Academics

• Missouri State University-West Plains offers associate of arts, associate of science and associate of applied science degrees, certificates and other courses.
• Average class size is 21.
• Bachelor's, master's and specialist's degrees available through the Missouri State Outreach program.

Programs

• Associate of Applied Science (various areas of study)
• Associate of Arts in General Studies
• Associate of Arts in Teaching
• Associate of Science in Nursing

Enrollment

• Official enrollment in Fall 2011 was 2,142
• Full-time 60%
• Part-time 40%
• Female 60%
• Male 40%

History

• Missouri State University-West Plains was founded in 1963.
• In 2005, the Campus' name changed to Missouri State University-West Plains.

Location

• Missouri State-West Plains is located in West Plains, MO.
• Missouri State-West Plains has two additional campuses in Mountain Grove, MO and Dalian, China.
• The Great Opportunities for Adult Learners (GOAL) Program is offered in West Plains, Mountain Grove and Summersville. The pilot program allows working adults to complete all of the college courses needed to earn an Associate of Arts in General Studies degree in two years by attending class one night a week.  

Chancellor

Dr. Drew A. Bennett

Campus Contacts

128 Garfield Ave.
West Plains, MO 65775
Toll Free (888) 466-7897;
(417) 255-7255;

Faculty and Staff

The Campus employs 117 full-time faculty and staff.

Athletics

• Missouri State-West Plains competes in NJCAA Division I athletics.
• The Grizzly Athletic program started in 1993.
• School Mascot: Grizzly
• School colors: Blue, Silver and Red