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QUALITY ACADEMIC PROGRAMS ■■ Northwest offers more than 140 majors and 73 minors, including pre-professional programs in medicine, dentistry, physical therapy and more.

■■ Mix and match majors and minors to create your customized education.

■■ 98.2 percent of Northwest graduates find employment or continue their education after graduation.

■■ 62 percent of the University’s freshman class cited Northwest’s strong academic reputation as their reason for attending Northwest.

■■ 95% of all tenure and tenure-track faculty have the highest degree in their field.

■■ Classes are taught by full-time professors, not graduate assistants.

■■ An average class size of 27 allows professors to know you by name and provide more one-on-one instruction.

■■ Our student-to-faculty ratio of 21-to-1 allows our faculty to serve as your advisor, professor, student organization advisor and colleague.

■■ The faculty members have posted office hours, so they are available to meet with you.

■■ 55 percent of regular courses are Webenhanced, and more than 80 of the University’s major classrooms are electronic.

■■ E-textbooks are used in some Northwest classes and are accessed via Web-based software from a laptop or PC. The software allows for text to be highlighted, searched, annotated and many other features.

■■ Northwest’s top majors, based on enrollment, are biology, business, education, agriculture and the areas that comprise mass communication.

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EXPERIENCE

HONORS PROGRAM Our Honors Program offers students a unique opportunity to enrich their undergraduate education.

High-achieving, motivated students are challenged intellectually through experiences beyond the classroom.

Photo by Phil Laber

To compliment the skills you acquire inside the classroom, you will be introduced to hands-on experiences outside the classroom.

These opportunities translate into real-world experiences that make your education relevant.

These include: ■■ faculty-student research ■■ internships

They conduct research and explore connections among disciplines with a professor.

■■ service learning

Participation provides meaningful distinction to future employers.

■■ field trips

■■ class projects

Benefits of participation include: ■■ Priority registration

■■ involvement in major-related organizations

■■ Smaller class sizes

■■ student employment positions

■■ Designated housing for Honor students ■■ Special topic colloquiums

■■ study abroad

At Northwest, you will have the opportunity to engage in real-life experiences relating to your major. These experiences are available through our pre-kindergarten through sixth-grade lab school; contributing to the student newspaper, yearbook, radio or TV station; conducting lab work on the University’s 750-acre farm; coordinating activities for groups at our 315-acre lakefront or performing in the Freshman/Transfer Theatre Showcase.

More than 800 students are involved in volunteerism and service learning.

More than half of our 2008 graduates participated in an internship in their field of study.

Each year nearly 100 Northwest students participate in a study abroad experience to destinations such as Asia, Europe, Mexico and South Africa.

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studenTLIFE At Northwest, getting involved ORGANIZATIONS

You’ve heard it a hundred times, but it’s always true: To get the most out of college, you have to get involved.

All it takes is one meeting or one group to make a lifetime of experiences.

There’s a campus club or organization that’s perfect for you.

■■ Nearly 180 choices, from student government to Greek life, multicultural groups to academic clubs. Check out the American Marketing Association, Anime Club, Fencing Club, Students in Free Enterprise, Cultural Exchange Club or Campus Crusade for Christ.

■■ Develop your leadership skills ■■ Enhance your career choice ■■ Develop life-long friendships www.nwmissouri.edu/ studentaffairs/organizations

INTRAMURALS Still have the urge to compete?

No problem. Northwest’s intramural programs are a great way to continue your favorite activities in a competitive environment.

■■ More than half of the student body participates in team and individual activities, including basketball, table tennis, flag football, softball, volleyball, swimming and racquet sports.

■■ The Student Recreation Center features three basketball courts, racquetball courts and equipment for tennis, volleyball, table tennis, badminton and pickle ball. It also includes a suspended jogging track, weight machines and stationary bikes. www.nwmissouri.edu/crec

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is easy. Having fun just happens.

ATHLETIC EVENTS Green is your color as you cheer on the Bearcats, some of the most competitive studentathletes in all of NCAA Division II. ■■ Championship-caliber football, with national titles in 1998 and 1999 and runner-up finishes in 2005, 2006, 2007 and 2008 ■■ Women’s sports: basketball, cross country, golf, soccer, softball, tennis, track and volleyball ■■ Men’s sports: baseball, basketball, cross country, football, tennis and track www.northwestbearcats.com

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CULTURAL ENRICHMENT Big-city attractions frequent the Mary Linn Auditorium stage, including internationally known touring groups, distinguished lecturers and comedians.

