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Northwest Missouri State Univ. (Northwest) Reviews

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  • 14 out of 14 people found this review useful.

    Rebecca from Brandon, SD

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am enjoying being here

    I absolutely love my college! I made so many friends and have had a great time. For being such a small town, there is almost always something to do and someone to hang out with. And the campus is super pretty!
    Bang for the buck

    Im out of state so my freshman year was pretty expensive, but there are scholarships available if you ask for help, and there are a lot more available for sophomores and up.
    Tips for prospective students

    do not go home every weekend. the weekend is the best time to hang out in the dorms and meet everyone.

  • 5 out of 5 people found this review useful.

    Alisha from Blue Springs, MO

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    Northwest has a lot of different offices around campus that can help you if you are struggling with any class you are in. There is no reason that you shouldn't be able to succeed here!
    Am enjoying being here

    I love that Northwest has a beautiful campus! Walking between classes isn't always the nicest when it's hot outside, but you always have beautiful trees to look at and you can just enjoy the amazing scenery.
    Bang for the buck

    Northwest is moderately expensive school for it's size, but it is all totally worth it! I have applied for many scholarships that are helping along the way and I am loving it.
    Tips for prospective students

    If you are looking at going to Northwest, a big thing to look at is the class size. Here at Northwest, the class size in a normal class is about 25 people unless you are in a lecture hall. It is a lot easier to come to a college where you only have 25 people in your class and your teachers still know your name and you feel important. When you are in a study hall and there are 60+ people in there a professor isn't for sure going to know your name and that is a big thing to some people that they don't realize when they start off looking at colleges. Another main thing that is great about Northwest is that everyone really wants you to succeed here, the teachers have office hours every week. That means that a teacher will be in there office and you can walk in or make an appointment with them to talk about anything you arent understanding in the class. There are so many different resorces on campus, unless you completely didn't try, you would succeed here!
    Great for these types of students

    All students are welcome at Northwest, there are many different sports, intermurals, activities, greek life, most anything you can think of you can get involved with here!

  • 4 out of 4 people found this review useful.

    Whitney from Kansas City, MO

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    I really have learned a lot in my first semester here. Of course I have learned information from my classes, but I also learned things about myself. I learned that you should room with someone you know because it can turn out to ruin your friendship. When it comes to classes there are so many options to help you if you are struggling, which is one thing that I would suggest taking advantage of.
    Am enjoying being here

    I love my college. I have made many new friends, who I wouldn't be able to get through classes without. People are friendly there I think that is because everyone kind of in the same boat. We all want to do our best and make life long friends while we are here.
    Bang for the buck

    I'm not going to lie, college is expensive. Everyone knows that. However, many scholarships are offered if you ask for them. The school also uses very up-to-date technology and provides each student with their own laptop. So in the end it seems that even though you are paying a lot of money its worth it.
    Tips for prospective students

    Go out and have fun. A lot of people who don't like it here don't go out with friends. You can go to the movies, go bowling, and when its warm you can go to the lake and hang out with friends. Studying is important but every once in a while you need to take a break and let yourself have a little fun.
    Great for these types of students

    Northwest is good for any type of student. The school is known for its amazing education program. So if you are looking into becoming a teacher, Northwest would be a good choice to consider.

  • 3 out of 3 people found this review useful.

    Megan from Maryville, MO

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    I have learned so much during my freshman year here at Northwest Missouri State University. Not only are my professors great at what they do, but they do a great job of making themselves available to help you as much as they can. There are always tutors available as well, so if you are falling behind in anything, there is always someone available to help. College has been a great time for me to learn how to manage study time and social time together.
    Am enjoying being here

    I have met so many people here at NWMSU. Most of my closest friends I have met live on my floor. There are many opportunities to get involved on campus and meet others as well, including Greek life, intramural sports, religious groups, clubs, and many other groups.
    Bang for the buck

    Being an out of state student, my tuition was a little high, however, there are lots of opprotunites to lower your tuition. For example if you keep a 3.0 GPA for your first 24 credit hours, your tuition is reduced to in-state. There are many other opportunities to lower tuition costs such as becoming a Residential Assistant, which gives you free room and board, and also a free meal plan, adding up to nearly 3,000!
    Tips for prospective students

    Come visit! As soon as I did, I knew I'd fit in. Also, don't go home a lot until you have a good friend base. You meet so many people on the weekends! Also, although they are not as nice, the high rise dorms allow you to meet so many people, especially when you leave your door open!
    Great for these types of students

    Great for business students and education students!

