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Study at the university ranked #1 for Master’s programs in the U.S. Midwest region and #9 overall in the Midwest region among both private and public institutions! This highly selective, academically rigorous university of over 6,000 students is located in the friendly and safe city of Kirksville, Missouri, in the center of the USA. Truman State provides a wide range of courses and organizes interesting activities specifically for international students.
- Students can choose from more than 40 areas of study including Computer Science, Biology, Business, Physics, Economics, Art History, Health Science, Communication, and Psychology.
- Graduate (Master's) exchange and degree opportunities!
- An active international club and international student office sponsors many on-campus activities and excursions.
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- Ranked as the #1 Public University in the Midwest Region Master’s category for the last EIGHT years! U.S. News & World Report, 2005
- Founded in 1867
- A liberal arts university with more than 5,800 students
- More than 220 international students from 47 countries
- A 15:1 student to faculty ratio
- Located on 140 beautiful acres
- Approximately 1,200 students are involved in research with faculty, a unique opportunity usually reserved for graduate students.
- Listed in U.S. News and World Report’s “America’s Best Colleges,” 2005 Edition
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- A minimum official TOEFL score of 550 (213 CBT), a New "Next Generation" (iBT) TOEFL score of 79, or a minimum IELTS score of 6 is required.
- Fields of study of interest to international students include Business Administration, Biology, Computer Science, Chemistry, English, History, Communication—Journalism, Physics, Political Science, Psychology, and Sociology.
- Students are registered for courses prior to arrival!
- Truman has several accomplished vocal and instrumental performance groups for students who are musically inclined.
- 15:1 student to faculty ratio means small class size and personal attention.
- 85% of full-time faculty have their PhD.
- Truman accepts full-year or semester ISEP students.
- The Pickler Memorial Library has more than 450,000 books, 47,000 titles on microfilm, and over 3,000 periodical subscriptions.
- Truman has an International Student Affairs Office specifically devoted to international student needs.
Link to: Academic Departments
“Truman State has a very good academic program, which is what I was looking for when I decided to go to the USA. The courses I took in English and History to complete the requirements from my school were very interesting. Although my professors were demanding, their help was always there if needed. Professors are very interested in their classes and their students' improvement." - Noémie Hamon, 2004-2005 ISEP Participant from Université de Rennes 2, France
Student Life
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Housing
- ISEP students live in one of five on-campus residence halls and have on-campus meal plans. Residence halls have a peer student leader on each floor, a professional live-in director, and an international Hall Host for each hall. All residence halls are comfortably designed with lounges, laundry facilities, kitchenettes, computer centers, and study areas. There is one all-female residence hall, the rest are coed.
- Married student housing is available but must be reserved well in advance (additional cost is not included in ISEP benefits).
- Truman has student computer labs located in almost every building and in each residence hall. All residence hall rooms have computer and high speed internet hookups.
Activities
- The International Club and the International Student Affairs Office sponsor many activities:
- An International Dinner for over 400 students, faculty, and staff every fall semester
- Fall and Spring semi-formal social events
- International Idol contest and show features the talents and cultures of students
- Cultural excursions and shopping trips to nearby cities
- The International Friends Program matches an international student with a host family in the community
- An International Student of Month award recognizes special students
- Truman has over 200 campus organizations ranging from professional and social fraternities to service clubs, religious organizations, and cultural groups, and many more. A great thing about Truman: If you enjoy something and there isn't an organization that fits you, you can start your own organization!
Sports and Recreation
- All ISEP participants are welcome to join Intramural Sports Teams including soccer, flag football, basketball, table tennis badminton, volleyball, badminton, roller and field hockey, swimming, track and field, golf, cross-country, and softball.
- The Student Recreation Center houses four large athletic courts, an aerobic/dance room, a weight room, an indoor track, and a lounge. On the southern edge of the campus, the outdoor athletic area includes a football field, a track, a baseball diamond, soccer field, lighted tennis courts, and a practice field.
“Truman State has a lot of activities to offer. There is always something to do on campus. People are very involved and there is hardly time to be bored." - Noémie Hamon, 2004-2005 ISEP Participant from Université de Rennes 2, France
About Kirksville, Missouri |
Follow the links to find out more about Kirksville:
Kirksville Area Chamber of Commerce