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So much to see and do, <b>Day One.</b>
So much to see and do, Day One.
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Video of campus life scenes: students walking together; student in chemistry lab; students operating camera during football game; students providing assistance during emergency management reenactment; sorority students cheer during Bid Day as they await membership invitations; men's basketball team and fans celebrate after win; students working together to catch and identify insects; female student in graduation gown; sun setting behind the Bell Tower.

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The right size to make your own path, feel valued in the classroom and join the family.
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We offer 200+ major programs. Our award-winning faculty provide mentorship and cutting-edge education experiences that connect students to research and career opportunities worldwide.

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Top 10 Majors by Enrollment

  1. Business Management
  2. Elementary Education
  3. Psychology
  4. Agricultural Business
  5. Early Childhood Education
  1. Applied Health Science
  2. Computer Science
  3. Biomedical Science
  4. Human Services
  5. Marketing
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It’s FAFSA season
Achieve your dreams by filling out the FAFSA and unlocking the potential for federal aid.
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Enhanced Scholarships
Merit scholarship tiers expanded to save students as much as $6,000 annually.
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Better In-State Rates
with the Bearcat Advantage, out-of-state students are eligible for a $8,052 scholarship with a 2.75 GPA and above.
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Missouri students can receive $1,500
with the A+ Scholarship if you attend an eligible A+ Missouri High School.
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Attend Tuition-free
Through the Northwest Promise, qualified students can receive a helping hand toward achieving their educational goals.
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We offer resources for veterans
and dependents of veterans.
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It's different here. We know it, welcome it, and we thrive on it.
9,664 total students
21:1 student-faculty ratio
97% employed or in grad school
150+ student clubs & organizations

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Inauguration of Tatum set for April 19 in Bearcat Arena

Inauguration of Tatum set for April 19 in Bearcat Arena

The inauguration ceremony will begin at 1:30 p.m. in Bearcat Arena. The event is open to the public and free to attend.

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