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For Midwestern State University admissions, students are advised to apply within the upcoming application deadlines listed below;

  • Summer Intake (UG): Mar 15, 2025
  • MBA (Fall Intake): Mar 5, 2024
  • MS (Spring Intake): Sep 30, 2024

About Midwestern State University

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Year of establishment
1922
Also known as
MSU
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Campus size
255 acres
No. of campus
1
Scholarships granted
5021
Scholarship amount granted
USD 40 million
English proficiency test
Required
Accepted exams
SAT/ACT accepted
Not required
Total faculty
234
Faculty/Student ratio
16
UG/PG course ratio
1.81
Total criminal offences
46
Quick university statsInsights on student demographics, enrolment, and academic success
UG Race

Others

56%

Hispanic

24%

Black

14%

Asian

3%

UG Student residence

In state

93%

Out of state

3%

Foreign

2%

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UG Number of Applicant

5507
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Overall Graduation Rate

0.41
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Q:   Is it hard to get into Midwestern State University?

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According to various sources, Midwestern State University has an overall acceptance rate of around 92% which makes it less selective for international student admissions. Some of the general requirements for admission at the university are given as follows:

  • SAT/ACT scores 
  • Overall Student's GPA 
  • High School Class rank 
  • Letters of Recommendation 
  • Additional Academic factors 

Q:   How is Midwestern State University campus life?

A: 

Midwestern State University is home away from home for international students. Attending Midwestern State has its own perks when it comes to the campus life. While studying in the university, students get to enjoy the perfect blend of urban living with the close community feel of a small town. Mentioned below are the facilities which make Midwestern State University an ideal study abroad option:

Facilities

Details

Accommodation & Dining

- Provides a vast variety of residencies to choose from

- All the residencies are equipped with various facilities and amenities

Clubs & Organizations

- More than 100 student organizations

Health & Wellness

- Offers fitness facilities and mental health services

Sports & Athletics

- Intramural sports, various games for both men and women to participate in

Q:   How much does Midwestern State University cost for Indian students?

A: 

The first-year tuition fees for international Undergraduate and Postgraduate students at Midwestern State University are gven as follows:

Course levelAnnual Tuition Fee in INR
UG
INR 10.25 L - INR 11.79 L
PG
INR 11.01 L - INR 20.35 L

The hostel fees structure for some of the top courses at the university are given as follows:

CourseHostel
MBA/PGDM
INR 8.15 L - INR 9.28 L
MS
INR 8.15 L
BBA
INR 8.15 L - INR 8.56 L
BSc
INR 8.15 L - INR 8.56 L
BA
INR 8.56 L

Q:   How many international students study in Midwestern State University?

A: 

Based on the recent data given on the official website, Midwestern State University has the following enrollment statistics: 

Total Enrollment5,573
Undergraduate Students 4,508
Graduate Students1,065

The university has more than 400 international students on campus coming from over 55 countries in the world. 

Q:   Does Midwestern State University offer on-campus housing?

A: 

Yes, Midwestern State University offers both on-campus and off-campus housing facilities for their students. The university features 70 buildings and 3 residence halls, namely Legacy Hall, Killingsworth Hall, and McCullough-Trigg Hall. Also, the campus comprises of two apartments, namely Sunwatcher Village and the Sundance Courts. Students are provided with all the facilities required, which is inclusive of two dining halls and a cafeteria.

Given below are some details of the Midwestern State University residence halls:

Residence Halls/ApartmentsDetails
Legacy Hall

Furniture: Bed, mattress, dresser, desk, chair, built-in closets, in-room sink/vanity, blinds, micro-fridge, and microwave

Amenities: Key card entrance, community front desk, high-speed Wi-Fi, cable TV, in-room sink, community lounges and study spaces, community kitchens, laundry facilities

Capacity: 500 students

Gender: Co-ed by wing

Bathrooms: Semi-private; lockable individual rooms containing a shower, sink and toilet shared by the hall community

Killingsworth Hall

Furniture: Bed, mattress, dresser, desk, chair, built-in closets, in-room sink/vanity, blinds, micro-fridge, and microwave

Amenities: Key card entrance, community front desk, high-speed Wi-Fi, cable TV, in-room sink, community lounges and group study spaces, community kitchen, individual study spaces and chapel room, laundry facilities

