Missouri Western State University

Check in with Missouri Western State University's admissions department to confirm any application fees and information.

Students who apply to Missouri Western State College for fall semester should anticipate a decision by August 1.

Missouri Western State College Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of Missouri Western State College's admissions stats.

Missouri Western State College 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.2
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	7%
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	4%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	71%
Waitlist	No

Missouri Western State University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Missouri Western State University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	Info Not Available	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	No	––	––

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Considering Applying Early to Missouri Western State College?

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Missouri Western State University may or may not offer early admission, however the school has not provided any application information. Check with Missouri Western State College directly for more information about early applications.

➡️ See a list of some selective colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Missouri Western State University Admissions

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How Challenging Is It To Get Admitted to Missouri Western State College?

It is not competitive to get into Missouri Western State College.

In 2021, Missouri Western State College accepted 87% of all applicants, about 1,863 of the 2,146 students who applied.

Schools that are not competitive to get into, like Missouri Western State College, accept virtually all applicants regardless of high school rank or test scores. Admissions to nursing, computer science, education, criminal justice, leisure management, math, history, political science, social work programs is program moderately difficult.

Transferring to Missouri Western State University

For more information on transferring to Missouri Western State University, contact the school directly.

For Students Waitlisted to Missouri Western State College

Missouri Western State College has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into Missouri Western State College?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing 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 creating 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 prioritize the admissions factors where you're strong. Curious about the factors that are considered by Missouri Western State College during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Make sure to check with Missouri Western State College for more information on admission factors.

Missouri Western State College 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Missouri Western State College, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with Missouri Western State College's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement
Interview
Transcript(S) of College Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)
Transcript of High School Record	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Missouri Western State College?

Students admitted to Missouri Western State College have an average unweighted GPA of 3.2.

Out of all students that were admitted, 40% submitted a class rank. At Missouri Western State College 7% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 15% were in the top 25% and 50% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

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

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	12.2%
3.75 and 3.99	16.9%
3.50 and 3.74	16.9%
3.25 and 3.49	10.2%
3.00 and 3.24	11.5%
2.50 and 2.9	16%
2.00 and 2.49	11.5%

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 Missouri Western State College directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects 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

Missouri Western State College looks at standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

Missouri Western State College 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 Missouri Western State College's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 71% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Missouri Western State College?

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Missouri Western State College students scored 565 or higher and 75% of students scored 427.5 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Missouri Western State College students scored 532.5 or higher, and 75% scored a 427.5 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for Missouri Western State College?

To be most competitive at Missouri Western State College, you should strive to earn between 16 and 22 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 22 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Missouri Western State College's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 22, and three out of four students scored lower than 22 on the ACT.

A 16 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Missouri Western State College students. Only one out of every four students scored below 16.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to Missouri Western State University

Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Missouri Western State College during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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Missouri Western State College Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Missouri Western State College?

❌ Students who are admitted to Missouri Western State College must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department.

Does Missouri Western State College accept transfer credits?

✅ Missouri Western State College accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Missouri Western State College accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does Missouri Western State College accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Missouri Western State College accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Missouri Western State College?

❌ No, Missouri Western State College is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you may want to send them. If your scores are average or below average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is Missouri Western State College's acceptance rate?

✅ Missouri Western State College's acceptance rate is 87%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Missouri Western State College?

🟨 Missouri Western State College may or may not offer early decision. The school has not provided any information on early decision including ED acceptance rates.

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