Admissions Overview
The admission process at Northwest Missouri State University has a 86% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Northwest Missouri State University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
86%
Less Selective
Application Volume
6,834
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
18%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Northwest Missouri State University has a 86% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Northwest Missouri State University evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$0
No application fee required
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredWork Experience
Not ConsideredLegacy Status
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Northwest Missouri State University. About 2% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 970 to 1,200. Additionally, about 76% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 18 to 23.
SAT Scores
2% of students submitted400
1600
970 – 1200
200
800
480 – 600
200
800
490 – 600
ACT Scores
76% of students submitted1
36
18 – 23
1
36
16 – 23
1
36
16 – 23
Admission Statistics
6,834 students applied to Northwest. Of those, 86% were accepted (5,871 students). Of these 5,871 accepted students, 1,035 chose to enroll.
6,834
Total Applicants
5,871
Students Admitted
1,035
Students Enrolled
86%
Acceptance Rate