LOCATION
Northwest Missouri State University
800 University Drive
J.W. Jones Student Union
Maryville, MO 64468
CONTACT INFORMATION
Accepted Student Decision Day
Description
Accepted Student Decision Day is for students who are interested in starting Northwest in the Fall of 2026 and want to solidify their decision to be a Bearcat. This will be a fun-filled day where you will have the opportunity to tour campus, meet with staff, talk with current students, and more! Our Student Success Coaches/Academic Advisors will also be available to answer your questions regarding transferring credits, dual credit, and AP courses. During the tour, you will hear from a current student and meet other families visiting in a group setting.
Various campus offices will be present to meet with you, including Wellness Services, Center for Engagement and Community Connections, Office of Student Involvement, Campus Recreation, Study Abroad, and more! Our Admissions staff will be present to help answer questions you may have to solidify your decision to be a Bearcat. We will also provide many photo opportunities and lunch for students and their guests!
**Bearcat Football will also have a game this day. Please note in the registration if you would like tickets (courtesy of Admissions).
Please note: This event is NOT mandatory. This is an optional event for students/families to solidify their decision to be a Bearcat and/or receive assistance from various offices. Students attending Northwest will receive their Student ID (Bearcat card) and official class schedule during SOAR. Faculty will not be available during this event.
To learn more about Maryville and plan for your trip, visit https://visitmaryville.org/.
**Admissions cannot assist with athletic recruiting. Please reach out to Bearcat Athletics for information. https://bearcatsports.com/sb_output.aspx?form=4
Questions & Answers
Northwest faculty are not available, but our Academic Advisors will be present in a group setting. To set up an individual time with faculty, please register for a Daily Visit to meet one-on-one.
Accepted Student Decision Day is a great opportunity for students who will be starting college Fall 2026 and have been accepted to Northwest. This day allows students to solidify their decision to become a Bearcat and that it's the right fit for them! Students and families will have the opportunity to meet current students and staff, meet with various offices, and receive assistance with anything they need regarding the Admissions process.
Yes, lunch will be provided to students and their guests. Please let us know the total number of people attending in your registration.
Yes! We will offer full campus tours (residence hall, Student Union, academic building, library, fitness center) as well as a tour of the RT Wright Lab Farm and Agricultural Learning Center. These tours will be in a group setting.
The Admissions Office is not able to assist with athletic recruiting. Please reach out to Bearcat Athletics for prospective student-athlete information. https://bearcatsports.com/sb_output.aspx?form=4