Capacity: 289 students

Gender: Co-ed by floor

Bathrooms: Semi-private; lockable individual rooms containing a shower, sink, and toilet shared by the hall community

McCullough-Trigg Hall

Room Style: Suite style, private bedrooms attached by a small shared living area

Furniture: Bed, mattress, dresser, desk, chair, built-in closets, blinds, micro-fridge, and microwave

Amenities: Key card entrance, community front desk, two elevators, high-speed Wi-Fi, cable TV, in-room sink, community lounges and study spaces, community kitchen, laundry facilities

Capacity: 152 students

Gender: Coed by floor

Bathrooms: private; shared by 4 suitemates

Sunwatcher Village

Room Style: Four Bedroom/Two Bathroom & Two Bedroom/ Two Bathroom Apartments with full kitchens and shared living areas

Furniture: Bedroom - Bed, mattress, dresser, desk, chair, built-in closet, and blinds; Living room - seating for four people, coffee table and dining room table with four chairs

Amenities: Fully furnished, all bills paid,  conference room, high-speed WiFi, digital Cable TV hookup, in-room Laundry, full Kitchen

Capacity: 336 students

Gender: Coed by apartment

Appliances: Washer and dryer, refrigerator, electric stove and oven, microwave, dishwasher, and double sink with garbage disposal

Sundance Court

Room Style: Four Bedroom/Two Bathroom & Two Bedroom/Four Bathroom Apartments with full kitchens and a shared living area

Furniture: Bedroom - Bed, mattress, dresser, desk, chair, built-in closet, and blinds; Living room - seating for four people, coffee table and dining room table with four chairs

Amenities: Fully furnished, all bills paid, outdoor grill area/fire place, computer labs, study rooms, game room, conference room, digital cable TV hook up, high-speed WiFi, full-size bed, in-room laundry, full Kitchen

Capacity: 274 students

Gender: Coed by apartment

Appliances: Washer and dryer, refrigerator, electric stove and oven, microwave, dishwasher, and double sink with garbage disposal

Midwestern State University Scholarships

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Q:   Does Midwestern State University offer scholarships for international students?

A: 

Midwestern State University offers a range of International Student Scholarships to students based on academic merit and the scholarship amounts offered can vary every year. Some of the international scholarships offered at the university are given as follows:

  • Global Ambassadors Program 
  • The Bridg360 Application Fee Reimbursement Program 
  • Graduate Merit Scholarship Program 
  • Minnie Rae Wood Scholarship 
  • Freshman Scholarships 

Midwestern State University Admissions 2025

  • Application fees :USD 50
  • Type of deadline :Regular
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Intake seasonDeadline
Fall31ˢᵗ Mar - 1ˢᵗ Jun 2025
Spring1ˢᵗ Dec 2025
Summer15ᵗʰ Mar 2023 - 15ᵗʰ Mar 2024
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Q:   What are the admission requirements at Midwestern State University?

A: 

International students are required to submit a range of documents for undergraduate and graduate course admissions at Midwestern State University. The admission requirements for UG and PG students at the university are given as follows:

  • Complete application along with the application fee 
  • Official Transcripts 
  • Bachelors Degree 
  • Standardized Test Scores 
  • Proof of English language proficiency 
  • Additional Application Requirements (varies by program) 

Q:   What are the Midwestern State University English language requirements?

A: 

Midwestern State University accepts a range of English Language exam scores to be considered for international student admissions every year. The English Language Requirements for international UG and PG applicants are given as follows:

ExamScore Required 
TOEFL IBT 79
IELTS6.0
PTE53
Duolingo English Test 100

Q:   How long does it take for Midwestern State University to accept admission offers?

A: 

After the international students have applied to Midwestern State University through the ApplyTexas portal, they are required to check their application status by logging onto the portal. 

Midwestern State University usually responds to the international admission applications within 2-3 weeks after checking the form and the documents submitted. 

Q:   How do I apply to Midwestern State University?

