Visitors Guide

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Navigate Missouri State University

Welcome to campus! Let's help you find your way.

Directions to Missouri State

Select the general area from which you will be traveling or enter a custom starting point and we'll map your path to our Welcome Center.

Custom start point

A family in BearWear sitting by the fountain.

Where to park

You've got several options for parking.

  • Visitor spots at the Welcome Center.
  • Designated lots around campus.
  • Metered spaces.

Places to park and visitor permits

On campus

Explore the land of Bears

Once you're here, there is plenty to do. Swing by the Plaster Student Union for food and fun, visit popular landmarks and then hit up the bookstore for goodies to take home.
A busy food court in the Plaster Student Union

Plaster Student Union

The campus hub for food, events, retail and more.
Bear Line shuttle.

Transportation

Find resources and information that will help you get around.
Missouri State Bookstore entrance

Missouri State Bookstore

Not just books. Shop for BearWear and merchandise.
A maroon Missouri State University flag flies in front of the Bear statue during Bear Bash.

Campus calendar

Check out what's happening.
A group of students holding food containers and smiling at the camera at a campus event.
Food
Where the Bears eat. Find places, menus and operating hours.
Logistics and leisure

Enjoy your time in Springfield

Beyond campus, Springfield has many hidden gems waiting to be discovered.

Springfield Hotel Accommodations

Discounted rates are available. Just ask for the "Missouri State Friends and Family Rate."

Our community: Springfield and the Ozarks

Enjoy the outdoors, catch a show or game and make yourself at home.

Springfield's food scene

Best known for cashew chicken. Whatever you're craving, Springfield has it.