Springfield, MO
Missouri State University-Springfield

I truly appreciate and love Missouri State University. I would encourage anyone to go here and experience the wonderful facilities, academics, sports and social life in the area. Professors encourage critical thinking and beyond expectations which really push students to excel and better themselves.

Missouri State University is a busy university. There are lots of things to do and the school encourages groups to host events and activities. I'm an art student and the school sponsors an event every first Friday of the month called Friday Art Walk. This event invites not only the students but the whole community around Springfield.

Missouri State University is a place that feels like home for me. With 24,000 students, it seems like it would be rare to ever see your university president, or even less that he would know your name. But Cliff Smart recognizes you, even if you don't think he knows you exist. I didn't even feel my own high school principal would recognize me outside of class.

Overall, Missouri State University is a great place to get an education when you can't fully afford college. Missouri State is a cheaper public education institution, but they give you a quality education. I would want them to work on the diversity aspect of student and teacher ratio. I would like to see more minorities on campus and more minority teachers. I would also love it, if the career center gets more props than they actually do. They have helped me receive job opportunities and resume editing better than any other school that I have attended.

I think that Missouri State University is a very community engaging school that loves to keep/get people involved. Most professors care to help you succeed and are always open to questions and feedback. There is always something to get involved in and do for fun. Missouri State has a very fun atmosphere to participate in and isn't too big, but not too small therefore, it is a great fit for me!

Missouri State offers students many opportunities in many different aspects, including intramural sports, clubs and getting involved on campus. All the people are very friendly and the professors care a lot about student success and will go out of their way to ensure each student is getting the help they need. MSU is a fantastic university with great people and a beautiful campus.

I recently transferred here last semester and I can confidently say this is an amazing institution. The campus is beautiful and clean, the professors are top notch, and everyone is so friendly. This campus is unlike many because it has a welcoming atmosphere with staff that will do whatever it takes to help you succeed.

This college was absolutely extraordinary! The campus was big but almost everything is within walking distance. I really appreciated the variety of food available, and all of the friendly staff that work there. I would highly recommend this college to anyone looking for a college or wanting to transfer!!

I think Missouri State University - Springfield is a great school. It always gives opportunities to students who need them, and for those who are feeling lost faculty take it upon themselves to help them. Campus life is great, and there is always something going on if you need something more social to do.

Missouri State took me a while to get used to. As a current junior, I did not think it would take this long to feel accepted. I never thought of our Greek life being a big deal, I know plenty of people who do not participate, but unless you are affiliated in FSL tailgating, parties, and organizations in general are uncomfortable. I joined our Students Activity Council my sophomore year hoping to become more immersed into our campus social life, and while it did help, the organization did not help with mingling with other students--people who were in SAC were either friends before joining, or were in FSL. Although I have never affiliated with FSL Greek life, I met all my friends because of it. While it's not "Greek or geek" culture here, its encouraged among students to join; however, my experience has been fulfilling so far without joining. The academics are excellent. They are challenging, but not too much in the sense that I feel as if I'm drowning. Every teacher I have had has been nothing but accommodating and willing to help if you are struggling with a concept. Outside of class, teachers are extremely approachable. My freshman year, I was nervous going to my first office hour meeting, but the professors absolutely love it when you come to visit it them because it shows that you care enough about their class to seek additional help. I have yet to experience unfair grading or testing, and doubt I ever will because I do not know anyone in my field who has. Missouri State University does an excellent job preparing students for further academics and for future careers.