A: 

The steps to apply for graduate courses for international applicants at Midwestern State University are given as follows:

  • Step 1: Students should submit their graduate course application through the Apply Texas Portal and the application deadlines will vary by course. 
  • Step 2: The application fee for the respective course should be paid before filling the admission form. 
  • Step 3: Students are required to submit the required documents such as official transcripts, exam scores and the additional admission documents based on the course they have applied for. 
  • Step 4: After submitting the application, it will be reviewed by the coordinator of the graduate course they have applied for. 
  • Step 5: Students can check their Application Status on the portal or they will receive an update on their email or message. 

Midwestern State University Fees

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Courses1st Year Tuition FeesDuration & Eligibility
MS(5 courses)
INR 11 L - 14 L
Duration18 months-2 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6 & Above, TOEFL: 79 & Above, Duolingo: 100 & Above
MBA/PGDM(5 courses)
INR 12 L - 21 L
Duration12 months-2 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6 & Above, TOEFL: 79 & Above, PTE: 53 & Above
B.Sc.(11 courses)
INR 10 L - 12 L
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6 & Above, TOEFL: 79 & Above, PTE: 53 & Above
B.A.(10 courses)
INR 10 L
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6 & Above, TOEFL: 79 & Above, PTE: 53 & Above
BBA(8 courses)
INR 10 L - 12 L
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6 & Above, TOEFL: 79 & Above, PTE: 53 & Above
B.E. / B.Tech(3 courses)
INR 10 L - 12 L
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6 & Above, TOEFL: 79 & Above, PTE: 53 & Above
BDS(1 course)
INR 10 L
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS, TOEFL, PTE
B.Ed(5 courses)
INR 10 L
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6 & Above, TOEFL: 79 & Above, PTE: 53 & Above
MIM(3 courses)
INR 15 L - 19 L
Duration18 months-2 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6 & Above, TOEFL: 79 & Above, PTE: 53 & Above
M.A.(3 courses)
INR 11 L - 19 L
Duration18-25 months
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6 & Above, TOEFL: 79 & Above, PTE: 53 & Above
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Q:   What is the Midwestern State University cost of attendance?

A: 

Midwestern State cost of living for international students in inclusive of housing, meals, books, travel, personal expenses, and more. For Indian students, the total amount sums upto be around INR 12.2 L.

ParticularsCost of Living (2023-24)Cost in INR
Housing & MealsUSD 10240INR 8.4L
Books & SuppliesUSD 600INR 49K
TransportationUSD 1800INR 1.5L
Personal & Misc. &
Loan Fee Allowance
USD 2176INR 1.8L
TOTALUSD 14,816INR 12.2L

Conversion Used: 1 USD = INR 82.89

Q:   Is studying in Midwestern State University expensive?

A: 

Midwestern State University offers more than 70 undergraduate and graduate degree courses to international students. The first-year tuition fees for some of the top majors at the university are given as follows:

Courses1st Year Tuition Fees
MBA/PGDM (5 courses)
INR 12 L - INR 20 L
MS (5 courses)
INR 11 L - INR 13 L
MS1 (8 courses)
INR 10 L - INR 12 L
BSc (11 courses)
INR 10 L - INR 12 L
BA (10 courses)
INR 10 L

Q:   What are the costs of attendance for UG students at Midwestern State University?

A: 

The costs of attendance for undergraduate international students at Midwestern State University during the 2024-25 academic year are given as follows:

Category Summer 2024Spring 2024-25
Tuition & FeesUSD 9,191USD 22,846
Housing & MealsUSD 1,352USD 6,704
Books & SuppliesUSD 240USD 600
TransportationUSD 474USD 1,800
Personal & Misc. &
Loan Fee Allowance
USD 436USD 1,348
TotalUSD 11,693USD 33,298

Q:   What are the graduate costs of attendance at Midwestern State University?

A: 

The graduate costs of attendance during the academic year 2024-25 at Midwestern State University are given as follows:

Category Summer 2024Fall/Spring 2024-25
Tuition & FeesUSD 5,739USD 14,806
Housing & MealsUSD 3,190USD 11,124
Books & SuppliesUSD 140USD 360
TransportationUSD 640USD 1,800
Personal & Misc. &
Loan Fee Allowance
USD 736USD 2,236
TotalUSD 10,445USD 30,326

Midwestern State University Placements

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Q:   What are the popular job sectors for Midwestern State University graduates?