  • 3 out of 3 people found this review useful.

    Arianna from Kansas City, MO

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    My experience with the learning process at NWMSU are very optimistic. The interaction with students and teachers are overwhelming.
    Am enjoying being here

    I absolutely love NWMSU I would'nt change universities if the world's stake depended upon it. I have a numerous amount of friends attending and I overall love the campus environment.
    Bang for the buck

    NWMSU is not a high-priced institution. It is very affordable and there is a mass amount of financial opportunities available.
    Tips for prospective students

    A major tip for students considering NWMSU would be to bring a lot of winter gear because it does get cold.
    Great for these types of students

    This institution is great for students who love to interact with others, students who don't mind being a little chilly during the winter season, students who love a beautiful environment, and students who would love to be able to interact during classes and be able to have one-to-one time with their proffesors.

  • 3 out of 3 people found this review useful.

    Raymond from Valley Park, MO

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    I am being given the educational challenge I desire and not only am I doing what I need to to pass with good grades but the teaching strategies used by the Professors help what I learn in class to be retained afterwards.
    Am enjoying being here

    There are lots of interesting people meet here. There are plenty of opportunities to meet new friends and gain new acquaintances. The small city makes the experience better because you can seen more people more often.
    Bang for the buck

    The school has some of the most top of the line equipment in the CIE building and education wise you are getting what you pay for. Not to mention the food is decent and reasonably priced.
    Tips for prospective students

    Be prepared for the challenges the teachers will throw at you, and be ready to have fun. I have yet to go a day without there being something interesting and fun to do.
    Great for these types of students

    This college is great for students who are looking for and educational challenge, a social adventure, and someone who wants to meet and befriend lots of interesting people.

  • 6 out of 10 people found this review useful.

    Shariah from Lees Summit, MO

    Reviewer is Researching this school. Reviewer has not been to campus.

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  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Chris from Maryville, MO

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    Not a bad school for someone wanting a cheap yet quality education. I was always told not to base a college on it's campus but Northwest really does have a beautiful campus - trees and squirrels galore, bell tower, majestic-looking Administration building. The town of Maryville is not exactly a metropolis - it's got a Wal-Mart and a McDonald's but you've about a half hour drive to anywhere worth going to.
    Tips for prospective students

    Fairly cheap, but definitely a better education than you would get from a community college. If you're looking for somewhere close to home to get your Associate's Degree, you could do a lot worse.
    Academic Rigor

    Obviously depends on the classes that you take, but from my experience there isn't to much strain academically. You DO have to put in work, as I learned my first semester, but as long as you care even a little bit you will do just fine.
    Dorm Life

    Can't say to much about parties/drinking and all that good stuff because that's not really my thing but there is a very healthy rivalry with Missouri Western in basketball and football (we dominate of course). Nationally competitive football team every year (won the D-II national championship several times in the last few years, went to the semi-finals last year). The dorm rooms themselves are average size, with community bathrooms.

    Food and Dining

    Uses a system called Aladine - basically they give you 'lunch money' to spend at the Union (main cafeteria - Papa John's, Quizno's, etc), the Station (convenience store on campus), ordering food from select local restaurants (Pizza Hut, The Mandarin, etc), all vending machines on campus.
    What to do for fun

    There is a Rec Center (free for students) on campus, as well as a nice community center (about $60 for one semester) just off campus, and in town you have a bowling alley and a movie theater, but for the most part if you want to have fun you go to St. Joe (30 mins away) or Kansas City (about 1.5 hours away).
    Bang for the buck

    Fairly cheap school, so whatever 'bang' you can find is more easily felt than at an expensive school.
    Great for these types of students

    Northwest has a fairly new, yet very good, nano-science program, as well as very strong physics and microbiology programs. Depending on what you major in, you might/might not use the CIE (Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship), which has some really nice equipment for different types of scientific research.
    Clubs and Activities

    Tons of clubs to join for basically anyone - Student Senate, Intramural Sports, Common Ground, Tower Choir, NETwork, marching band, and just about anything else you can think of.
    Campus Safety

    They recently went through a 'let's be super safe' period where they handed out a bunch of t-shirts/stickers and did presentations about drunk driving, texting while driving, the Safe Ride Home Program, as well as seemingly little things like racial/sexual prejudice and other things. Overall, they keep students very well informed about issues of safety and I would definitely have to say that I feel safe at Northwest.