■■ Musical groups and entertainers have included Dierks Bentley, Hinder, Switchfoot, the St. Louis Symphony and Wynton Marsalis.

■■ Touring performances have included the “Harlem Gospel Choir,” “The Nutcracker,” “Cats,” “Grease,” “Tommy” and “Rent”.

■■ Distinguished lecturers and speakers have included Maya Angelou, Jesse Jackson, Michael Moore and F.W. de Klerk.

■■ Comic performances have included Seth Meyers, Wanda Sykes and Jeff Dunham.

STUDENT ARTISTS Student talent is showcased through vocal, instrumental and theatrical performances as well as art gallery exhibits.

■■ Student vocal and instrumental groups include Jazz Ensemble, Tower Choir, Wind Symphony, Show Choir, Symphonic Band, University Chorale, Orchestra and Marching Band.

■■ Student art gallery exhibits include painting, video art, ceramics and sculpture.

■■ Students interested in theatre become involved their first trimester in studio, second stage and main stage productions.

■■ The newly completed Studio Theatre features state-of-theart equipment, full lighting and a sound system.

www.nwmissouri.edu/ campusactivities

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and green RESIDENCE HALLS This is your crib. Your residence hall is your home away from home. It should be safe, inviting and comfortable.

With a wide range of choices throughout your college career, you’ll find a place that’s just right for you.

■■ 88 percent of Northwest freshmen live on campus.

■■ New freshman modifiedsuites, the Hudson-Perrin Complex, opened in fall 2007.

■■ Apartments and suites for upperclassmen are available.

■■ All students are allowed to bring their vehicles, not just upperclassmen.

DINING OPTIONS Comfort food. It may not be home cooking, but it’s not the stereotypical campus food you’ve heard about, either. The selection in our food courtstyle dining area is so varied, you’ll have trouble choosing.

■■ The Aladine meal plans offer great flexibility, including 24-hour, 7-dayper-week service at the convenience store in The Station.

■■ Use your meal plan dollars (declining balance) to order pizza from Domino’s and Pizza Hut and have it delivered to your residence hall front desk. www.nwmissouri.edu/reslife/ The_Fine_Print/meal.htm

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THIS IS THE ’VILLE Safe, friendly and relaxed.

Maryville is a college town and there’s always something to do.

■■ There are a variety of restaurants, from family dining to fast food.

■■ The movie theater is a mustsee, plus there’s a bowling alley and lots of outdoor activities at Mozingo Lake, including an 18-hole championship golf course.

■■ Maryville is ideally located, an easy drive to Kansas City, Omaha or Des Moines. www.maryville.govoffice2.com

CAMPUS SAFETY Peace of mind. We take student safety very seriously.

Our Department of Campus Safety employs 10 statecertified commissioned police officers and is staffed 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The University is served by a 911 emergency phone system, meaning that all 911 calls made from a campus telephone go directly through Campus Safety’s dispatching center.

■■ Campus Safety works closely with the University Wellness Center, Residential Life staff, the Freshman Seminar Office, the Student Affairs Office and other University offices and student organizations.

■■ During the evening hours, visitors and members of the campus community may request an escort to their vehicle or back to their residence hall.

■■ Northwest has innovative alert systems, including the Simplex System, which broadcasts emergency announcements in campus buildings.

■■ Bearcat Alert, Northwest’s emergency text-messaging system, is an optional program that sends messages to cell phones in case of a campus emergency. www.nwmissouri.edu/safety

CAMPUS EVENTS RUN DOWN Be a part of the action. First, there’s Advantage Week, when you get introduced to campus. Then there’s Greek Recruitment, when you can learn a new alphabet.

Then comes Homecoming, complete with Walkout Day, a parade and variety show.

Cheer on the Bearcats at the Hickory Stick football game and at the annual Fall Classic showdownin Arrowhead Stadium. During the spring, Northwest Week brings games, concerts and free food days; Greek Week sees the return of the toga; and Finals Week features ice cream and all-nighters.

Become a part of th e Northwest tradition

Take a walk over the Kis sing Bridge, where leg end has it you must be kis sed before the first sno wfall to become a true co-ed .