A: 

Midwestern State University has offered employment to students in some of the top organizations or job industries within a few months of graduation. Some of the popular job industries at the university are given as follows:

Others Denote Community and Social Services, Sales, Administrative, Information Technology, etc. 

Q:   Which are some of the top alumni organizations at Midwestern State University?

A: 

Midwestern State University has offered employment to postgraduate students in some of the top companies or organizations within six months of graduation. Some of the top employers at the university are given as follows:

  • Walgreens 
  • CVS Health 
  • CVS Pharmacy 
  • Northwestern Medicine 
  • Walmart 
  • Rush University Medical Center 
  • Banner Health 

Q:   What are the career outcomes at Midwestern State University?

A: 

According to the Career Management Center, some of the graduate student outcomes for the academic year 2022-23 are given as follows:

  • Out of all the students who were seeking employment, 83% of the graduate students had received employed within three months of graduation.
  • 20% of the graduate students had chosen to study at Graduate School 
  • The average salary given to graduate students at the university was recorded as INR 53.06 Lakhs per annum. 
  • Out of the graduate students who had received a signing bonus, the amount was recorded to be under INR 5.4 Lakhs. 







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Midwestern State University Notable Alumni

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Q:   Who are the notable alumni of Midwestern State University?

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Midwestern State University has more than 4,000 notable alumni members coming from around 55 countries in the world. Some of the popular alumni members at the university are given as follows:

  • Will Morefield 
  • Mark Boulware 
  • George B. Cunningham 
  • Phil McGraw 
  • Dominic Rhodes 
  • Bryan Gilmore 

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Q:   What are the top-ranked universities in USA?

A: 

USA is one of the most popular countries for study abroad options for international students and is a hub of globally renowned universities. According to the QS World University Rankings 2024, some top universities in USA are University Institute of Technology,  Harvard University,  Stanford University,  top of Chicago,  University of Pennsylvania and many more.

Given below is the list of top Universities in USA as mentioned in the prominent rankings.

Universities in USA

QS World Ranking 2024

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Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

#1

#3

Harvard University

#4

#4

Stanford University

#5

#2

University of California, Berkeley (UCB)

#10

#9

University of Chicago

#11

#13

University of Pennsylvania

#12

#16

Cornell University

#13

#20

California Institute of Technology (Caltech)

#15

#7

Yale University

#16

#10

Princeton University

#17

#6

Q:   Can students work post-study in USA?

A: 

Post-work study permit is one of the most crucial factors for students aiming to pursue higher studies in USA. On the completion of a degree programme in the US, international students are permitted Optional Practical Training (OPT), which is a one-year work and stay back permit. OPT is further classified into two types; Pre-Completion OPT and Post-Completion OPT. With the help of OPT, students get the post-study work permit to stay in US for a year after completing their degree program.

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Answered 3 weeks ago

Yes, Midwestern State University (MSU) is considered a good school for nursing courses: 

Accreditation

The Wilson School of Nursing's BSN and MSN programs are fully accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). 

Rankings

In 2021, Study.com ranked MSU Texas 36th in its nationwide r

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Answered 3 months ago

Midwestern State University accepts admissions during the Fall, Spring and Summer intakes every year. Some of the application deadlines for undergraduate international students are given as follows:

Semester DeadlineSemester Starting Date 
SpringOct 1, 2024Second week in January
SummerMar 15, 2025First week in June

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Tasneem Hoda

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Answered 7 months ago

Yes, the Midwestern State University can be considered to be very good for sports and athletics. Midwestern State competes in the NCAA Division II Lone Star Conference. Additionally, students get to participate in a variety of sports. Listed below are the sports that men and women can participate in

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Anushree Sinha

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Answered 10 months ago

Yes, Midwestern State University admission requirements for international students includes the submission of GRE scores if applying for master's courses. Apart from GRE scores, students must also submit their English proficiency exam scores and all the relevant documents in order to secure an admis

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Anushree Sinha

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Answered 10 months ago

Prospective international students can apply for Midwestern State University admissions can apply through the Official Application Portal for MBA and MS programs. Students can apply during two intake seasons: Fall & Spring for these graduate degree programs. Listed below are the Midwestern State app

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University CityWaco, Texas, USA
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