Northwest Admissions | Northwest Missouri State University

Northwest is focused on student success — every student, every day.

No matter what your future holds, we have everything you need to begin your journey toward a bright future.

Which type of student are you?

First-Year Student

I'm a high school senior or first-time student seeking a bachelor's degree.

Transfer

I'm an undergraduate student transferring with existing credits.

Online

I'm an undergraduate student interested in earning my online degree.

Graduate

I'm seeking a master's degree, specialist degree or graduate certificate.

International

I'm a non-U.S. citizen seeking an undergraduate or graduate degree.

Continuing Education

I'm seeking courses and programs online or in Kansas City to further my education or career.

It's FAFSA Time!

Most Bearcats receive some form of scholarship or need-based aid after filing the FAFSA, making their educational goals more attainable. The FAFSA opened on Dec. 1, 2024, for the 2025-2026 academic year.

Check out our FAFSA guide

Scholarship Opportunities

For Fall 2025, Northwest is focused on providing new students a more affordable path toward degree completion by:

enhancing merit-based scholarships
assisting out-of-state students through its Bearcat Advantage
and supporting students with identified financial need

View Cost & Affordability

Bearcats Succeed

Join the 95% of Bearcats who graduate with a job

or continue their education within six months.

Career Ready, Day One

Find what sparks your curiosity.

We offer 160+ major programs. See which major is right for you!

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