Join the stampede aft er the last playoff win of the football season, wh en students rush the fie ld and hang on the goalp osts, dismantling them and parading them through the streets. Rumor has it that pieces of the po sts can be found at the bottom of Colden Pond , at area businesses and in students’ homes.

Enjoy the music from the Bell Tower in the heart of campus, a universit y landmark.

it all starts here

Archie J Marketin eter ’05 g major Founder of Kansas C Go Global Educa tion ity, Mo.

Archie Jeter began his Internet-based company, Go Global, to extend others’ perspectives on the world outside of their local community.

“Americans are no longer competing with Kansas City, Miami and Chicago for jobs and businesses.

We are competing with Shanghai, Sao Paulo and Dubai,” Jeter said.

Based in Kansas City, Go Global creates innovative lesson plans for K-12 social studies courses that consist of standards-based objectives, questions, activities and homework. Students learn about the world through videos, documentaries and podcasts created from the perspectives of native people.

Curriculum focuses on subjects such as culture, recent history, economy, education, technology and the future outlook of four world regions: Asia Pacific, Europe, the Americas and the Middle East.

The company gained popularity. Recently all of the middle and high schools in the Kansas City, Kan., Public School District signed on with Go Global for the upcoming school year. Although Go Global is based in Kansas City, customers are located throughout the world.

Jeter’s interest in multiculturalism and globalization all started during his senior year at Northwest when he decided to renounce his athletic career as a Bearcat basketball player to study abroad in Spain and Australia.

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“Studying abroad was the best decision I have made so far,” Jeter said. “It completely changed my world view and the opportunities life presents.”

In addition to developing online lesson plans, Jeter and his team deliver presentations regarding globalization and multiculturalism to a variety of groups, including chambers of commerce and community colleges.

“If you only view the market through local eyes, you are at a disadvantage,” Jeter said. “This is a global economy, and the more we understand, have knowledge about and have the ability to communicate with other cultures, the better opportunity we have at success.”

Panela Leung’s love of theater has taken her all over the country – from the Santa Fe Opera in New Mexico, to the Opera Theatre of St. Louis, Mo., to the set of the popular TV show “Desperate Housewives” at Universal Studios in Los Angeles.

“Theater is a great outlet for people like me – I wanted a variety of experiences,” Leung said.

Leung’s advice to future students is to make the most of your college experience.

“At Northwest, you get an affordable education, the arts faculty are great, and it offers one of the best theater facilities available to students,” she said.

“The skill sets I learned and the practice I received at Northwest gave me what I needed to head out in the world.”

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Jeanenne (Diefendorf) Tornatore knows a thing or two about travel. As the Orbitz Travel Insider and director of public relations for Orbitz.com, Tornatore regularly appears as a travel expert on programs such as MSNBC, Fox News Channel, ABC News Now and Extra TV, and has made appearances on The Rachael Ray Show, The Today Show and ESPN. Since graduating with a BS in Public Relations, Tornatore has worked at a number of leading public relations firms in Chicago, including Edelman Public Relations, BursonMarsteller and Dome Communications, where she led PR programs for consumer, travel and technology clients. This experience, combined with her Northwest education, gave her the knowledge necessary for her role at Orbitz.com.

“The education I received at Northwest has proved to be a solid foundation for my career in public relations, providing me with the knowledge, discipline and confidence to find success doing something I truly enjoy.”

Jeanenne To rnatore ’98 Public Relations major ider and Director of Public Relation s Orbitz.com, Chica go, Ill.

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Dr. Jacqueline Henningsen has never let gender stereotypes stand in her way. Henningsen began her career as a high school mathematics and psychology teacher and founded a program that encouraged girls to remain in math programs, opening doors for careers in traditionally male-dominated fields.

In 1985, Henningsen became an operations research analyst for the U.S. Air Force, quickly rising in the ranks. In her current position, Henningsen leads a staff of 230 who are actively engaged in modernization and recapitalization studies that demonstrate the implications of the nation’s aging aircraft fleets as well as risk-based analyses of Air Force rules in joint operations. She reports directly to the Chief of Staff of the Air Force and holds a civilian rank equivalent to a three-star general. She has received many awards and honors including the Presidential Meritorious Executive Rank Award.

In her position in the Air Force, Henningsen gets to see firsthand what an interest in math and science can do for women.

