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Make Your Missouri Statement

It's your time to be heard.

Commencement

The big moment is here

It’s the best time of year: Celebrating #BearGrads. You can catch all spring 2022 commencement ceremonies in person or online.

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NCAA Softball Tournament

Primed for the postseason

Thanks to a conference championship last weekend, the Softball Bears earned a spot in the national tournament. First up: Missouri State vs. Mizzou at 1 p.m. May 20 in Columbia, Mo.
Missouri State softball team posing to fans in the stands

 

Academics

Majors and programs

An education at Missouri State prepares you for lifetime success. Whether you need a major, graduate degree or certificate, our programs are built to meet your needs.
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Aerial view of campus featuring Carrington Hall.
Experience campus
Take a tour - in person or virtual

You can explore campus from anywhere. Set a time to visit in person, explore campus yourself on a virtual tour or join others on a Zoom info session. Discover the places where you’ll live, learn and hang out.

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Careers
Explore career outcomes

Ready to take your place in a bigger world, and be a part of a bigger conversation? With a degree from Missouri State, you will.

What sets us apart

professional doctoral programs

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Plus 90+ undergraduate majors, 60+ graduate programs, 170+ certificates and 37 degree types.
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Diversity

27%

Increase in underrepresented groups over the past five years
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Admissions

23,618

Students enrolled at the Missouri State, Springfield campus
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Access

Help for your academic journey

Your access to Missouri State is better than ever. Apply for free. Get free dual credit. Take online classes. Find out how easy it is to become a Bear.

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Explore scholarships and financial aid

Find out what's available to you.

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Apply for free

Undergraduates can apply for free on our website or the Common App.

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Earn dual credit

Qualified students can earn free college credit while in high school.

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Discover Bear POWER

Check out the inclusive program that makes college possible for all.

  • Meet a Citizen Bear

    How to become an industry insider

    Fashion pro José Orellana never forgets his roots. From New York City, he mentors current Bears.

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    José Orellana standing with arms spread in a room full of cloths and fabrics. Photo by Steve Lipofsky.
  • Meet a Citizen Bear

    Ready to serve his community

    Designing highways and bridges isn't enough for Luther Harris. He wants to bring a fresh mindset into civil engineering.

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    Gabe Purdy inside O’Reilly Clinical Health Sciences Center on Missouri State campus.
  • Meet a Citizen Bear

    Protecting the animals

    For Jacqueline Durant, each day on the job offers something new. It's why she can't wait to become a veterinarian.

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    Jacqueline Durant petting a black and white cat while smiling at the camera.

What’s new at Missouri State

Discover the latest stories, upcoming events and other things going on in our community. From alumni across the world to students right here in Springfield, stay in the know about everything Missouri State.

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For the turtles

From tropical Belize to swampy waters back home, these Bears study turtles day and night. Their work has earned global recognition.
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Scholarship boost: More students eligible for free money
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What influences our emotions?
Dr Jenifer Roberts taking notes during student presentations in class

Class project yields big payoffs
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Take an early peek into the teaching field

Mark your calendar

Find out what's coming up and how you can get involved.

May

20

Spring Commencement
Celebrate Bear Grads
June

13

Summer semester begins
Explore summer academic calendar
June

14

Staff Awards Luncheon
Plan to attend
Onward, Upward

When you give back, we all move forward

Go Onward, Upward
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