIVITIES TO ROAR ABOUT

RESIDENCE-LIFE OPTIONS

COME SEE THE DORMS IN PERSON WITH A CAMPUS TOUR! Check out mssu.edu/campus-tours to register for a day that fits your schedule!

Option A

TRADITIONAL ROOMS APARTMENT UNITS SUITES PRIVATE ROOMS QUADS

Option B

Option C

Option D

(23 meal + $50)

(15 meal + $125)

(10 meal + $200)

(5 meal + $250)

$3,157 $3,412 $3,657 $3,412 $3,958

$3,062 $3,317 $3,562 $3,317 $3,863

$2,974 $3,229 $3,474 $3,229 $3,775

$2,893 $3,148 $3,393 $3,148 $3,694

TRADITIONAL

APARTMENTS

PRIVATE

SUITES

QUADS

Traditional style rooms include two twin XL beds (adjustable height), two twin XL mattresses, two built-in wardrobes and desks, two desk chairs, desk lights and small dresser units.

Each building wing has its own bathroom with individual showers.

All apartment units are carpeted with furnished living room and bathroom, refrigerator and microwave and kitchenette. Each unit has two bedrooms housing a total of four students.

Private style rooms include twin XL bed (adjustable height), twin XL mattress, wardrobe, desk, and desk chair. Bathrooms with individual showers are located on each wing. First floor private rooms include mini fridge and microwave.

East Hall offers suite style rooms that have a furnished central living area, two bedrooms and two bathrooms for four students. Suites are carpeted and include refrigerator and microwave.

All quads house four students and feature individual rooms and bathrooms. It also includes a shared full-size refrigerator, stove, microwave, sink, dining bar with bar stools, and cabinet space. Living rooms are furnished with couch, two lounge chairs and shelving units.

WANT MORE STUDENT ACTIVITIES? YOU GOT IT! Free events on campus include indoor and outdoor movies on the Oval, entertainers such as comedians and musicians, create your own custom novelty, bingo days, photo booths and more!

Join the Campus Activities Board (CAB) to help choose and host fun events!

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*2016 - 2017 costs

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INTERNATIONAL

OPPORTUNITIES mssu.edu/international-studies

MSSU’s international program offers students bold and innovative programs and activities designed to make them competitive in a fastchanging world and global economy.

Themed semesters are the most distinctive and tangible aspect of MSSU’s effort to internationalize the curriculum. The theme is chosen every fall and then celebrated throughout the year, with culture-enriching events including film festivals, native guest speakers and a dinner in honor of the traditional cuisine. MSSU has won an award for its themed semesters from NAFSA: Association of International Educators for internationalizing the campus.

Ever thought about visiting another country, but don’t know when or how? Choose to study abroad from Missouri Southern and better yet, choose for how long! We offer a full semester abroad, or if that is too long then look into our two-week trips during the summer. There is not a right or wrong way to do it!

In order to make the trip more affordable, we offer our students additional grant money. If you qualify, you could get an additional $1,000 grant for a short-term trip or $1,250 for a semesterlong trip!

MSSU Study Abroad

HAVE YOU VISITED JOPLIN LATELY? The campus is located in Joplin, Mo. – a community of more than 50,000 people with a service area of 400,000. Missouri’s fourthlargest metropolitan area, Joplin is located only two hours or less from cities such as Kansas City, Tulsa, Springfield, Fayetteville, and Branson - cities that offer an additional plethora of entertainment and recreation opportunities.

Joplin is also a great place to live if you love the outdoors. We’re close to Missouri’s famous Ozark Mountains, as well as numerous rivers, lakes, parks and hiking trails. There are a number of outdoor, sporting and family activities to enjoy in this part of the country.

Check out Joplin beyond the borders of campus: • Join in walking downtown Main Street every month for a culture fair called “Third Thursday” • Attend concerts, art showings, live theater and movies • Enjoy go-karts, batting cages, painting and pottery classes, bowling alleys, mini golf, hiking and biking trails, skating and more!

• Attend professional and pre-professional sporting events in between cheering on the MSSU Lions!

We hope you’ll consider making Joplin your home and becoming part of the Missouri Southern pride.

FROM ACROSS THE SEA...TO ACROSS THE STREET, WE HAVE IT ALL!

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ATHLETICS The MSSU Lions compete in 12 different men’s and women’s sports in the highly competitive NCAA Division II. This is an athletic department with tradition and promise.

MEN’S: Football, Basketball, Baseball, Golf, Cross Country, Indoor/Outdoor Track WOMEN’S: Basketball, Softball, Soccer, Cross Country, Indoor/Outdoor Track, Volleyball If YOU’RE interested in competing on one of our Division II athletic teams, please visit mssu.edu/prospectiveathletes.

DON’T FORGET! Bring your student ID and get in FREE admission to all MSSU home games.

STUDENT ATHLETE STATS: • 175 Student-Athletes named MIAA Academic Honor Roll • 17 Academic Excellence Winners (4.0 GPA) • 20 Scholar-Athletes (3.5 GPA & All-MIAA) • 49 named All-MIAA Athletes • 36 named All-Region Athletes • 13 All-Americans • 6 Academic All-Americans • 1 MIAA Player of the Year 26

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