Financing your Future at Northwest Missouri State University

FINANCING YOUR

FUTURE

FINANCIAL INFORMATION FOR UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS | 2016-2017

#BearcatsConnect

Textbooks & Laptop

INCLUDED

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Textbook and laptop rental programs save students nearly

$7,200

OVER 4 YEARS

HOW ARE YOU INVESTING IN YOUR

FUTURE?

Your growth over the next four years is priceless.

College is a big investment but we make it easier to navigate with our helpful cost comparisons, price breakdowns and our scholarship index grid. These tools will help you and your family plan for the year ahead. See what scholarships you are eligible for and what our federal and state award programs have to offer. We also help out-of-state students to earn instate rates.

“Northwest has truly become my home away from home because of all the true friends I’ve made and the amazing professors who have supported and encouraged me. My advisor is like my “campus mom.” She’s come to events I’ve been a part of and given great advice that has led to major life decisions.

The professors in the communication department have really encouraged me to branch out into different areas of communication and everyday they remind me why communication is important.“ ­— Nikeila Jensen, senior communication and public relations majors

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A PROFESSION-BASED EDUCATION An education that is targeted to your profession at a price that is below the national average and below other Missouri universities.

87% OF STUDENTS

RECEIVE SOME FORM OF FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

AVERAGE

FRESHMAN AWARD

7,678

$

10,019

$

CALCULATE YOUR SAVINGS

WITH THE NET PRICE CALCULATOR AT NWMISSOURI.EDU/ ADMISSIONS/ COSTS.HTM

IN-STATE

OUT-OF-STATE

UNDERGRADUATE ACADEMIC YEAR FEES

2016-2017 SCHOOL YEAR Missouri Residents: $305.96 per credit hour

Non-Missouri Residents: $516.64 per credit hour

TUITION/FEES

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1 Trimester

2 Trimesters

Fall (14 hrs.)

Fall & Spring (28 hrs.)

Missouri resident

$4,283.44

$8,566.88

Nonresident

$7,232.96

$14,465.92

ROOM AND BOARD RATES*

1 Trimester

2 Trimesters

Fall (14 hrs.)

Fall & Spring (28 hrs.)

Hudson/Perrin standard

$4,806

$9,612

Traditional standard

$4,279

$8,558

Modified suites standard

$4,556

$9,112

Tower suites standard

$4,733

$9,466

Apartment basic

$570 plus utilities per month (w/o board)

Find additional room and board options at nwmissouri.edu/bursar/roomcosts.htm.

REQUIRED FEE New Student Fee

$165 one-time fee

OPTIONAL FEES Parking permit per year Supplemental textbooks Online courses

Blended courses

Profession-based education + Excellent placement rates

RETURN ON INVESTMENT

$90 $85 estimated per trimester $40 per credit hour additional to standard rates $10 per credit hour additional to standard rates

AVERAGE YEARLY COST Missouri resident Nonresident

$18,343.88++ $24,242.92++

+ Costs are for 2016-2017 and are subject to change. Standard tuition and fees include tuition, designated fees, primary textbook usage fee, wellness fee, activity fee and technology fee charged per credit hour. Does not include supplemental textbooks. Based on 14 credit hours per trimester for undergraduates.

* Freshmen are required to live on campus. The rate includes double occupancy room, meal plan and cable service. ++ Based on 14 credit hours per trimester, (Hudson/Perrin rate) double occupancy room, Silver meal plan and new student fee.

The 2017-2018 Financial Aid Budget will be available in spring of 2017.

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 Northwest is among the most

affordable public universities in the state of Missouri.  Our textbook and laptop rental

programs save students $7,200 over four years.  Not only is Northwest an

attractive financial option today, but our minimal tuition increases over the last five years have been the lowest in the country.  With 1,200 student employment

positions available on campus and more than 90% of first-time freshmen receiving financial aid, Northwest offers a quality education that you can afford.  For a cost comparison

of Northwest and other universities, visit www. nwmissouri.edu/comparison

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MERIT-BASED FRESHMAN SCHOLARSHIPS No separate scholarship application is required. Below is the program in effect for students entering Northwest for the first time in fall 2017. (See Disclaimers that apply - pg. 14.) Merit-based scholarships have an admission application deadline of May 1 to guarantee scholarship awards. For students who complete their admission application after May 1, scholarships will be awarded contingent upon available funding.

ACT SCORE 19-20

HIGH SCHOOL GPA

2.75-2.99

21-22

23-24

25-26

27-36

Northwest Merit $1,000 University Scholar $1,500

3.00-3.24

Tower Scholar $2,000

3.25-3.49

Academic Excellence $3,000

3.50-3.74

Distinguished Scholar $4,000

3.75-4.00

DISTINGUISHED SCHOLAR

RENEWAL REQUIREMENTS

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3.50 Northwest cumulative GPA and completion of 24 credit hours per academic year – $4,000 Maximum award: 8 trimesters within consecutive academic years

ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE ■■ ■■

3.00 Northwest cumulative GPA and completion of 24 credit hours per academic year – $3,000 Maximum award: 8 trimesters within consecutive academic years

TOWER SCHOLAR ■■ ■■

3.00 Northwest cumulative GPA and completion of 24 credit hours per academic year – $2,000 Maximum award: 8 trimesters within consecutive academic years

UNIVERSITY SCHOLAR ■■ ■■

2.75 Northwest cumulative GPA and completion of 24 credit hours per academic year – $1,500 Maximum award: 8 trimesters within consecutive academic years

NORTHWEST MERIT ■■ ■■

2.75 Northwest cumulative GPA and completion of 24 credit hours per academic year – $1,000 Maximum award: 8 trimesters within consecutive academic years.

FRESHMAN NON-MISSOURI RESIDENT AWARDS Index & requirements

Award amount (fall/spring)

Renewal requirements

BEARCAT ADVANTAGE

Index: 140-199 or ACT: 23-36 and minimum 2.00 GPA ■■ Non-Missouri resident ■■

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Estimate: $6,320 (100% waiver of out-of-state tuition based on 30 credit hours for fall/spring trimesters)

3.00 Northwest cumulative GPA and completion of 24 credit hours per academic year ■■ Maximum award: 132 total credit hours earned (including dual credit and transfer hours) ■■

GREEN AND WHITE ADVANTAGE

Index: 100-139 or ACT: 21-22 and minimum 2.00 GPA ■■ Non-Missouri resident ■■

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Estimate: $3,160 (50% waiver of out-ofstate tuition based on 30 credit hours for fall/spring trimesters)

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3.00 Northwest cumulative GPA and completion of 24 credit hours per academic year (renews to Bearcat Advantage) ■■ Maximum award: 132 total credit hours earned (including dual credit and transfer hours) ■■

*All award amounts have potential to change

COMPETITIVE AND ADMISSION-BASED

SPECIAL INTEREST FRESHMAN SCHOLARSHIPS Calculate your index online at

www.nwmissouri.edu/admissions/apply/freshmen/index-calculator.htm Index & requirements

Award amount (fall/spring)

Renewal requirements

PRESIDENT’S SCHOLARSHIP

ACT: 27-36 and minimum 3.75 GPA ■■ Accepted for admission by January 25 – fall award ■■ See Disclaimers, pg. 14 ■■ Must attend Northwest’s Distinguished Scholars’ Day ■■