“With a full gamut of roles open to women, from fighter pilots and missile squadron commanders, to astronauts and aerospace engineers, the sky is certainly not the limit,” she said. nningsen ’66 Dr. Jacqueline He jor ma ion Mathematics Educat Analyses, and s die Stu for or Direct sons Learned Assessments and Les on, D.C. ngt shi Wa ce, For Air .

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Feeling at home on campus translates into success in the classroom. Northwest has many programs to help you find your place on campus and your way in life.

TRANSITIONS ■■ In June, Summer Orientation, Advisement and Registration is when you will set up your class schedule, explore the campus and begin to make new friends.

■■ Advantage is a four-day preparation session just before the first day of classes.

■■ Freshman Seminar gives you a more in-depth look at Northwest.

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CAREER CONNECTION You can use the Office of Career Services to assist you with selecting a major, finding an internship and landing full-time employment after graduation. Services offered to students include: ■■ Career counseling/ assessment ■■ Resume critiques ■■ Interview skill workshops ■■ Internship participation ■■ Mock interview days ■■ Career days ■■ Education Expo ■■ On-campus interviews

STUDENT SATISFACTION ■■ On a national survey given to thousands of college students each year, Northwest freshmen ranked the University No. 1 in 10 of 12 areas.

■■ Northwest ranked No. 1 in academic advising, campus climate, concern for the individual, campus life, support services, instructional effectiveness, registration effectiveness, recruitment and financial aid, student centeredness and service excellence.

■■ Northwest juniors ranked the University No. 1 on every measure.

WELLNESS CENTER The University Wellness Center is the hub of all campus wellness services and offers clinical, counseling, health promotion, public health, emergency response and dietetic services to Northwest students. The Wellness Center’s mission is to empower students in making healthy lifestyle choices through education, prevention, and promoting self-responsibility.

The Wellness Center: ■■ Offers services to students 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday through Friday ■■ Provides Northwest students with a wide variety of clinical outpatient services, personal development and counseling services, and many health education opportunities ■■ While many services are provided at no charge, services with cost may be billed to a student’s health insurance or their University account. For questions about the cost of services or health insurance, please contact the Wellness Center at 660.562.1348.

A SMART INVESTMENT

Scholarships

Northwest is a solid investment in your future. Consider the Textbook Loan program that will save you $900 per year, and our Laptop Computer program for all full-time students.

The University awards scholarships to students based on academic ability, family need and a combination of the two. For more information on how to qualify for these awards and more, go to www.nwmissouri.edu/finaid.

Northwest’s goal is to make higher education accessible to all students who desire to continue learning. This is the foundation of the American Dream Grant, a program that pays the cost of room, board, books, tuition and the use of a computer for qualified students during their first two years at Northwest.

Tuition and Fees Per Year

(14 credit hours/trimester •) In-State $6,562.92 Out-of-State $10,969.84 Room and Board Per Year

Hudson/Perrin Traditional Living Modified Suites Tower Suites Apartments

$7,408 $6,790 $7,202 $7,500 $475/month + utilities

Total Investment Per Year

In-State Out-of-State

$14,070.92 $18,477.84

Academic Awards

Out-of-State Awards

(freshmen) President’s (competitive) Distinguished Scholars Academic Excellence Tower Scholarship Freshman Merit A+ Scholarship

$5,000 $2,500 $2,000 $1,500 $500 $1,500

(transfers) President’s (competitive) Distinguished Scholars Academic Transfer Merit

$5,000 $2,500 $1,500 $500

Cost worksheet, go to www.nwmissouri.edu/bursar/worksheets.htm •Northwest offers three equal semesters, Fall, Spring and Summer.

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(freshmen and transfers) Midwest Student Exchange $2,361 Out-of-State Award $2,361 Non-Resident Award $4,722 Need-Based Awards

American Dream Grant varies* Bearcat Grant varies* Northwest Grant varies* Adopt-a-Bearcat Scholarship $500

*based upon need and academic criteria, evaluated on an individual basis

northwest FRESHMeN academically As a four-year state university, Northwest has a moderately selective admission program. Our students performed well at the high school level academically.

■■ Nearly half of all Northwest freshmen ranked in the top 25% of their high school class

NORTHWEST FRESHMEN participation While in high school, our students were highly involved and have varied interests. They bring this same activity level to Northwest, where they are encouraged to continue their level of involvement in order to enrich their experience.