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Katherine from Wright City, MO

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    I am currently a sophomore at Northwest and i find that the classes here teach you soooo much and try to teach you as much as they can in a short amount of time. You really get your moneys worth with these classes and, at least for the science department and what i have seen for other departments, the teachers will push you to explore other materials and will make a person really see how much they can handle and try to push you beyond.
    Am enjoying being here

    I love being here at Northwest. The teachers and students both are all really nice. Of course you really have to put your self out there and introduce your self to people but its worth it in the end. Not only are the people nice but there are hundreds and hundreds of organizations and clubs you can join. I am in an organization called Sigma Society, not a sorority, that girls going to Northwest can join and help out the community by doing community service. There are also all types of people here and even international students that, at least from the many i have met, are all really nice.
    Bang for the buck

    Northwest is one of the cheaper universities, sad that 17,000 dollars is cheap. You really get what you pay for as well when coming to Northwest. The money you pay for classes with is never going to go to waste! When a class is 50 minutes they teach you for 50 minutes and usually no less. Same goes for labs they want you to get all three hours you pay for and will give it to you. They food here is also pretty good, its school food though so what do you expect. You sign up for meal plans which you can definitely get your moneys worth going to the food court and the Station, the 24 hour grocery like store!!
    Tips for prospective students

    If you are in high school thinking about coming to Northwest, especially if you are wanting to get a degree in science, you better be prepared to study! The teachers teach you a lot in a few weeks that if you don't study before the test you won't pass. They give you a lot of information so study a little each day and you will be fine. Of course some classes you will have to study a lot more for than others. Also if you are coming to Northwest you will definitely have to introduce your self to people to make friends so don't be shy talk to people join organizations!! Expect to learn a lot and meet lots of really nice people.
    Great for these types of students

    This is a great school for some one wanting a degree in science!! They have one of the hardest and best science departments in Missouri! It is also a great school for anyone who wants to go into education, they even have a elementary school on campus you get to work with if your an elementary education major.

  • 0 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    ron jones

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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  • Brittany from Ozark, MO

    Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.

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    In three sentences

    Northwest Missouri State University's staff truly cares and puts the students first. You can count on getting a tremendous education from this academic University. This small and beautiful campus could be a weekend getaway, but to most of us, this is what we will call home this coming fall.
    Tips for prospective students

    Tips for prospective students are to not get worried, the faculty is amazing and will always be there for it's students. Also, you don't need to worry about bringing or buying a car because the campus is about a ten minute walk and the town is very small and has an easy commute. But, the best tip for future students is to work hard but, have some fun!
    Academic Rigor

    Northwest has quite a few majors to choose from, although I will say not as much as most schools. I do like how they have now started up in the health field, which is great because most recommended jobs are in that particular field. I will say there are various majors to choose from, from nursing to broadcasting. Even though their are not as many majors to choose from, I would still recommend this school because you can still get a great education and I haven't heard any negative comments about this University.
    Dorm Life

    I am planning on attending Northwest Missouri State University in the fall of this year (2012). I have not lived in the dorms yet, although I have taken a campus tour. From my experience, I was very pleased with the dorm setting. The rooms were quite larger than other universities and the windows were bigger also. The dorms also didn't smell of mold when I was visiting them, which is usually a plus to a future student. Overall, I don't have anything negative to say and would recommend the student live on campus their first year.
    Food and Dining

    I have not ate the campus food but I do know their are many options when it comes to dining. Also, their meal plan is great because you can choose between light, regular and heavy depending on you and how much you eat!
    What to do for fun

    There are many things to do for fun on campus! There are so many clubs and organizations you may join, sports on the weekends such as: football or basketball. There are rodeos and bull rides you may attend. Maryville has numerous of restaurants you can eat at, as well.