$8,000 Competitive; 10 awarded ■■ Notification to student by March 3 ■■ ■■

3.50 Northwest cumulative GPA and completion of 24 credit hours per academic year ■■ Renewable only to those who initially received the award as a freshman ■■ Maximum award: 8 trimesters within consecutive academic years ■■

CULTURAL ENRICHMENT SCHOLARSHIP*

Index: 100-119 or ACT: 21 Index: 120-139 or ACT: 22 ■■ Index: 140-159 or ACT: 23-24 ■■ Index: 160-199 or ACT: 25-36 ■■ Minimum 2.00 GPA

■■ 3.00 Northwest cumulative GPA; completion of 24 credit hours $500 per year and acceptable participation in the MORE program $750 ■■ Renews to an award amount of $1,000 ■■ $1,000 ■■ Maximum award: 8 trimesters within consecutive academic years ■■ $1,200 ■■ Limited number awarded

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*ELIGIBILITY: American Indian or Alaska Native, Asian, Black or African American, Hispanic/Latino, Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander, U.S. citizen or a graduate from eligible high schools on our website listing. Students must participate in the MORE mentoring program. For further information, reference the “Diversity” brochure or contact the Office of Diversity and Inclusion at 660.562.1367.

A+ SCHOLARSHIP

First-time freshman Index: 100-199 or ACT: 21-36 and minimum 2.50 GPA ■■ Attend an A+ eligible Missouri high school and indicate A+ on admission application ■■ Accepted for admission by April 1 ■■ Actual award made upon confirmation of completed A+ requirements ■■ See Disclaimers, pg. 13 ■■ ■■

$1,500 – May receive in addition to other Northwest automatic scholarships ■■ Limited number awarded ■■ Only available to students beginning in the fall trimester ■■

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Renewable for one year by completing 24 credit hours at Northwest during the year with a 3.30 Northwest cumulative GPA

INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE (IB) DIPLOMA SCHOLARSHIP

First-time freshman Accepted for admission by May 1 ■■ Scholarships will only be awarded to students after confirmation that the IB Diploma has been earned. Send in a hard copy of your IB diploma to the Office of Scholarships and Financial Assistance or have it sent electronically from the International Baccalaureate Office ■■ ■■

$1,000 – May receive in addition to other Northwest automatic scholarships ■■ Maximum of 20 awarded on first-come, first-serve basis ■■

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Nonrenewable

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Nonrenewable

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Nonrenewable

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Nonrenewable

SHOW-ME SCHOLARS SCHOLARSHIP

First-time freshman Attend a high school that participates in the Show-Me Scholars Initiative and indicate participation on admission application ■■ Accepted for admission by May 1 ■■ Provide proof of completion of the requirements for the Show-Me Scholars program by returning the scholarship contract by June 2 to the Office of Scholarships and Financial Assistance ■■ ■■

$500 – May receive in addition to other Northwest automatic scholarships ■■ Return contract by June 2 ■■

MISSOURI BOYS/GIRLS STATE SCHOLARSHIP

First-time freshman Accepted for admission by February 1 ■■ Missouri Boys/Girls State attendee (indicate participation on admission application) ■■ Submit proof of attendance to the Office of Scholarships and Financial Assistance ■■ Complete Standard Scholarship Application ■■ See Disclaimers, pg. 13 ■■ ■■

Boys State: Five $1,000 awards ■■ Girls State: Five $1,000 awards ■■ Notification to student by March 1 ■■ Only available to students beginning in the fall trimester ■■

ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIP ■■ ■■

Son, daughter or spouse of Northwest graduate Provide graduate’s personal information on admissions application

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$500 Notification made from alumni office

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ADMISSION-BASED TRANSFER SCHOLARSHIPS Program in effect for students entering Northwest for the first time in fall 2017. Admission deadline for fall awards – May 1.

Transfer applicants with fewer than 24 transferable hours may be eligible for freshman scholarships. See page 9 for criteria.

Award amount

Index & requirements

(fall/spring)

Renewal requirements

PRESIDENT’S SCHOLARSHIP

42 transferable credit hours completed by deadline of application ■■ 3.50 cumulative GPA in transfer ■■ Accepted for admission by May 1 – fall award ■■ See Disclaimers, pg. 13 ■■

$8,000 Competitive; minimum of 4 awarded ■■ Notification to student

by May 20 ■■ ■■

Minimum 3.50 Northwest cumulative GPA and completion of 24 credit hours per academic year ■■ Maximum award: 6 trimesters within consecutive academic years ■■

TRANSFER DISTINGUISHED SCHOLARSHIP

First-time student at Northwest 24 transferable credit hours completed by start date ■■ 3.50-4.00 cumulative GPA in transfer ■■

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$2,500

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$1,500

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$1,000

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Minimum 3.50 Northwest cumulative GPA and completion of 24 credit hours per academic year ■■ Maximum award: 6 trimesters within consecutive academic years

TRANSFER ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP

First-time student at Northwest 24 transferable credit hours completed by start date ■■ 3.30-3.49 cumulative GPA in transfer ■■ ■■

Minimum 3.30 Northwest cumulative GPA and completion of 24 credit hours per academic year ■■ Maximum award: 6 trimesters within consecutive academic years

TRANSFER MERIT

First-time student at Northwest 24 transferable credit hours completed by start date ■■ 3.00-3.29 cumulative GPA in transfer ■■ ■■

Renews to the University Scholar program with completion of 24 credit hours per academic year and a Northwest cumulative GPA of 3.30 – $500 ■■ Maximum award: 2 consecutive trimesters of Transfer Merit and 6 trimesters of University Scholar ■■

PHI THETA KAPPA SCHOLARSHIP

First-time transfer at Northwest Indicate Phi Theta Kappa membership on admission application ■■ 3.50 cumulative GPA at time of application ■■ 24 transferable credit hours completed by time of application ■■ Accepted for admission by May 1 ■■ See Disclaimers, pg. 13

$750 Notification to student

by May 20 ■■ Copy of Phi Theta Kappa certificate of membership

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Nonrenewable

CULTURAL ENRICHMENT SCHOLARSHIP*

First-time student at Northwest 24 transferable credit hours ■■ 3.00 cumulative GPA ■■

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$1,000 Limited number awarded

3.00 Northwest cumulative GPA and completion of 24 credit hours per year and acceptable participation in the MORE program ■■ Maximum award: 6 trimesters within consecutive academic years ■■

*ELIGIBILITY: American Indian or Alaska Native, Asian, Black or African American, Hispanic/Latino, Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander, U.S. citizen or a graduate from eligible high schools on our website listing. Students must participate in the MORE mentoring program. For further information, reference the “Diversity” brochure or contact the Office of Multicultural Student Success office at 660.562.1367.

ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIP ■■ ■■

Son, daughter or spouse of Northwest graduate Provide graduate’s personal information on admissions application

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$500 Notification made from alumni office

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Nonrenewable

TRANSFER NON-MISSOURI RESIDENT AWARDS BEARCAT ADVANTAGE

First-time student at Northwest At least 24 transferable credit hours: must have a cumulative GPA of 3.00 ■■ If less than 24 completed hours, must have admissions index of 140-199 or ACT of 23-36 and minimum 2.00 high school GPA ■■ Non-Missouri resident ■■

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Estimate: $6,320 (100% waiver of out-of-state tuition based on 30 credit hours for fall/spring trimesters)

3.00 Northwest cumulative GPA and completion of 24 credit hours per academic year ■■ Maximum award: 132 total credit hours earned (including dual credit and transfer hours) ■■

GREEN AND WHITE ADVANTAGE

First-time student at Northwest Not available if transfer GPA is less than 3.00 ■■ If less than 24 completed hours, must have admissions index of 100-139 or ACT of 21-22 and minimum 2.00 high school GPA ■■ Non-Missouri resident ■■ ■■

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Estimate: $3,160 (50% waiver of out-ofstate tuition based on 30 credit hours for fall/spring trimesters)

3.00 Northwest cumulative GPA and completion of 24 credit hours per academic year (renews to Bearcat Advantage) ■■ Maximum award: 132 total credit hours earned (including dual credit and transfer hours) ■■

UNIVERSITY AND STATE-SPONSORED

SCHOLARSHIPS/GRANTS

AMERICAN DREAM GRANT Through the American Dream Grant, Northwest will ensure the cost of tuition and standard fees will be covered using federal, state, and institutional scholarships and grants.

To qualify, a student must complete the FAFSA by the February 1 priority filing date and be eligible for a Federal Pell Grant. Missouri residents must have an admission index of 100-199 or an ACT score of 21-36; non-Missouri residents must have an admission index of 140-199 or an ACT score of 23-36. The award is renewable for four years. To qualify for renewal, the student must remain Pell Grant eligible and complete at least 24 Northwest credit hours each academic year.

Missouri residents must maintain at least a 2.00 cumulative Northwest GPA and non-Missouri residents must maintain at least a 3.00 cumulative Northwest GPA. ■■

AWARD: VARIES. Cost of tuition and

standard fees minus all federal, state, and institutional scholarships and grants. Awards are only for fall and spring trimesters and are subject to available funding.

return of another taxpayer who lives outside of the state and pays Missouri income tax. Business, partnership or property taxes do not qualify. Students will receive a reduction on nonresident tuition equal to the amount of tax paid.

However, a student will not pay less than resident tuition. To claim this credit, a copy of the Missouri state tax return showing the student’s name as either the taxpayer or dependent and the amount of Missouri income tax paid needs to be mailed to the Cashiering Office (Northwest Missouri State University, Attn: Cashiering Office, 111 Administration Building, 800 University Drive, Maryville, MO 64468) OR faxed (660.562.1400). No separate application is required.

MISSOURI MINORITY TEACHER EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP To be eligible for the Missouri Minority Teaching Scholarship, an applicant must meet the following requirements:

BRIGHT FLIGHT Missouri resident who has a composite score on the ACT or SAT in the top 3% of all Missouri students.

Enhanced ACT = 31 or SAT = Critical Reading 800, Math 800 will qualify for an annual maximum award of $3,000.

The top 4th and 5th percentile with an ACT = 30 or SAT = Critical Reading 760-799, Math 770-799 will qualify for an annual maximum award of $1,000.

Renewable with cumulative 2.50 GPA and completion of 24 credit hours per year. In addition to a Bright Flight scholarship, students receive a $3,500 Distinguished Scholarship, which renews separately if specific renewal criteria are met. Eligible students are contacted by the Missouri Department of Higher Education.

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AWARD: VARIES Actual awards are

contingent on state appropriations allocated for the program on a yearly basis.

MARION & H.J. FISCHER JR. MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

(Nonresidents paying Missouri income tax)

The Marion & H.J. Fischer Jr. Memorial Fee Waiver (Fischer Tax Credit) is available for nonresident students and their families who pay Missouri state income tax even though they reside outside of the state. The nonresident student must have paid Missouri personal income tax or be a dependent on the tax

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Be a resident of Missouri

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Be African American, Asian American, Hispanic American or Native American

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Be a high school senior, college student or returning adult (without a degree) who ranks in the top 25% of their high school class and scores at or above the 75th percentile on the ACT or SAT examination;

Or, individuals who have completed 30 college hours and have a cumulative GPA of 3.00; Or, individuals with a baccalaureate degree who are returning to an approved math or science teacher education program n

Attend an approved teacher education program at a community college, four-year college or university in Missouri

Request application from your counselor or the Office of Scholarships and Financial Assistance, 660.562.1363, in December or January or visit dhe.mo.gov/ppc/grants/ minorityteaching.php.

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AWARD: $3,000 per year for up to

fees charged to combat veterans to $50 per credit hour after all federal, state and institutional scholarships have been applied. A “combat veteran” is any person who served in armed combat after September 11, 2001, who is a Missouri resident when first entering the military and who was discharged from the military service under honorable conditions.

To initiate the process, a veteran must complete the form (each year) on our website nwmissouri.edu/finaid/ forms.htm and return it with a copy of his or her DD-214 (initial application only) to: Northwest Missouri State University Attention: Office of Scholarships and Financial Assistance 800 University Drive Maryville, MO 64468-6001 The Office of Scholarships and Financial Assistance will evaluate eligibility for the Heroes Act after this form and the DD-214 are received.

Veterans must maintain a 2.50 cumulative GPA in order to maintain eligibility for additional trimesters.

MOST SCHOLARSHIP Northwest offers a $500 scholarship to first-time freshmen students whose families have established an account in the student’s name in the Missouri Saving for Tuition (MOST) program. Twenty-five nonrenewable scholarships will be provided. Families will be responsible for providing documentation of at least two years participation in the MOST program by submitting a statement from MOST indicating an active account for the student to the Office of Scholarships and Financial Assistance.

This documentation, including the student’s Northwest ID number, must be postmarked no later than March 1. Recipient selection will be based on need, as determined by the results of FAFSA. Please indicate on admission application.

DOCUMENTATION SHOULD BE SENT TO: Office of Scholarships and Financial Assistance Northwest Missouri State University 800 University Drive Maryville, MO 64468-6001 OR FAXED TO: 660.562.1674

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DEADLINE: Set each year by the

State Department

MISSOURI RETURNING HEROES EDUCATION ACT Northwest is a participant of the Missouri Returning Heroes Education Act programs. For any program leading to a certificate or bachelor’s degree, the Heroes Act limits the tuition and NORTHWEST MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY

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UNIVERSITY AND STATE-SPONSORED

SCHOLARSHIPS/GRANTS

NATIONAL GUARD The purpose of this award is to encourage students to serve their country through the National Guard and at the same time continue their education at Northwest. Students must provide a letter of good standing from their commanding officer as proof of eligibility, maintain a 2.50 GPA and be enrolled on a full-time basis (12 hours undergraduate, 9 hours graduate) to receive the scholarship.

Contact Office of Scholarships and Financial Assistance, 660.562.1363.

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AWARD: Those students residing in

residence halls will receive $700 per year while those residing off-campus will receive $475 per year.

