Application Process
How to apply
Missouri State University offers the next president the privilege of embracing a great
history and being part of a unique, student-focused academic community. To assure
best consideration, applications should be received by November 1, 2023.
The application should include a letter of interest addressing the applicant’s background in relationship to qualifications described; a resume, and the names of five professional references with each person’s position, office or home address, e-mail address and telephone numbers. References will not be contacted without prior authorization from the applicant. It is anticipated that the new president will begin service to Missouri State University by September 2024.
The application should include a letter of interest addressing the applicant’s background in relationship to qualifications described; a resume, and the names of five professional references with each person’s position, office or home address, e-mail address and telephone numbers. References will not be contacted without prior authorization from the applicant. It is anticipated that the new president will begin service to Missouri State University by September 2024.
Step 1: Complete the Information Form
Step 2: Send your resume packet to PresidentialSearch@MissouriState.edu
Timeline
|
Date |
Task |
|
September 6, 2023 |
President Smart’s public announcement to retire in 2024 / Application window open |
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September 20, 2023 |
Search Committee approved at the Board of Governors meeting |
|
October 2, 2023 |
Qualifications Input forum from 12:15 -1:30 at the PSU Theater/Zoom |
|
November 1, 2023 |
First date of consideration |
|
November - December 2023 |
Search Committee meets to select semi-finalists |
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January 2024 |
Search Committee completes semi-finalists interviews |
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February 2024 |
Finalists will be on campus for interviews |
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March 2024 |
Board of Governors selects new president |