  • Sarah from Troy, MO

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    Northwest Missouri State is an amazing place to receive an education. Not only are the dorms and place to eat awesome, but the professors and students make the experience ten times better. Northwest is a small town: however, it has many activities and organizations to keep any individual content and busy through out the weeks being on the beautiful campus.
    Tips for prospective students

    Studying is the best way to pass classes. Students who go to study sessions, talk and know the professors do better in the classroom. Anyone can find time to hang out with friends and have a good time, but as a student, having a schedule and managing free time is the best way to go when a huge test is coming up.
    Academic Rigor

    The library has three floors whether a student likes to interact with other students, study by drawing out definitions on white boards, or sitting on a comfy chair reading under a sky light there are three floor to that building and using one of those to study will help you succeed in the class room. Asking questions is how you better understand the material. Professors always say that the students earn the grade that they are given, so if the student needs help or doesn't fully understand the material then it's best to find a way to better understand the subject.
    Dorm Life

    Random roommate is the way to go. Finding a new best friend and sharing college life practically. At least there's always someone to talk too. Meeting people from different floors of the building is a plus and keeping high school friends is even better. The dorms are right next to the library and the station (university grocery store) and the view of the bell tower and administration building is fantastic.
    Food and Dining

    The advantage of having a bearcat card and living on campus is that students can adjust a certain amount of money towards their food. The university sets a budget system, so the student can manage their money on food. There are different places to go on campus and off. The all access account can allow the student to order pizza from a variety of pizza places like pizza hut. Varieties of culture and taste allow the student to never get bored to eating at the same place over again.
    What to do for fun

    Bowling, swimming, running, playing board games, walking dogs, and bonfires are just a few activities anyone can do around campus or on campus. Many organizations give students a chance to many other activities like painting houses and visiting the zoo near by. There is plenty to do at Northwest with free time.
    Clubs and Activities

    Student Activities Council, Recycling, hunting, fishing, swimming, gaming club, and wildlife club are some examples of different clubs at Northwest. The spirit of Northwest comes from the interaction of students at concerts, games, and just wacky events the college holds like hot air balloon rides. Joining the fun would be highly recommended.
    Campus Safety

    Campus safety wants students’ life to be safe or their jobs wouldn't be in demand. Giving rides for worried or lost students on a dark night. Students receive a text and e-mail of recent events that could harm a student an anyway. Officers have done a great job protecting the students on campus.

  • Brooke from Belton, MO

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    Northwest is one of the cleanest and most friendly college campus' I have ever been to. The teachers go out of their way to help students succeed. If you like a smaller environment and friendly, helpful people this is the place for you!
    Tips for prospective students

    Some tips I have for prospective students would include one just for students coming out of highschool, you need to be prepared, this is nothing like high school and don't think you can get by without studying, if you think you can pull off not studying be prepared for a huge reality check. Another tip I have it to be involved, get your face out there on campus.
    Academic Rigor

    This is such a great school to go to for academics. The teachers and there to help you, they want to see their students succeed, they will not hold your hand through the process, and they will not make it easy but they also don't want to see you fail.
    Dorm Life

    To sum up dorm life for me, I would consider it the best experince ever. I have met my best friends through living in the dorm. You will meet more people than you can even remember names but when you get to feeling home sick and have forty some other people on the same floor that can relate it's a great feeling.
    Food and Dining

    In my opinion the food is OK. It is not the best food and you pay a lot of money for a mean plan, I very rarely ever even ate on campus. One great option they have on campus though is the station, which is like a mini convince store.
    What to do for fun

    This campus is great for providing fun. They go out of their way to have awesome things to do on campus. One thing I really like is that they have a concert every spring and fall and only charge students ten dollars.
    Clubs and Activities

    Northwest has more clubs and activities than you can even imagine. I remember freshman year going to this fair thing and stopping at every booth to see what they are all about. They definitely have something for everyone.
    Greek Life

    Greek life is one of the best things you will experience on campus. You will find a true brotherhood/sisterhood like no other. You will meet the people you'll remember and be friend with for a lifetime.
    Campus Safety

    They have a great system for campus safety. They have people on call at all times and are always quick to respond. You will always see police cars circling campus at all times of the day to make sure things are going smoothly.