ROTC – CAMPUS-BASED ARMY SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

ROTC-NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS FOR 3-YEAR AND 4-YEAR ADVANCE DESIGNEE To apply, contact Military Science Department, Attention: Mr. William Chuber, 816.235.1152 or william.g.chuber.civ@mail.mil

To apply, contact Military Science Department, Attention: Mr. William Chuber, 816.235.1152 or william.g.chuber.civ@mail.mil

DEADLINE: NONE

PRIVATE SCHOLARSHIPS These scholarships are funded by the Northwest Foundation or private donors.

They are not specific to any particular major, but may be limited by academic, geographic or grade-level criteria.

Please visit https://nwmissouri. scholarships.ngwebsolutions.com for specific eligibility requirements and more information. *Major-specific and private scholarship award amounts funded through the Northwest Foundation may fluctuate and are contingent upon funding.

All deadline dates are February 1, 2017, unless otherwise noted.

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MAJOR-SPECIFIC UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIPS These scholarships are funded by contributions to the Northwest Foundation or by private donors and are specific to designated majors. Visit nwmissouri.edu/finaid/majorspecific.htm for full eligibility requirements and contact information for separate application. Most major-specific scholarships can be applied for by completing the Standard Scholarship Application. [This application can be found in CatPAWS once a student has been accepted.]*Major-specific and private scholarship award amounts funded through the Northwest Foundation may fluctuate and are contingent upon funding.

ACCOUNTING, ECONOMICS AND FINANCE

STANDARD SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

Melvin D. & Valorie G. Booth Bethany Business Scholarship AWARD: One award from Booth College, full tuition based on 30 credit hours per year ■■ DEADLINE: JANUARY 15 ■■

Booth College of Business and Professional Studies Scholarship ■■ ■■

Deadline Feb. 1, 2017

AWARD: VARIES DEADLINE: DECEMBER 15

Unless noted otherwise

Charles Hawkins Accounting Scholarship ■■

AWARD: $600*

Karen Hawkins Memorial Accounting Scholarship ■■

AWARD: $500*

COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Dr. Marvin D. Combs Memorial Scholarship ■■

AWARD: $1,000*

AGRICULTURE Agriculture Career Development Events Award ■■

AWARD: $250*

Melvin D. & Valorie G. Booth Bethany Business Scholarship AWARD: One award from Booth College, full tuition based on 30 credit hours per year ■■ DEADLINE: JANUARY 15 ■■

Booth College of Business and Professional Studies Scholarship AWARD: VARIES ■■ DEADLINE: DECEMBER 15 ■■

Daniel Bowles Memorial Scholarship ■■

AWARD: VARIES

Clint Johnson Memorial Scholarship ■■

AWARD: VARIES

R. R. Miller Scholarship ■■

AWARD: $500*

August Stelter Scholarship ■■

AWARD: VARIES

ART Dr. Marvin D. Combs Memorial Scholarship ■■

Melvin D. & Valorie G. Booth Bethany Business Scholarship AWARD: One award from Booth College, full tuition based on 30 credit hours per year ■■ DEADLINE: JANUARY 15 ■■

Booth College of Business and Professional Studies Scholarship ■■ ■■

AWARD: $1,000*

COMMUNICATION Melvin D. & Valorie G. Booth Bethany Business Scholarship AWARD: One award from Booth College, full tuition based on 30 credit hours per year ■■ DEADLINE: JANUARY 15 ■■

Booth College of Business and Professional Studies Scholarship ■■ ■■

Dr. Marvin D. Combs Memorial Scholarship AWARD: $1,000*

CHEMISTRY

AWARD: VARIES DEADLINE: DECEMBER 15

COMPUTER SCIENCE/INFORMATION SYSTEMS Dr. Marvin D. Combs Memorial Scholarship ■■

BIOLOGY ■■

AWARD: VARIES DEADLINE: DECEMBER 15

AWARD: $500*

Dean E. and Jean D. Gingrich Memorial Scholarship ■■

MELVIN D. & VALORIE G. BOOTH COLLEGE OF BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL STUDIES

AWARD: $1,000*

Computer Science Visit Day Scholarship ■■ ■■

AWARD: $1,150* DEADLINE: Announced at Computer Science Visit Day

Janet S. Gayler Memorial Scholarship ■■

AWARD: $500*

Dr. Marvin D. Combs Memorial Scholarship ■■

AWARD: $1,000*

Forrest G. & Joan B. Lowe Scholarship ■■

AWARD: $600*

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MAJOR-SPECIFIC UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIPS

EDUCATION Hunt-Porter Scholarship ■■

AWARD: VARIES

Howard A. McIntosh Scholarship ■■

Bonnie Magill Scholarship ■■

AWARD: VARIES

HISTORY, HUMANITIES AND PHILOSOPHY Dr. Marvin D. Combs Memorial Scholarship ■■

Shawna Severson Zech Memorial Scholarship ■■

AWARD: $900*

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AWARD: $450*

Jim Williams Memorial Scholarship ■■

AWARD: VARIES

ENGLISH Dr. Marvin D. Combs Memorial Scholarship ■■

AWARD: $1,000*

AWARD: $1,000*

Alice Corley Scholarship

Awalt G. Steffen Memorial Scholarship ■■

AWARD: $100*

AWARD: VARIES

Dr. Gaylord Morrison Scholarship ■■

HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION

AWARD: $350*

LANGUAGES Dr. Marvin D. Combs Memorial Scholarship ■■

AWARD: $1,000*

MARKETING AND MANAGEMENT Melvin D. & Valorie G. Booth Bethany Business Scholarship AWARD: One award from Booth College, full tuition based on 30 credit hours per year ■■ DEADLINE: JANUARY 15 ■■

FORENSICS Forensics scholarship ■■

AWARD: SEVERAL $250–$500

GEOGRAPHY

Booth College of Business and Professional Studies Scholarship ■■ ■■

AWARD: VARIES DEADLINE: DECEMBER 15

Dr. Marvin D. Combs Memorial Scholarship ■■

AWARD: $1,000*

GEOLOGY Dr. Marvin D. Combs Memorial Scholarship ■■

AWARD: $1,000*

MASS MEDIA Melvin D. & Valorie G. Booth Bethany Business Scholarship ■■

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AWARD: One award from Booth College, full tuition based on 30 credit hours per year DEADLINE: JANUARY 15

Booth College of Business and Professional Studies Scholarship ■■ ■■

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AWARD: VARIES DEADLINE: DECEMBER 15

MAJOR-SPECIFIC UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIPS MATHEMATICS Dr. Marvin D. Combs Memorial Scholarship ■■

AWARD: $1,000*

Forrest G. & Joan B. Lowe Scholarship ■■

AWARD: $600*

Math Olympiad Scholarship ■■ ■■

AWARD: $2,500 AND $1,500* DEADLINE: Olympiad is in March

POLITICAL SCIENCE Dr. Marvin D. Combs Memorial Scholarship ■■

Alice Corley Scholarship ■■

Art and Bettie Beckner Memorial Scholarship ■■

Dr. Marvin D. Combs Memorial Scholarship

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AWARD: $1,000*

John T. and Georgann B. Cook Jazz Band ■■

AWARD: VARIES

Music Performance Scholarships ■■

AWARD: VARIES

AWARD: $1,000*

Alice Corley Scholarship ■■

AWARD: $350*

Dr. Marvin D. Combs Memorial Scholarship

AWARD: $350*

PRE-LAW ■■

MUSIC

AWARD: $1,000*

AWARD: $350*

THEATRE Dr. Marvin D. Combs Memorial Scholarship ■■

AWARD: $1,000*

Theatre Performance/Technical Scholarships ■■ ■■

AWARD: VARIES DEADLINE: MARCH 1

NANOSCALE SCIENCE Freshman Nanoscale Science Scholarship ■■

AWARD: $500*

Forest G. & Joan B. Lowe Scholarship ■■

AWARD: $600*

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DISCLAIMERS  Freshman merit-based scholarships cannot

be stacked with each other.

