Freshman Students

Seal of Biliteracy

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Students who have earned the Missouri Distinguished Seal of Biliteracy will receive 12 hours of credit for Elementary I, Elementary II, Intermediate I and Intermediate II, depending upon the designated foreign language.

Important Deadlines

I’m admitted. What’s next?

Immediately	Take a selfie with your acceptance folder – Post it to Twitter @MWSUadmissions with #GoGriffs – Record your happy dance on Snapchat and share it with us: missouriwestern
Immediately	Visit campus if you haven’t already
Immediately	Activate your Goldlink student portal – Begin checking student email at least once a week
Immediately	Get ready to complete the FAFSA by setting up your FSA ID – One of your parents (if applicable) must also create an ID
Oct. – Feb. 1	Complete the FAFSA – Missouri Western school code: 002490
Oct. – Feb. 1	Complete the competitive scholarship application
Beginning Nov. 1	Submit your housing application and $50 application fee or first-year waiver
Beginning Nov. 1	Complete the state-mandated electronic tuberculosis screening questionnaire
Beginning Nov. 1	Submit your health and immunization paperwork – Submit prior to moving into residence halls
Beginning mid-Dec.	Check the status of your financial aid application – Take action on any outstanding requirements
Beginning mid-Dec.	Review and accept your financial aid awards
Feb. 1	Confirm your enrollment by signing up for Griffon Orientation
Immediately	Request copies of your final transcripts to be sent to: Missouri Western State University Office of Admissions 4525 Downs Drive St. Joseph, MO 64507
June or July	Attend Griffon Orientation

Freshman Students

Seal of Biliteracy