  • Jonathan from Palmyra, MO

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    Northwest is a beautiful campus to live for you college career. The music program is tough but the education is top notch. The teachers are here to help whenever it is asked of them.
    Tips for prospective students

    Take enough classes to keep yourself busy but not enough to burn you out. About 15 credit hours with maybe 2 general education courses and the rest classes in your major.
    Academic Rigor

    It all depends on the teacher. I have been told we have two kinds of teachers here. Ones who will give you an A, and ones who will help you earn an A. The ones that help you earn an A are usually the ones who are the best teachers with the highest respect.
    Dorm Life

    The dorm that I stayed in is South Complex. It is relatively quiet with a lot of privacy. People are respectful of each other.
    Food and Dining

    Unlike some Universities, here at Northwest, we have a la cart dining. It makes it easier to not gain weight because you have to consider your money instead of just going back up for seconds and thirds on dessert.
    What to do for fun

    Besides being involved with active fraternities and sororities, there is a movie theater in Maryville called the Hanger, as well as a dance club, karaoke, bowling, and karate.

  • Allyson from Salem, NE

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    Just transfered to NWMS, so don't have opinions yet.
    Tips for prospective students

    None at this time
    Food and Dining

    Food and dining are wonderful
    What to do for fun

    Since I transfered at semester, I have yet to meet a lot of people and find out all the fun things to do. So will have to get back to you an this one.

  • Kelsey from Liberty, MO

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    i am very much a city girl. the school is fine, but the town is embarrassing. i wish that there was more to do, and more support for those who aren't athletes
    Tips for prospective students

    - keep on top of your academics
    - ask questions
    - don't be afraid to ask for help
    - make sure you understand your loans
    Dorm Life

    dirty and old
    Food and Dining

    the few choices you have get old
    What to do for fun

    join groups, or activities

  • Miranda from Saint Joseph, MO

    Reviewer is Researching this school. Reviewer has been to campus.

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  • Kaitlin from Lame Deer, MT

    Reviewer is Researching this school. Reviewer has been to campus.

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    In three sentences

    i love missouri and my dad went to northwest missouri state university.

  • Rachel from Saint Joseph, MO

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    northwest missouri state university is an excellent school. the college education that is provide to me has provided me what to deal with in the classroom and in my future career. i have been given a clear plan and being guided to what i have to do to receive my career and how to use the educational experience to the best of my ability.
    Tips for prospective students

    i advise prospective students to do whatever they need to do in college to discover themselves and what they want to do in the future. prospective students should go to an advisor and see what classes are best for them whether they have declared a major or not. most importantly, prospective students should works had and never settle for less; if prospective students feel they are satisfied with their classes or their career they should feel free to change because it is their life and their decisions that are going to shape their future.
    Academic Rigor

    northwest missouri state university has provided an excellent education that is unbiased and has helped students achieve the best to their abilities. students feel that the education received has helped them to a brighter future and a better tomorrow.
    Dorm Life

    i felt that dorm life for me personally was not right because i had lots of allergies such as to dust and maryville is full of it being in a rural area. i now live at home and commute from st. joseph, mo to maryville, mo from monday through friday.
    Food and Dining

    the food and dining has not been the best in my experience because i am allergic to food that contain an source of eggs and milk. it was a challenge living on campus and i found myself buying a lot of my food outside of campus. i do not blame the school or any matter such to this because i do not believe that people or even industries should cater to my needs.
    What to do for fun

    in my spare time, i like to spend time with friends and family. i also enjoy taking care of my pets. i also like to watch movies and read books in my spare time.

  • Jessica from Saint Louis, MO

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am enjoying being here

    I really love this school! It is the perfect size, the class size is perfect, and everyone is fairly friendly.

  • JESSE from Fenton, MO

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    Good staff. They have a great science department and their math department is pretty good. Even though it is not a well known school it still has a competing chance with most well-known schools
    Am enjoying being here

    Not much to do here. Town is almost in the middle of no where and it is pretty cold and windy here
    Bang for the buck

    Cheaper but still good quality
    Tips for prospective students

    Bring a lot of winter gear, the wind hurts and it can drop to 20 below with the windchill
    Great for these types of students

    Science students should love it here (physics, chemistry, etc)! They have a great department, a lot of research opportunities, and nice equipment!