 Transfer admissions-based scholarships

cannot be stacked with each other.

 Undergraduate scholarships are

restricted for use during a student’s first undergraduate program.

 All scholarship recipients must be enrolled ­

full time (12 Northwest hours per trimester) ­ to receive University scholarships.

 Students must be accepted for admission ­

by specified dates before scholarship awards can be offered.

 Merit-based scholarships have an

admission application deadline of May 1 to guarantee scholarship awards. For students who complete their admission application after May 1, scholarships will be awarded contingent upon available funding.

 Students participating in a study abroad

program where fees are waived will not receive the Green and White Advantage or Bearcat Advantage that trimester.

 Major-specific and private scholarship

award amounts funded through the Northwest Foundation may fluctuate with funding availability.

 Freshman President's, Northwest A+, ­

Boys/Girls State and Transfer Phi Theta Kappa scholarships are only available to students beginning in the fall trimester.

 Transferable credit hours do not include

AP, CLEP, IB, military or nongraded credit hours.

 Renewal requirements must be met within

the academic year sequence (fall, spring ­ and/or summer) in order to maintain continuous award of the scholarship.

 Northwest’s scholarship programs are

subject to change from year to year based on funding levels and University priorities.

While Northwest will attempt to honor renewal programs based on the student’s year of admission, the University cannot always guarantee this.

SCHOLARSHIP

QUESTIONS Office of Scholarships and ­ Financial Assistance 800 University Drive Maryville, MO 64468-6001

800.633.1175 locally: 660.562.1363 fax: 660.562.1674 email: finaid@nwmissouri.edu

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AUGUST – OCTOBER

 Apply for admission  Complete Standard Scholarship Application, available Sept. 1  Beginning October 1 complete FAFSA for 2017-2018 (Northwest school code 002496)

NOVEMBER – DECEMBER

 Complete housing application and submit prepayment or commuter card  Attend Financial Aid Night or Northwest Night at an area high school  Search and apply for scholarships  Complete Standard Scholarship Application

JANUARY

 Complete housing application and submit prepayment or commuter card  Search and apply for scholarships  Check for early deadlines  Complete Standard Scholarship Application

FEBRUARY

 Complete FAFSA (Northwest school code 002496)  Missouri residents need to submit FAFSA by February 1 for Missouri state programs  Complete housing application and submit prepayment or commuter card

MARCH

 Respond to any request from Northwest to verify information submitted on FAFSA application

APRIL

 Receive financial aid notification from Northwest. Respond by accepting or declining financial aid offered on CatPAWS account  Sign up for SOAR or Transfer Student Preregistration  Last date to apply for admissions and be considered for automatic scholarships

MAY

 Request final transcripts be sent to Northwest from high school or colleges attended  View transfer course equivalency tool online to see how your college courses transfer to Northwest. nwmissouri.edu/admissions/apply/transfer/equivalencies.htm

JUNE

 Attend SOAR  View student employment opportunities at nwmissouri.edu/hr/student/jobs and submit applications

JULY

 Receive housing assignment  View student employment opportunities at nwmissouri.edu/hr/student/jobs and submit applications  Submit private scholarships received from outside donors to Office of Scholarships and Financial Assistance

AUGUST

 Financial aid credits to student’s account prior to classes beginning  Attend Advantage  Register for parking permit and verify enrollment NORTHWEST MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY

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FOCUS: FINANCES FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE BASICS We understand that paying for a college education may seem like a real challenge for you and your family. In order to assist you, we have put together some basic information about the financial aid process and types of aid available at Northwest.

What is financial aid?

Financial aid is money available from federal, state, institutional and private sources to help students and their families meet college costs. Financial aid will help pay for direct educational costs such as tuition, books and fees as well as personal living expenses such as housing, food and transportation. Financial assistance is designed to assist families in paying for the cost of attending college.

Who is eligible?

Almost anyone who needs financial aid to attend Northwest may receive financial aid. However, pursuant to federal regulations, you must meet the following requirements in order to be eligible for federal financial aid: n Be a U.S. citizen or eligible noncitizen. (International students with student visas are not eligible for financial aid); n Be enrolled in a program leading to a degree or certification; n Have a valid Social Security number; n Be making satisfactory academic progress (as outlined in catalog); n Have a high school diploma or a General Educational Development (GED) certificate; n Register with Selective Service (if required. You may register when completing the FAFSA); n Certify that you will use student aid funds only for educational purposes, that you are not in default on a federal loan or owe money back on a federal grant by completing the FAFSA application.

HOW TO APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID  You may submit a ­ 2017-2018 FAFSA by:  FAFSA on the web ­ (preferred): fafsa.ed.gov  Mailing a paper FAFSA directly to the central processor.­ Do not mail your FAFSA by registered, certified or express mail; special mail service will only delay processing.  Make sure to list Northwest’s FAFSA school code (002496) on the FAFSA so that we may receive your results.

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 It is strongly recommended that the IRS Data Retrieval Tool is used to transfer 2015 IRS income tax information into the student’s FAFSA.  If you are selected for the verification process, please submit your documents to our office promptly, so that the packaging process is not delayed.  Keep your address current with the Office of Scholarships and Financial Assistance. During the

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summer, we will mail all financial aid material to your permanent address.

During the academic year, we will mail it to your local address.  You must reapply for financial aid every academic year.

Your signature and acceptance of awards are required before any financial aid will be credited to your account. A quick response helps avoid delays.

FAFSA SCHOOL CODE

002496

DETERMINING NEED Your need is defined as the difference between the cost of attending Northwest and what is computed on your Student Aid Report (SAR) as an expected contribution by you and your family (Expected Family Contribution or EFC). Cost of attendance includes both direct educational costs (such as tuition, fees, room and board [if living on campus], books, and supplies) and indirect educational costs (such as transportation and personal expenses). Financial aid can be applied toward both direct and indirect educational costs.

WHAT TO EXPECT AFTER YOU SUBMIT YOUR FAFSA  The processor will send you a Student Aid Report (SAR) for your records. Review all information on the SAR for accuracy. If there are any errors, make necessary changes online and resubmit to the central processor.

 If you have listed Northwest as a school to receive your information, Northwest will receive your application information by electronic transfer via computer.  Respond to any additional requests from the Office of Scholarships and Financial Assistance needed to verify information on your application.  Processing will begin by March 1 for students who have all information completed.  If you (and your family) have unusual circumstances (such as unusual medical expenses, a family member who recently became unemployed or changes in income or assets), contact the Office of Scholarships and Financial Assistance and request a Special Conditions application or access the application at nwmissouri.edu/finaid/forms.htm.