■■ 62% were active in varsity sports

■■ 44% had a 3.50 GPA or higher

■■ 56% were active in church/community service

■■ 50% bring in dual credit, Advanced Placement, College Level Examination Program or International Baccalaureate credit

■■ 50% were active in high school music ■■ 25% were active in student government

■■ 23% are interested in enrolling in honors courses

■■ 25% were active in high school newspaper, literary magazine, yearbook or TV/radio

■■ Nearly 200 ranked in the top 10% of their high school class

■■ 10% were active in speech/debate or mock trial

Student employment and Internships ■■ Over 1,100 student employment positions available ■■ A career pathing model allows for professional development and training opportunities ■■ 51.3% of undergraduates participated in at least one internship

Nearly half of all Nort hwest freshmen r anked in t he top 25% of th eir high sc hool class

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Monthly online chats

Join our monthly online chat sessions to get exciting, up-tothe minute information about Northwest. Talk directly with admission counselors, current Northwest students and other special guests. Each chat session will have a different focus so log on every month to see what’s new! All chats are 7:30-9:30 p.m. CST. www.nwmissouri.edu/ admissions/onlinechat.htm

2009 Tuesday, Aug. 25

General chat about Northwest Wednesday, Sept. 16

General chat about Northwest Tuesday, Oct. 6

Transfer student chat Tuesday, Nov. 24

Residential Life chat Wednesday, Dec. 9

General chat about Northwest

Financial Aid chat Wednesday, Feb. 3

General chat about Northwest Wednesday, Nov. 4

2010 Tuesday, Jan. 12

Northwest student life chat Tuesday, March 9

Financial Aid chat Wednesday, April 7

General chat about Northwest Tuesday, April 20

Transfer student chat

Wednesday, May 12

General chat about Northwest Tuesday, June 8

SOAR chat

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Undergraduate majors and degree programs Check out these sites for Four-Year Course Plans www.nwmissouri.edu/advisementassistance/4yearplan.htm and What Can I Do With An Interest In... www.nwmissouri.edu/advisementassistance/interest.htm. degrees Teac Undecided Bachelor of Arts Bachelor of Fine Arts Bachelor of Science Bachelor of Clinical Lab. Sciences Bachelor of Technology Two-Year Certificate Program Bachelor of Science in Education Deficiencies for Graduate Program NCATE Certification: available at all educational levels

majors - B.a., b.s.

Teac Undecided Advertising Agricultural Business Agricultural Economics Agricultural Science Agronomy Alternative Energy Animal Science Animal Science (Pre-Vet) Applied Advertising Art (also B.F.A.) Biology: Botany Biology: Cellular-Molecular Biology: Ecology Biology: Environmental Science Biology: General Biology Biology: Marine Biology Biology: Psychology Biology: Zoology Broadcasting Business: Accounting–Private Industry Accounting–Public Business Economics Business Management Finance: Corporate Finance Finance: Financial Computing Finance: Financial Mgmt Finance: Financial Services International Business Management Info. Systems Marketing Office Information Systems: Interactive Digital Media Management Chemistry ACS Chemistry Child and Family Studies Clinical Laboratory Sciences Computer Science Economics English Foods and Nutrition: Dietetics Foods and Nutrition: Restaurant and Food Service Mgmt. + program falls under Pre-Professional Zoology * RN to BSN completion program

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Geographic Info. Science: Civic/Public Data and Technology Earth Technology Geographic Geography Geology: Environmental Geology: General History Horticulture Humanities Industrial Psychology Interactive Digital Media: Comp. Science Concentration New Media Concentration Visual Imaging Concentration Journalism Mathematics Merchandising of Textiles, Apparel and Furnishings Music Organizational Communication Nanoscale Science: Nanoscale Biology Nanoscale Chemistry Nanoscale Physics Nursing* Philosophy Physics Political Science Pre-Professional Zoology+ Psychology Psychology/Sociology Public Administration Public Relations Recreation: Corporate Rec./Wellness Rec. & Park Management Therapeutic Recreation Sociology Sociology: Social Control Sociology: Social Foundations Spanish Speech Communication Statistics: Actuarial Science Statistics: Applied Mathematics Theatre Theatre: Performance Theatre: Technical Theatre and Design Wildlife Ecology & Conservation