  • Rebecca from Isabella, MO

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    I have learned a lot from Northwest. But some of the teacher's don't teacher what you really need to learn, they more give you the answers then anything else. But, the teachers that don't I have learned so much from them and I am glad.
    Am enjoying being here

    The campus is really nice and the people I have met are incredible and I wouldn't change meeting them for the world. I have made some great friends here. You can always walk to class and see someone you know. The only disadvantage is the town itself is really small and there isn't much to do. Also it isn't the best place if you get home sick easy and can't visit all the time.
    Bang for the buck

    The cost is great if you live in state. I lived in state and didn't have to pay very much. Also I got some scholarships that also helped pay for them I think I ended up taking out a small loan to finish paying out my whole freshmen year.

  • Donald from Mexico, MO

    Reviewer is A past student here.

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    Did learn a lot

    After completing a year of school here, I feel very prepared going to K-State now. This place challenged me, but wasn't ridiculous on course criteria. With only about 15-30 people in a class made it really easy to ask questions or get answers during a professor's office hours. This place was great!
    Did enjoy being here

    Just because this college if fairly small doesn't mean there's nothing to do. Some intramural sports included things like basketball, flag football, and softball to name a few. There's also many other small organizations not designed around sports too making this place pretty awesome.
    Bang for the buck

    The bang for your buck is probably one of the best you can get in Missouri and around northern Missouri. If you did A+ in the Missouri Schools then you get an easy 1500 bucks a year for 3 years, and all you need to keep is a 3.0 GPA. Even though it's a cheaper college the level of education that comes with it is awesome, its definitely a bang for your buck starting at around 14,000 a year.
    Tips for prospective students

    If your still deciding on coming here then I highly recommend this campus for you, small classes, great price, quite a few majors to choose from, masters programs, and a great atmosphere make it all the better.
    Great for these types of students

    Small town students, if considering a computer related major or psychology/ sociology major, wanting to go to a university but not pay ridiculous amounts of money, its a great accredited university! Oh, and if you like the cold.

  • Laurel from Liberty, MO

    Reviewer is Researching this school. Reviewer has been to campus.

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    Great for these types of students

    Any one interested in teaching of any kind, especially elementary or special education

  • Shannel from Jefferson City, MO

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    The school and it's programs are designed specifically to teach each student to their capacity. It is a challenging experience, but the teachers are more than willing to help any student who needs it. There are plenty of resources to tap into on campus, such as the library, and in each dorm building there are several conference, and study rooms for the students use.
    Am enjoying being here

    This is a beautiful campus. The grounds keepers do an amazing job of keeping the campus clean, and the landscaping is gorgeous. It is also a small enough campus to get from one end to the other in about 10 minutes, and the people are great. There won't be a shortage of friends here.
    Bang for the buck

    This is definitely a great school to go to if you are looking at the best bang for your buck. The textbooks are free, you get a laptop every year for free and there are great dorm facilities available to everyone. The education is top notch and for the price, is amazing.
    Tips for prospective students

    If you are going to college just for something to do, this is probably not the school for you, this school requires dedicated students who want a good education and deserve it. Don't overload yourself, try to take it one thing at a time, because if you try to overload, you will find yourself falling further and further behind.
    Great for these types of students

    Northwest is a great school for pretty much any student, all the programs are great, but there are some that are better than others, just like with any school. The science department is pretty intense but it is more than worth it. I know that the education department is also very good.

  • Madison from West Des Moines, IA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    The classes here are challenging, especially in the science department, but all the teachers know what they are talking about and make students work to succeed. There are many teachers who are honored in their fields, and they relay that knowledge onto the students.
    Am enjoying being here

    The atmosphere is great, and the size of the campus is small enough that you can get to all your classes in time, but still large enough for there to be room to walk around and enjoy the scenery. The biggest downside is walking through the wind tunnels around campus, especially in the winter.
    Bang for the buck

    The classes are well worth the money they cost, you learn a lot and the information sticks with you as you continue your schooling.
    Tips for prospective students

    The best tip I can give anyone looking at Northwest as a college is be prepared to work hard. Students here are challenged, sometimes from day one. Another tip is to make friends in the classes you are taking; chances are if you don't understand it, they will. The last tip I would give to future students is make time to go in and talk to your professors, even if they aren't for your major. They are there to help you in your studies, and you may get good advice from them or just enjoy a good conversation.
    Great for these types of students

    Northwest is great for any student that wants to be challenged. The most popular majors on campus are Science, mostly with a Biology emphasis in some way. The next largest major, in my opinion, is Education. Here there is an elementary school on campus where students get hands-on experience. Agriculture, Business, and Music all are also popular.

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