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YOUR FINANCIAL AID AWARD

How to respond once you receive notification of your award n Access your secure site on CatPAWS. Read and accept Conditions of the Award. n Indicate awards you wish to accept or decline and submit your electronic response.

Direct Subsidized and Unsubsidized loans

Parent PLUS Loan Acceptance

n Complete Loan Entrance Counseling (if first-time borrower) Go to: studentloans.gov. n Complete Master Promissory Note (If first-time borrower) Go to: studentloans.gov (requires FSA ID used to complete the FAFSA). A single MPN is used for all Direct Loans (Subsidized and Unsubsidized) while at Northwest.

The parent can login to studentloans.gov, with his or her FSA ID and then click on “Request a Direct PLUS Loan.” If the parent who signed the FAFSA is not the one completing the PLUS Request, your other parent can request a FSA ID at fsaid.ed.gov. If you choose this method we will contact your parent to confirm their decision to accept this loan. n Private Educational Loans (commonly referred to as alternative loans) are available. For more information on these loan programs, contact the Office of Scholarships and Financial Assistance.

WEBSITE RESOURCES ACT Online act.org

FSA ID website fsaid.ed.gov

Peterson’s Education & Career petersons.com

AmeriCorps nationalservice.gov/programs/ americorps

Greater Kansas City Community Foundation growyourgiving.org

The Sallie Mae Fund thesalliemaefund.org

CollegeNET collegenet.com

Hispanic Scholarship Fund scholarships.hispanicfund.org/ applications

Direct loans/entrance counseling studentloans.gov Direct loan servicing studentloans.gov FAFSA on the web fafsa.ed.gov Federal tuition assistance goarmyed.com Financial aid info page finaid.org 18

Imodules Student Scholarship Program scholarships.imodules.com Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation www.ivrs.iowa.gov Mapping Your Future mappingyourfuture.org Missouri Vocational Rehab dese.mo.gov/vr

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SAT - College Board collegeboard.org Scholarship search fastweb.com State tuition assistance moguard.com Student guide studentaid.ed.gov/resources#funding Title 4 Institutional Codes finaid.org/fafsa/tiv.phtml U.S. Department of Education ed.gov Veterans Affairs benefits.va.gov/gibill

FAFSA SCHOOL CODE

FEDERAL AID PROGRAMS Description

Who is eligible?

002496

Award amount

How to apply

PELL GRANT

Eligibility determined by federal government ■■ Award is based entirely on need ■■ All eligible students receive this grant ■■

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All undergraduates with high financial need and good academic standing

Between $598 and $5,815 ■■ Complete and submit the per year depending on need FAFSA at fafsa.ed.gov ■■ Amounts are prorated for less than full-time enrollment ■■

SUPPLEMENTARY EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY GRANT ■■ ■■

Based on need Funds are limited

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All undergraduates with high financial need and good academic standing

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Varies

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Complete and submit the FAFSA

TEACH GRANT

For students who plan to complete or are completing coursework necessary to begin a career in teaching in specified high-need fields ■■ Must be repaid as Direct Unsubsidized loan if student does not teach at least 4 years within 8 years of completing program as a teacher in a Title I school, in a specified subject area (science, math, foreign language, bilingual education, special education or other high need area) ■■

Regular student Citizen or eligible noncitizen ■■ Not in default ■■ In good academic standing ■■ ■■

Up to $4,000 per year for first undergraduate – $16,000 aggregate ■■ Up to $4,000 per year for graduate students – $8,000 aggregate ■■ Prorated amounts for less than full-time enrollment ■■ Requires Agreement to Serve/Promise to Pay to include promissory note ■■ Award combined with other assistance cannot exceed cost of attendance

Complete and submit the FAFSA ■■ GPA at least 3.25 for each payment period (from high school if first-year students or from college for other students) ■■ OR above 75th percentile on admission test such as SAT, ACT, GRE ■■ ed.gov/about/offices/ list/ope/pol/tsa.doc

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WILLIAM D. FORD DIRECT SUBSIDIZED LOAN

No interest while student is enrolled at least half time ■■ No repayment until 6 months after student drops below half-time enrollment ■■ Interest rate for 2016-2017 is 3.76% ■■ Based on need ■■

All students with need and academic good standing ■■ Must be enrolled at least half time ■■

Annual maximum: $3,500 – first year $4,500 – sophomore $5,500 – juniors and seniors ■■ Cumulative loan not to exceed $23,000 ■■

Complete and submit the FAFSA ■■ Master Promissory Note and entrance counseling are required ■■ Complete online at studentloans.gov ■■

WILLIAM D. FORD DIRECT UNSUBSIDIZED LOAN

Same as Direct Subsidized Loan except interest must be paid or capitalized during enrollment period ■■ Interest rate for 2016-2017 is 3.76% ■■

All students Non-need based ■■ Must be enrolled at least half time and have academic good standing ■■ ■■

Annual limits not to exceed $2,000 above subsidized loan grade level limit ■■ Aggregate limit for combination of all subsidized and unsubsidized loans not to exceed $31,000

Complete and submit the FAFSA ■■ Master Promissory Note and entrance counseling are required ■■ Complete online at studentloans.gov

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WILLIAM D. FORD DIRECT PARENT PLUS

Repayment may be deferred until ■■ All undergraduates 6 months after date student drops ■■ Must be enrolled at below half-time enrollment least half time and have ■■ Interest rate for 2016-2017 is 6.31% academic good standing ■■ Accruing interest to be paid monthly or quarterly or capitalized quarterly ■■ Need is not a factor ■■

■■

Parent’s annual maximum eligibility is equal to the cost of attendance minus other financial aid received

Complete and submit the FAFSA ■■ Separate Master Promissory Note is required ■■ Complete online at studentloans.gov ■■ FSA ID is required and can be obtained online ■■

FEDERAL WORK STUDY

Part-time employment on campus Maximum 20 work hours per week ■■ Based on need ■■ Funds are limited ■■ ■■

All undergraduates with financial need ■■ Must be enrolled at least half time and have academic good standing ■■

■■ ■■

Typically minimum wage Paid monthly in a check directly to the student for hours worked

Complete and submit the FAFSA ■■ Northwest job postings may be found at nwmissouri. edu/hr/student/jobs ■■

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PRIORITY DEADLINE

FEB. 1

STATE OF MISSOURI PROGRAMS Description

Who is eligible?

