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USA, Missouri
Type: University
Location Type: Rural
Founded: 1905
Total Students: 7,870 +
Int. Students: 708 +
Main Campus Address
800 University Dr, Maryville, MO 64468, United States
The early childhood education program prepares students to successfully complete the licensure requirements of the program and earn their teaching license with an endorsement in early childhood education. This license enables students to teach children birth through the third grade in multiple settings including public and non-public schools, homes and other community settings.
This program offers a strengths-based approach in working with all children including those with special needs and rights. Along with coursework that is focused on child-centered and culturally sensitive practices, students participate in embedded field experiences in the Phyllis and Richard Leet Center and Horace Mann Laboratory School and partnering community settings. Combined, these learning experiences provide the basis from which theories about development, learning and curriculum come to life for our students.
Individually and as a cohort of learners, students learn an integrated approach to teaching and learning through constructivist curriculum practices and strategies that offer meaningful learning within diverse systems and settings. Opportunities to learn together as critical colleagues who further each other’s reflective thinking skills prepares students for professional collaboration in their future careers.
Across the country, the importance of early childhood education continues to grow as studies indicate the long-term benefits educational opportunities in the early years have on shaping future learning outcomes. Faculty focus on preparing childhood teachers, decision makers and intellectual and ethical leaders to create opportunities for learning that ensures the well-being of children and families in their communities and beyond.
4-Year Bachelor's Degree
10 Days
Full-Time
48 Months
Intake Month/Year | Intake Status | |
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aug 2025 | Closed | |
jan 2026 | Open |
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Check program website for more information about funding options.
Type of Scholarship | Scholarship Information | Amount/ Range |
Undergraduate Scholarships [UG] 1. Northwest International Achievement Scholarship (NIAS) 2. Northwest Academic Merit Scholarships 3. Transfer Scholarships 4. International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Scholarship Graduate Scholarships [G] 1. CS/IS International Graduate Achievement Scholarship |
Undergraduate Scholarships [UG] 1. Northwest International Achievement Scholarship (NIAS) Criteria: International new freshmen: 2.75+ high school GPA International transfer students: 2.75+ GPA with ≥24 transferable credits (or based on freshman criteria if <24 credits) Renewal: 3.00 Northwest GPA + 24 credit hrs/year; max 132 Northwest credit hours 2. Northwest Academic Merit Scholarships (Mutually exclusive: Provost, Dean’s, Distinguished, Academic Excellence, University Scholar, Northwest Merit) Criteria: Based on SAT/ACT score and high school GPA (e.g., 3.95+ GPA + 30-36 ACT = $6,000; 2.75-2.99 GPA = $1,000-$1,500) Renewal: Not specified (merit-based, varies by level) 3. General Requirements (All Transfer Scholarships): Must have at least 24 transferable credit hours Must enroll full-time (fall, spring, summer eligible) Renewable for up to 3 consecutive academic years Require completion of 24 credit hours per academic year at Northwest Transfer Merit Scholarship GPA Requirement: 3.00 – 3.29 (transferable GPA) Renewal Criteria: 3.30 Northwest cumulative GPA Transfer Academic Scholarship GPA Requirement: 3.30 – 3.49 Renewal Criteria: 3.30 Northwest cumulative GPA Transfer Distinguished Scholarship GPA Requirement: 3.50 – 4.00 Renewal Criteria: 3.50 Northwest cumulative GPA 4. International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Scholarship Criteria: First-time freshmen, admitted by May 1, confirmed IB Diploma Renewal: Nonrenewable Note: Only 20 awards available; can be stacked with other automatic scholarships Graduate Scholarships [G] 1. CS/IS International Graduate Achievement Scholarship Criteria: High academic achievement Full admission to on-campus graduate program in Computer Science/Information Systems Renewal: Nonrenewable Note: Automatic; not for conditional/online students or other programs LINK: https://www.nwmissouri.edu/admissions/international/finaid.htm |
Undergraduate Scholarships [UG] 1. Northwest International Achievement Scholarship (NIAS) Amount: ≈ $7,832 (based on 28 credit hours) 2. Northwest Academic Merit Scholarships Amount: Ranges from $1,000 to $6,000 (e.g., 3.95+ GPA + 30-36 ACT = $6,000; 2.75-2.99 GPA = $1,000-$1,500) 3. Transfer Merit Scholarship Award Amount: $1,000 (first year), renews to $500 Transfer Academic Scholarship Award Amount: $1,500 Transfer Distinguished Scholarship Award Amount: $2,500 4. International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Scholarship Amount: $1,000 Graduate Scholarships [G] 1. CS/IS International Graduate Achievement Scholarship Amount: $500 (one-time, first semester) |
Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.
It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.
A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):
Outreach, A Student Referral Program by Canam
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