Why Missouri State

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Follow Your Passion

Academic excellence

Leena Shadid at the MSU Library

185+

undergraduate academic options

50+

graduate degrees

"I came in undeclared but took science classes to get ready. Then I took Political Science 101. … At that point, I knew I was interested in law school. I had heard political science will teach you to read, write and think — I thought, what better major for someone wanting to go to law school?" Leena Shadid Political science major from Kansas City, Mo.

Our public affairs mission

Christine Adams with books

1,500+

students from other countries on the Springfield campus

“Missouri State is one of few colleges that offer Chinese as a minor. … I also came because the public affairs mission stood out to me. I wanted to be with students who wanted to better themselves and the world around them.” Christina Adams French and hospitality/restaurant administration major from Winthrop Harbor, Ill.

Unbeatable value

Alonzo Perez enjoys time with friends

Lower

cost than state and national averages

"I came here for business and it's a great business school and a major university, even though the price is cheaper than other schools in the area." Alonzo Perez Marketing major from Monett, Mo.

Career success

Ashleigh Eddelbuttel works at her internship

Largest

internship program in the state

"I went to my advisor, who walked me through every possible major and helped me figure out what I like and don’t like. … My teachers all love what they do. They are excited and that makes me excited to learn from them. They want you to succeed!" Ashleigh Eddelbuttel Communication sciences and disorders major from Bentonville, Ark.

Find Your Place

Live and learn

Nick Saverino shows off his residence hall

9

residence halls for a variety of living and dining options

"Personally, I love the residence halls. They help if you're a little lazy — I don't have to wake up any earlier than I have to; I can get up right before class and walk there. Plus I made a lot of friends through living in the hall." Nick Saverino Media production major from St. Joseph, Mo.

The experience

Arianna Johnson spends time with her favorite student organization

300+

student organizations

"If there's something you have seen people doing that looks interesting, just go after it — you will be surprised how easy it is. … There is something for everyone." Arianna Johnson Psychology and gerontology major from Kansas City, Mo.

Apply or transfer

Jake Lamkins transferred here

47 percent

of Missouri State undergraduate students are transfer students

"Every one of my credits transferred. It worked out great for me. My transfer representative answered all of my questions — and I was there a lot." Jake Lamkins Administrative management major from Lebanon, Mo.

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