Award amount

How to apply

ACCESS MISSOURI PROGRAM ■■

Provides grant assistance to full-time undergraduate students who are Missouri residents attending participating Missouri post-secondary institutions

U.S. citizen Missouri residents enrolled full time ■■ Expected Family Contribution (EFC) less than 12,000 as determined by FAFSA ■■ ■■

Statutory award amounts $1,000 – $2,150* ■■ Renewal requires 2.50 cumulative GPA each trimester, reapplication of FAFSA by Feb. 1 each year and meeting need eligibility requirements ■■

Complete and submit the FAFSA by Feb. 1 ■■ Contact Missouri Department of Higher Education at dhe.mo.gov or 800.473.6757 or Office of Scholarships and Financial Assistance ■■

*Actual award amounts contingent upon state appropriations MISSOURI BRIGHT FLIGHT ■■

Missouri graduating high school senior who enrolls full time in Missouri post-secondary school

Top 3%: Composite ACT=31 or SAT=Critical Reading 800, Math 800 ■■ Top 4 and 5%: Composite ACT=30 or SAT=Critical Reading 760-799, Math 770-799 ■■

Top 3%: Statutory maximum award $3,000 per academic year* ■■ Top 4 and 5%: Statutory maximum award $1,000 per academic year* ■■ Must complete 24 credit hours at cumulative 2.50 GPA ■■

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Contact Missouri Department of Higher Education 800.473.6757 or dhe.mo.gov

*Actual award amounts contingent upon state appropriations each year MARGUERITE ROSS BARNETT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established for students who are employed while attending school part time ■■ Scholarships can be renewed annually until a student has obtained a baccalaureate degree or has completed 150 credit hours ■■

Missouri resident 18 years or older, enrolled at least half time but less than full time ■■ Be employed and compensated for at least 20 hours per week ■■ Demonstrate financial need ■■

Maximum annual scholarship is the lesser of: actual tuition charged at the school where you are enrolled or your demonstrated financial need ■■ Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50 ■■

Complete and submit FAFSA. Contact Missouri Department of Higher Education or visit: dhe. mo.gov/ppc/grants/ rossbarnett.php to print verification form ■■ Deadline for submitting FAFSA and all required material is Aug. 1 ■■

RETURNING HEROES EDUCATION ACT ■■

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Tuition reduction for combat veterans from Missouri who are pursuing a program leading to certificate or bachelor’s degree

Any combat veteran who served in armed combat after Sept. 11, 2001 ■■ Was a Missouri resident when first entered military ■■ Discharged from military service under honorable conditions ■■

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Limits tuition and fees to $50 per credit hour for certificate and bachelor degree programs

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Initiate by completing form (each year) nwmissouri. edu/finaid/forms. htm and return with copy of DD-214 to the Office of Scholarships and Financial Assistance: fax 660.562.1674

INSTITUTIONAL PROGRAMS Description

Who is eligible?

Award amount

How to apply

AMERICAN DREAM GRANT ■■

Based on need, see full description, pg. 9

Complete FAFSA

by February 1 priority filing date ■■ Missouri resident with admission index of 100-199 or ACT score of 21-36 ■■ Non-Missouri resident with admission index of 140-199 or ACT score of 23-36 ■■ Be Pell Grant eligible ■■

Varies Will fill gap between cost of tuition and standard fees minus all federal, state, and institutional scholarship and grants ■■ Awards subject to available funding ■■ Summer funding not available ■■ ■■

Renewable for four years with the following stipulations:

Reapplication of FAFSA (by February 1 for consideration of state grants used in determining American Dream funding) ■■ Be Pell Grant eligible ■■ Completion of 24 Northwest credit hours ■■ 2.00 Northwest cumulative GPA for Missouri residents ■■ 3.00 Northwest cumulative GPA for non-Missouri residents ■■ Combination of federal, state, and institutional grants and scholarship plus American Dream Grant covers tuition and standard fees ■■

GO GREEN GRANT ■■

Based on need and academic criteria

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First-time freshmen Must be enrolled full time

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Varies Funds are limited

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Complete and submit the FAFSA

BEARCAT GRANT ■■

Based on need and academic criteria

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First-time freshmen Must be enrolled full time

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Varies Funds are limited

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Complete and submit the FAFSA

NORTHWEST GRANT ■■

Based on need

■■ ■■

First-time freshmen Must be enrolled full time

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Varies Funds are limited

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Complete and submit the FAFSA

REGULAR EMPLOYMENT

Part-time employment on campus ■■ Maximum 20 work hours per week ■■ Need is not a factor ■■

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All students Must be enrolled at least half time

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Typically minimum wage Paid monthly in a check directly to the student

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Contact Student Employment Office 660.562.1140 nwmissouri.edu/HR

TUITION EXCHANGE PROGRAM

An association of 586 colleges and universities offering scholarships to members of faculty and staff families employed at participating institutions ■■ Participating institutions are available at tuitionexchange.org ■■

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Determined by the home institution

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Varies Dependent upon policies of home institution

Contact liaison officer at home institution 12 months prior to using TE program.

■■ Certification is sent to importing school ■■ Northwest will notify award approvals/denials ■■ Contact liaison each year for required recertification ■■

SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED DIRECTLY TO FRESHMEN The following scholarships are made available by funds from the Northwest Foundation and are awarded based upon a variety of criteria as designated by the donors. No separate application is required. However, students must complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) to be considered.

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Adopt-a-Bearcat Scholarship Aldrich Family Scholarship American Dream Grant American Dream Grant — Goppert Foundation American Dream Grant — Fred & Brenda Lisle American Dream Grant — Gerald & Wilma Mitchell American Dream Grant—Quimby-Walker Scholarship C.L. Bulter Memorial Scholarship Dallas Alumni Chapter Scholarship Southern Iowa Alumni Chapter Scholarship A-C Lightning Scholarship Anonymous PCMC Scholarship

n Richard L. Sawyers Trust Dr. Norman & Ada Mae Clough Scholarship n Luther C. Skelton Scholarship n William L. Costello Scholarship n Homer O. & Florine (Ware) Smith n R.G. & Maxine Deardorff Scholarship Scholarship n Michael Faust Scholarship n Maurine Thomas Scholarship n Charles B. & Venita Jean Green n Mike & Nancy Thomson Education Scholarship Scholarship n Aleta & Dean Hubbard Scholarship n Jerome J. Trout Scholarship n Maryville Kiwanis Scholarship n Gary Lynn Tyler Scholarship n Raymond McClurg Memorial Scholarship n F.K. Ulman Scholarship Fund n Native American Scholarship n E.C. Walker Scholarship n Northwest Foundation Scholarship n Wall Family Scholarship n B.D. & Sue Wright Owens Scholarship n Nancy Western Scholarship n Benjamin & Mercedes Ramirez n Harvey & Joyce White Scholarship Scholarship n Dr. Beuleha Wilkinson Summers n Gladys M. Rickard Scholarship Scholarship n Jon Rickman Electronic Campus NORTHWEST MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY Scholarship n

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FREQUENTLY ASKED

QUESTIONS

For more information and additional frequently asked questions about financial assistance at Northwest, visit nwmissouri.edu/finaid.

What is the Standard Scholarship Application, and do I need to complete it?

The Standard Scholarship Application is intended for most major-specific scholarships (not including any performance-based scholarships).

Students will be able to complete the application on CatPAWS after they have been accepted for admission, available Sept. 1. Students will be asked to provide activities they have participated in, honors they have received, positions they have held and provide short answers. Each student’s completed application, along with the necessary academic information, will be forwarded to the appropriate departments for evaluation and consideration. This Standard Scholarship Application will not be required for the admissionsbased scholarships.

If I lose my merit-based award, can I get it back?

If you do not renew the merit-based award you have the opportunity to earn it back based on your cumulative Northwest gpa in the future. See renewal criteria.

Can I receive my general University scholarship in the summer?

If you are enrolled full time (at least 12 hours), then you can receive the scholarship for the summer trimester by contacting the Office of Scholarships and Financial Assistance at 660.562.1363.

Do I need to reapply each year to continue to receive any of the general scholarships?

