Northwest Missouri State University

It is moderately difficult to get into Northwest Missouri State University. The university admitted 86% of all applicants in 2022. Out of 7,040 applications received in 2023, 6,024 students were offered admission.

If you are planning on applying to Northwest Missouri State University, the fee for the application is $25.

Northwest Missouri State University Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of Northwest Missouri State University's admissions stats.

Northwest Missouri State University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.4
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	18%
Mean SAT Score	1032
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	4%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	96%
Waitlist	No

Northwest Missouri State University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Northwest Missouri State University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–

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Applying Early to Northwest Missouri State University?

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Northwest Missouri State University does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ Find a list of some competetive colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Northwest Missouri State University Admissions

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Transferring to Northwest Missouri State University

It is not difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to Northwest Missouri State University

Northwest Missouri State University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into Northwest Missouri State University?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are they consider most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at Northwest Missouri State University

What does Northwest Missouri State University consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Class Rank	Very Important
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Academic GPA	Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
Interview	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
State Residency	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Considered

Make sure to check with Northwest Missouri State University for more information on admission factors.

Northwest Missouri State University Application Requirements

To apply to Northwest Missouri State University, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with Northwest Missouri State University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Interview	–	–	√	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.0	–	–
Other Requirements	√	–	–	minimum SAT score of 980 or ACT Composite of 21
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Northwest Missouri State University?

Students admitted to Northwest Missouri State University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4.

Out of all students that were admitted, 98% submitted a class rank. At Northwest Missouri State University 18% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 43% were in the top 25% and 78% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Northwest Missouri State University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	–
3.75 and 3.99	37%
3.50 and 3.74	21%
3.25 and 3.49	18%
3.00 and 3.24	11%
2.50 and 2.9	10%
2.00 and 2.49	3%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Northwest Missouri State University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Northwest Missouri State University is a test optional school. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 4% of Northwest Missouri State University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 96% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Northwest Missouri State University?

To be competitive with other Northwest Missouri State University applicants, you should strive to score between 975 and 1123 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Northwest Missouri State University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1123 and 25% of scored lower than 975, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Northwest Missouri State University student is 1032.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Northwest Missouri State University students scored 572.5 or higher and 75% of students scored 470 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Northwest Missouri State University students scored 560 or higher, and 75% scored a 470 or higher.

To be most competitive at Northwest Missouri State University, you should strive to earn between 19 and 24 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 24 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Northwest Missouri State University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 24, and three out of four students scored lower than 24 on the ACT.

A 19 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Northwest Missouri State University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 19.

More Information on Transferring to Northwest Missouri State University

For transfer students, it is not difficult to get admitted to Northwest Missouri State University. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Northwest Missouri State University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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Northwest Missouri State University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Northwest Missouri State University?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Northwest Missouri State University.

Does Northwest Missouri State University accept transfer credits?

✅ Northwest Missouri State University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Northwest Missouri State University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does Northwest Missouri State University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Northwest Missouri State University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Northwest Missouri State University?

❌ No, Northwest Missouri State University is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If you have higher than average scores, you should strongly consider submitting them. If your scores are average or below average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is Northwest Missouri State University's acceptance rate?

✅ Northwest Missouri State University has an acceptance rate of 86%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Northwest Missouri State University?

❌ Northwest Missouri State University does not offer early decision.

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