Teaching/education Tea majors - B.s. ed c Agricultural Education Art Education Biology Education Business Education Chemistry Education Elementary Education English Education Family and Consumer Sciences Education

Instrumental Music Education: Non-Piano Piano Mathematics Education Middle School Physical Education Physics Education Social Science Spanish Special Ed.: Cross Categorical Speech/Theatre Education Unified Science: Biology Chemistry Earth Science Physics Vocal Music: Piano Vocal Music: Voice

PRE-PROFESSIONAL P PROGRAMS R Pre-Chiropractic+ Pre-Dental Hygiene Pre-Dentistry+ Pre-Engineering Pre-Forestry Pre-Law Pre-Medicine+ Pre-Mortuary Science Pre-Nursing+ Pre-Occupational Therapy Pre-Optometry Pre-Osteopathic & Allopathic Therapy Pre-Pharmacy+ Pre-Physical Therapy+ Pre-Podiatry Pre-Radiology Pre-Respiratory Therapy Pre-Speech Pathology Pre-Veterinary Medicine

Two-Year Certificate 2-Y Programs eP Farm Operation Information Systems Medical Administrative Assistant Office Systems

minors Teac Admin. of Child Care Programs Advertising Agricultural Science Agronomy Animal Science Art Biochemistry Biology Broadcasting Chemistry Coaching Commercial Agriculture

Communication: Public Relations Organizational Comm.

Speech Communication Comprehensive Crisis Response Computer Applications Computer Networking Computer Science Criminal Justice Dance Database Management Deaf Studies Economics Economic Development English English: Writing Environmental Science Family Life and Resource Mgmt.

Food Service General Business Geographic Information Systems Geography Geology Gerontology History Horticulture Humanities Interactive Digital Media International Studies Journalism Marketing and Cooperative Education Mathematical Sciences Military Science Music Nutrition Philosophy Physics Political Science Precision Agriculture Psychology Public Administration Public History Recreation Secondary Art Education Sociology Statistics Systems Management Theatre Visual Journalism

Teaching/education Tea minors c Art Elementary Biology Business Chemistry Early Childhood Earth Science English Health Mathematics Middle School Science Physics Spanish Speech/Theatre

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personal visits

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campus visit options

personal Visits (preferred option) Personal Visits consist of a 90-minute walking tour, guided by a Northwest Student Ambassador who will share his or her experiences at Northwest.

Destinations include academic buildings, classrooms and labs, dining facilities, the library, the student recreation center, a student’s room and if requested, we will do our best to arrange an appointment with a faculty member within your area of interest.

Personal Tours depart every hour on the hour from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday through Friday. saturday visits Saturday Visits are a great option if you are unable to visit during the week. Take the 90-minute walking tour and check out a classroom, dining facilities, the library and a student’s room. Academic and athletic appointments are not available.

Saturday visits begin at 10:30 and 11:30 a.m.

green and white visit days Green and White Visit Days are designed for students who are in the early stages of the college selection process. If you are looking for a general introduction to Northwest, this visit opportunity is right for you.

9-9:25 a.m.

Registration 9:25-10:15 a.m.

Admissions Overview & Student Panel 10:15-11:30 a.m.

Group Tour of Campus (5-6 families in a group) 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Departmental & Student Services Fair 12:30 p.m.

Financial Aid & Scholarship Session

Contact Northwest: 800.633.1175 www.nwmissouri.edu/admissions

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Financial Aid

660.562.1363 finaid@nwmissouri.edu

Residential Life

660.562.1214 reslife@nwmissouri.edu

Students with Disabilities 800.633.1175 ada@nwmissouri.edu

Northwest Missouri State University Office of Admissions 800 University Drive Maryville, MO 64468-6001 locally 660.562.1562 fax 660.562.1121 e-mail admissions@nwmissouri.edu

www.nwmissouri.edu 1.800.633.1175

Disclaimer All statements in this publication concerning requirements, programs, dates, rules, fees and policies are subject to constant review and change without notice. The material in this publication is provided for informational purposes and does not constitute a contract.

Production 7/09 This publication was written, illustrated, designed and produced by the Office of University Relations at Northwest Missouri State University, in cooperation with the Office of Admissions and the Office of Scholarships and Financial Assistance.