Be more than a volunteer. Earn course credit for service.
Student Resources
Why do service-learning?
Due to the nature of working with community partners, the projects and coursework is not theoretical. The relationship with community partners ensures that students are working on projects that have real causes, barriers and impacts.
So, not only is the learning applicable to the material in an academic course, students are being actively shown how their learning connects to a real-world scenario.
How to find a service-learning course in Schedule Search
You can use the Course Schedule Search function to view service-learning courses by attribute.
A Service-Learning Journey with Nick Lantz
Path to professional
Everything you need to know if you are interested in joining or if you are already enrolled in a 1-credit service-learning course
Everything you need to know about service-learning that is embedded in a course and controlled by the professor
Explore organizations you can partner with for 1-credit service-learning, or research organizations for work in an integrated service-learning course
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do I need service-learning?
Some programs require one or two experiential learning courses to graduate - 1-credit
service-learning counts as such. Otherwise, you may not need service-learning to graduate, but it is strongly recommended.
What’s the cost of a 1-credit service-learning course?
$267 (Missouri resident) and $572 (Non-Missouri resident). For more information, visit
the office of the Registrar: Detailed Tuition and Fees - Office of the Registrar - Missouri State University
Can I count the 40 hours of service towards my scholarship hours?
16 hours can be counted toward service hours for scholarships, as set by the Financial
Aid office: Financial Aid - Missouri State University
Why are there two types of service-learning courses?
The two types of service-learning allow professors and students different options
for getting experiential learning. Because it requires direct contact to start, 1-credit
service-learning is what we are talking about the most on this webpage. But you can
learn more on our "about" page: About - Citizenship and Service-Learning - Missouri State
Do I get a letter grade for the 1-credit service-learning course?
It depends on which department the course is offered through. Some receive letter
grades and count toward your GPA while others receive a Pass/No Pass grade and do
not count towards your GPA. Your advisor will be able to help you figure this out.
Can I take multiple service-learning courses in a semester?
Yes, as long as you are also enrolled in the corresponding designate courses and are
able to complete the 40 hours of service for each 1-credit course you take.
What am I graded on for the service-learning course?
Completion of the 40 hours of service and a reflection assignment given by your professor.
They may also take into consideration the performance evaluation from your supervisor
at the organization you partner with.
Can I do my service-learning at more than 1 organization?
Yes, but we advise you to limit to no more than 2 so you have enough time to spend
at the organizations and get a good overall experience.