General University scholarships are checked for meeting renewal criteria at the end of the spring trimester. If you meet the renewal criteria, the scholarship is automatically renewed for the next academic year. Those students attending in the summer will have an additional check at the end of the summer trimester. The summer trimester is the final determination in the award for the subsequent academic year. Students may view scholarships awarded through CatPAWS. Will my GPA affect the Pell Grant and loans I receive?

To be eligible to receive federal, state and some private student aid, students must maintain satisfactory academic progress toward a degree or certificate. To be considered making satisfactory quantitative progress, undergraduate students must pass at least 67% of the cumulative credit hours they have attempted and have a cumulative GPA of 1.75 for first-time freshmen and 2.00 cumulative GPA for sophomores, juniors or seniors.

Failure to meet the appropriate completion rate at the end of the trimester will result in the student being placed on financial aid probation status for the next term.

Failure to meet the appropriate completion rate by the end of the probationary term will result in the loss of eligibility for all types of federal aid until the deficiency is removed.

For more information and academic progress petition, see Academic Progress at: nwmissouri.edu/ finaid/forms.htm

Why was my loan adjusted when I reported a private scholarship?

We are obligated by law to include all sources of student assistance in the financial aid package. In order to receive a subsidized loan, there must be calculated need. With the addition of an outside resource such as a scholarship, the subsidized need may be reduced.

How do I get a job on campus?

Fall positions are posted to the website beginning approximately the third week of June. Jobs continue to be posted throughout the entire year. Most departments will have a specific application and interview process. Once hired, you are paid for hours worked on a monthly basis.

Both regular employment and workstudy eligible students will receive a paycheck, paid directly to the student; the amount is not applied directly to your University account. Job postings can be found at: nwmissouri.edu/ hr/student/jobs

Scholarships and Financial Assistance 660.562.1363 finaid@nwmissouri.edu

Residential Life

660.562.1214 reslife@nwmissouri.edu

Students with Disabilities 800.633.1175 ada@nwmissouri.edu

Office of Admissions 800 University Drive Maryville, MO 64468-6001 local: 660.562.1148 fax: 660.562.1821 admissions@nwmissouri.edu

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120 MAJOR MORE THAN

Undergraduate Majors BY CAREER PATH SCHOOL OF AGRICULTURE

Agricultural Business Agricultural Education Agricultural Science Agronomy Animal Science PROGRAMS Animal Science (Pre-Vet) Check out these sites for Horticulture Four-Year Course Plans Farm Operation - 2 year nwmissouri.edu/adviseGeographic Information Science: mentassistance/ Precision Agriculture 4yearplan.htm

and What Can I Do With An Interest In... nwmissouri.edu/advisementassistance/interest.htm

UNSURE OF A MAJOR? You might be interested in attending our UNDECIDED VISIT DAY JAN. 26

Schedule your visit

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SAMPLE LIST OF MINORS • Agricultural Communication • Criminology/Criminal Justice • Precision Agriculture • Sports Management • Sports Psychology A complete list of majors and minors is available at www. nwmissouri.edu/ academics/majors.htm + program falls under Biology: Biomedical Sciences. *Meta majors are designed for students who are still deciding on a major but know their area of interest.**Completion program partnership with St. Luke’s School of Radiologic Technology, Kansas City. 1 Pending Board of Regents & MO CBHE approval. 2 Completion program only available at Northwest - Kansas City

SCHOOL OF BUSINESS

Accounting: Private Industry Public Industry Advertising Business Economics Business Education Business Management Business Meta Major* Business Technology: Interactive Digital Media Management Networking Data Sciences: Business Economics Finance: Corporate Finance Financial Computing Financial Management Financial Services International Business Marketing Organizational Behavior/Human Resources Management Business Technology - 2 year

SCHOOL OF COMMUNICATION AND MASS MEDIA

Advertising Communication: Interpersonal Communication Organizational Communication Public Relations Rhetoric Interactive Digital Media: New Media Mass Media: Applied Advertising Broadcast and Production Multimedia Journalism Sports Media Media Studies Spanish Spanish Education Speech/Theater Education

SCHOOL OF COMPUTER SCIENCE AND INFORMATION SYSTEMS/ MATH

Business Technology: Interactive Digital Media Management Networking Computer Science Mobile Computing2 Data Science and Informatics Business Computer Science Geographic Information Science Molecular Biology Geographic Information Science: Civil/Public Data & Technology Earth Technology Emergency Response Management Geographic Precision Agriculture

Interactive Digital Media: Computer Science Management Information Systems Mathematics Data Sciences Mathematics Mathematics Education

SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCE AND WELLNESS

Applied Health Science1 Aging Studies Exercise Science Biology: Biomedical Sciences Biology/Psychology Biomedical Sciences: Chiropractic Chemistry: Medicinal Clinical Laboratory Sciences Emergency and Disaster Management Food and Nutrition: Dietetics Physical Education Radiologic Sciences** Recreation: Corporate Recreation/Wellness Recreation and Park Management Therapeutic Recreation Pre-Dental Hygiene Pre-Dentistry+ Pre-Medicine Pre-Nursing Pre-Occupational Therapy Pre-Optometry Pre-Osteopathic and Allopathic Medicine Pre-Pharmacy+ Pre-Physical Therapy Pre-Radiology Pre-Respiratory Therapy Pre-Speech Pathology Pre-Veterinary Medicine+

SOCIAL SCIENCES

Criminology Adult System Diversity Juvenile System English English Education Geography History Liberal Arts and Sciences Philosophy Political Science Political Science: Public Administration Criminal Justice Global Affairs Social Science Education University Liberal Arts Meta Major* Pre-Law Writing Creative Writing Professional Writing Publishing

FINE AND PERFORMING ARTS Art (Studio): Ceramics Drawing Painting Photography Printmaking Sculpture Art Education Graphic Design Interactive Digital Media: Art: Visual Imaging

Instrumental Music Education: Non-Piano Piano Music Speech/Theatre Education Theatre: Performance Technical Theatre and Design Vocal Music Education

PSYCHOLOGY

Biology/Psychology Human Services Industrial Psychology Organizational Behavior/Human Resources Management Psychology

SCIENCES

Biology Biology: Biomedical Sciences Cell/Molecular General Biology Biology Education Biomedical Sciences: Chiropractic Chemistry: Biochemistry General Chemistry Medicinal Chemistry ACS Chemistry Education Clinical Laboratory Sciences Data Sciences: Molecular Biology Geology: Environmental General Marine Biology Nanoscale Science: Nanoscale Biology Nanoscale Chemistry Nanoscale Physics Science Meta Major* Unified Science Education: Biology Chemistry Earth Science Wildlife Ecology and Conservation Pre-Engineering

SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Agricultural Education Art Education Biology Education Business Education Chemistry Education Education Meta Major* Elementary Education English Education Instrumental Music Education: Non-Piano Piano Mathematics Education Middle School Physical Education Social Science Spanish Special Education (not a stand-alone major) Cross Categorical Speech/Theatre Education Unified Science/Education: Biology Chemistry Earth Science Vocal Music

UNDECIDED OR DECIDING

Business Meta Major* Education Meta Major* University Liberal Arts Meta Major* Science Meta Major*