by our College Data Analytics TeamHome to about 5,482 undergraduates in 2020, Northwest Missouri State University is a public university located in Maryville, Missouri. This is a great opportunity for those who would thrive in a charming, small-town atmosphere. Should you tire of the campus however, Northwest Missouri State University offers a “study abroad” program. Please note, some classes/degrees offered by Northwest Missouri State University can be taken “online” so keep that in mind when reviewing this report. For more context, you might also check out our Northwest Missouri State University Guide to Distance and Online Learning.
For more information on policies and accommodations that the university provides to ensure all students get the opportunity to participate, you can visit Northwest Missouri State University Disability Services.
While not a "service academy", Northwest Missouri State University does offer support for veterans and those seeking a career in the armed forces. There is an active student veterans group on campus. For more information on policies related to veterans, you can visit Northwest Missouri State University Veteran Services . For more information, check out our Northwest Missouri State University for Veterans Guide.
Northwest Missouri State University offers on-campus housing, but freshmen are not required to take advantage of it. In the end though, most do choose to live in the dorms.
* Data compiled from students who received financial aid, including loans.
There were 5,482 undergraduates in 2020. Full-time attendance was 4,813 (87.8%). Part-time attendance was 669 (12.2%).
| Full-time | Part-time | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 4,813 | 669 | 5,482 |
Compared to other colleges and universities across the nation, Northwest Missouri State University is about average in terms of overall diversity. We rank Northwest Missouri State University #1410 out of 3,451.
The chart below shows each element that we looked at to determine this ranking, and how that metric compares to the national average. 100 would indicate excellent diversity in each category, and 1 would mean poor diversity.
You can learn more about the diversity of the student body at Northwest Missouri State University by looking closer at the ethnic, gender, age, and geographic diversity metrics from the Northwest Missouri State University Diversity Guide.
Northwest Missouri State University has a total of 364 student athletes, 233 men and 131 women who compete in inter-collegiate athletics.
| Total Revenue (all teams) | $8,384,938 |
| Total Expenses (all teams) | $8,384,938 |
| Net | $0 |
For more information about athletics including per-team sizes, coaching and scholarships check out our Guide to Northwest Missouri State University Athletics