Missouri Western State University

It is not competitive to get into Missouri Western State University. Missouri Western State University admitted 87% of all applicants in 2022. Out of 2,140 applications received in 2023, 1,860 students were offered admission.

Reach out to Missouri Western State University's admissions department to confirm any application fees and information.

Students who submit their applications to Missouri Western State University for fall should receive an admissions decision no later than August 1.

Missouri Western State University Admissions Stats at a Glance

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

Missouri Western State University 2023	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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Want to Apply Early to Missouri Western State University?

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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 University directly for more information about early applications.

➡️ Discover 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 To Get Into Missouri Western State University

Getting into Missouri Western State College is not competitive.

In 2022, Missouri Western State College accepted 87% of all applicants, around 1,860 of the 2,140 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 University

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

What Does Missouri Western State University Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining 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 prioritize the areas where you shine. Curious about the factors that are considered by Missouri Western State University 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 University for more information on admission factors.

Missouri Western State University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Missouri Western State University, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with Missouri Western State University'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 University?

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

Out of all students that were admitted, 40% submitted a class rank. At Missouri Western State University 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 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

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

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Missouri Western State University 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 University students scored 532.5 or higher, and 75% scored a 427.5 or higher.

To be most competitive at Missouri Western State University, 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 University'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 University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 16.

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 University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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Missouri Western State University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Missouri Western State University?

❌ Students who are admitted to Missouri Western State University 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 University accept transfer credits?

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

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

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

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

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

❌ No, Missouri Western 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 it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is Missouri Western State University's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for Missouri Western State University is 87%.

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

🟨 Missouri Western State University 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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