About us
The Northwest Missouri State University, or NWMSU, is a distinguished institution of higher learning based in Maryville, Missouri and was founded in 1905. Known for the successful student outcomes of its approach, NWMSU enrols over 127 undergraduate programs and 40 graduate programs with an emphasis on profession-based education for successful student practice in the job market.
The university's beautiful 370-acre campus is also recognised as the official Missouri State Arboretum for trees and beautiful scenes. NWMSU's performance places it at a very respectable position in the current 2025 PUI category; Regional Universities Midwest ranked 67, and Top Public Schools ranked 20. The Higher Learning Commission and other programmatic accreditations, such as bodies, accredit it.
Quick Facts Northwest Missouri State University
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Details
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Established
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1905
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Location
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Maryville, Missouri, USA
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Campus Size
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370 acres
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Academic Programs
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127 undergraduate, 40 graduate
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Accreditations
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Higher Learning Commission
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U.S. News Rankings
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#67 Regional Midwest, #20 Public
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Employment Rate
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95% within six months
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Financial Support
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$22M scholarships; laptops/texts
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