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Can I get all the classes I need for my graduate program at the Northwest KC Center in Liberty?
Yes, all of the courses required for one of the Master's/Specialist Programs advertised at the Northwest KC Center are available on site in Liberty.
How long will it take to complete my Master's Program?
All programs operate on the open cohort basis, which means that you may enter a program any given trimester. Depending on how quickly you want to progress, it is possible to complete a Master's Program of 32 hours in 18 months to 2 years. For a variety of reasons (time commitments, finances, etc.), you may desire to take longer than this amount of time.
What is the cost per graduate credit hour?
The fee schedule for one graduate credit hour can be located on the Fee Schedule page.
Do I have to take the GRE (Graduate Record Exam)?
Some graduate programs do list the GRE as a requirement for admission to the program. There are several programs, however, that have substituted other requirements for the GRE. It is very important that you read the admission requirements for their programs very carefully to determine if the GRE is still listed as a requirement for admission.
When and where can I take the GRE (Graduate Record Exam)?
For more information on testing centers, dates, and times, please refer to the ETS web site.
DAE stands for Departmental Admission Exam. The DAE is used as a requirement for admission in both the Education Leadership Program and the Teacher Leadership Program. If you have taught two or more years, you may take the DAE rather than the GRE. The DAE is given at the Center at no cost to you.
What is the writing assessment and when do I take it?
The writing assessment is a requirement for admission in every Master's level program. You will provide a sample of your writing skills by responding to a prompt provided by their specific department. The sample is evaluated on the basis of your ability to express your thoughts in written form, and your ability to demonstrate mastery of basic writing skills such as punctuation, spelling and grammar. Two separate dates are provided each trimester from which you can choose to satisfy this requirement.
What should I do if I want to begin a graduate program and enroll in classes?
If you are interested in applying to Graduate School and enrolling in classes, you should begin by completing the Application for Graduate Studies. Application forms are also available at the Kansas City Center. In addition to submitting an application, you should contact the school where you did your undergraduate/graduate work to request that your transcripts be sent to Northwest. These transcripts must be official copies. After these two steps have been taken, you are eligible to enroll in classes. Assistance is available at the Center for enrollment.
When do I pay for classes in which I enroll?
You will receive a confirmation of enrollment in the mail. This confirmation will not include the dates and times of classes. The University will process each registration form and you will be notified by mail of your enrollment in specific classes. The enrollment form will be forwarded to the Bursar's Office where fees will be determined and an invoice will be sent to you.
Can I enroll for classes online?
You may enroll online for the upcoming trimester if you are enrolled in classes during the present semester and have received your Alternate PIN from your advisor.
Will all of the coursework, tests, and advisement be available at the Kansas City Center?
Yes, please refer to the calendar for more information on Advisement Nights.
What are the University entry requirements for the M.B.A. program?
Do all students have to take the GMAT?
All students are required to take the GMAT unless they would like to petition to waive the requirement due to extensive work experience. Each petition is considered on a case by case basis.
GMAT Requirements:
- Formula used: 200 x undergraduate GPA + GMAT must = or < 950
Must I have all prerequisites before beginning the program?
It depends upon which courses are needed as prerequisites. To meet candidacy requirements certain prerequisites need to be met. Your advisor will be able to identify these.
When will I become eligible for candidacy to the MBA?
Within the first 15 hours of graduate course work you will need to:
- Meet all prerequisites with a B or above
- Take and submit writing sample (given at Kansas City Center, check the calendar)
- Have no less than a 3.0 grade point from courses taken
- Have an Approved Program Form (APF) submitted
- Your advisor will complete this for you and will have you sign it
- You will be given a copy of this form for your records
Are there waivers for the comprehensive exam requirement?
Yes, if you score well on the ETS exam during your Executive Seminar class, you may be granted a waiver for the comprehensive exam.
How do I begin a MBA program with Northwest Missouri State University at Kansas City?
Come in to one of our advisement evenings shown on the calendar of events or contact Becky Smith in the office of Booth College of Business and Professional Studies at (660) 562-1277 or e-mail mba@nwmissouri.edu.
Once I have enrolled into a course, when will I be billed?
Your bill will be mailed around the 25th of each month. Payment is due by the 15th of each month.
What is Bearcat Break and how do I know if I qualify?
Bearcat Break means there is no out-of-state tuition charged for residents of the following Kansas and Oklahoma counties:
- Kansas -- Atchison, Johnson, Leavenworth, Miami and Wyandotte
- Oklahoma -- Craig, Delaware and Ottawa
If you work in Missouri and live out-of-state in counties other than those previously listed, you and your dependents are eligible to have the nonresident portion of your tuition waived. The nonresident portion of the incidental fee will be waived up to the amount of Missouri taxes paid. To receive this credit, you must submit the name of the student whose account is to be credited and a copy of your previous year's Missouri taxes to the Bursar's Office via fax at (660) 562-1400 or mail it to:
Bursar's Office
Administration Building
Northwest Missouri State University
800 University Drive
Maryville, MO 64468
Who do I contact to drop a course for which I have already enrolled?
You can either drop a course using CatPAWs or call the Outreach office at (660) 562-1476. You are not automatically dropped from the course for non-attendance or not submitting coursework.
How do I know what grade I received in a course?
You may access your grades online or order transcripts from the Registrar's office.
To access your grades and unofficial transcripts online:
- Visit CatPAWS
- Select "Enter Secure Area" and proceed to the next page where you will enter your student ID (919######); for your Pin number, use either the last 6 digits of your ID number or your birthday in MMDDYY format
- Once you have logged in, proceed to Student and Financial Aid
- Select Student Records
- Select Academic Transcript
- Submit the next page by leaving All Levels and Web selected in the drop down boxes
To order a copy of you transcript please contact the Registrar’s office at (660) 562-1596 or print a request online.
What is CatPAWS and how do I log in?
CatPAWS is an online resource for students to access class schedules, transcripts, current bills & grade reports, etc.
- Visit CatPAWS
- Select "Enter Secure Area" and proceed to the next page where you will enter your student ID (919######); for your Pin number, use either the last 6 digits of your ID number or your birthday in MMDDYY format
How do I access my Northwest email?
Email login and passwords are the same as those used for university computers on campus. Enter your new S2# only and newly created password to log on to a campus computer. This username is provided so that you can gain access to the computing services provided by Northwest. By logging onto this account, you are accepting Northwest Missouri State University's computer policies as stated in the User's Guide. Should you have problems or questions regarding your University-assigned e-mail account please contact Marolyn Alloway, Data Processing Manager, at (660) 562-1131 or marolyn@nwmissouri.edu.
What is eCompanion and how do I log in?
eCompanion is used for online courses and to supplement face to face courses.
To log on to eCompanion:
- Visit Northwest Missouri State University
- Select "eCompanion" from the Quick Tools menu
- Enter your S2# as the UserID
- Continuing students: Your password is your Social Security number with no dashes
- For new students: Your password is your 919# with no dashes
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