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Academics

Westminster College has a "beautiful," "small campus that creates a very tight-knit community, but it also commits itself to global involvement." Many students "like the student-to-faculty ratio" that guarantees "a lot of individual attention from my teachers" "and choose this school because it has excellent classes and academic standards." Students tell us that "everyone at this school genuinely cares about your success." One junior accounting major says, "The administration and professors are always available to students, and they actually sit down and listen," while another gushes, "the professors here are intelligent, dedicated, and the cream of the crop in their respective fields. No where else are teachers as helpful and accessible are they are at Westminster." Don't expect the ride to be easy though, "Professors expect me to do a load of papers," says one student. But don't worry, "It is tough, but with help you can get through it."

Student Body

Our school only has about 1,000 students and since it's a private school, it's pretty expensive. Most students are well-off or smart enough to get a lot of financial aid. "Most of the students at Westminster are upper-middle-class Caucasians, though that is becoming less and less so with each class," says a senior secondary education major. However, all students "take their academic work very seriously, as well as their party life. Students have fun, but they still work hard." One sophomore says, "There are so many different students here that is hard to pick one profile…there are jocks, geeks, nerds, party people…everyone." Though most students seem to be "preppy, well-kept kids," "there are individuals from across the country and world."

Campus Life

The town [of Fulton] itself is rather small…but having a larger city like Columbia only 20 minutes away seems to quiet big-city needs. Most students seem to feel that, "life at school is great. We study hard during the week and have fun on the weekend. There is always something to do no matter who you are or what you like." Overall, students here enjoy the safe feeling offered by campus. One sophomore says, "The students feel safe to walk into any fraternity and be able to leave stuff there in the living room and know it will not be stolen." Some are a bit overwhelmed by Greek life, "If you're not a male and you're not in a fraternity, you're part of the out group," but alternate options abound. One student sums up her life at Westminster; "As I walked [around] campus I felt at home. Westminster is more than just a school; it's a home and community. It wasn't just a place to go get an education but rather a place to learn to grow up."

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Contact & Visit

Campus Visits Contact

Contact
Bobby Andrews
Vice President and Dean for Enrollment M

Address
Westminster College
501 Westminster
Fulton, MO 65251

Phone
(573)592-5251

Email
admissions@westminster-mo.edu

Experience College Life

Most Popular Places On Campus
Coulter Science Center
Johnson College Inn (student center)
Hunter Activity Center
Library
Wetterau Athletic Facility

Most Popular Places Off Campus
Winston Churchill Memorial
Beks Restaurant
The PostOffice Restaurant and Bar
Lake of the Ozarks
The District in Columbia, MO

Campus Tours

Campus Tours
Appointment Required: Yes
Dates: Year-round
Times:
Average Length: 30 min.

On Campus Interview

Campus Interviews
Yes

Information Sessions
Available

Times
throughout the semester

Faculty and Coach Visits

Dates/Times Available
Academic Year

Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office

Advance Notice
1 week

Contact Email Address for Visit
admissions@westminster-mo.edu

Class Visits

Dates/Times Available
Academic Year

Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office

Overnight Dorm Stays

Overnight Dorm Stays
Available

Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office

Transportation

Types of Transportation Available to Campus
Shuttle service from airports--St. Louis International Airport; Kansas City International Airport; Columbia Regional Airport Taxi service Amtrack train service to Jefferson City

Driving Instructions to Campus
From Interstate 70 Take the Fulton/Mexico exit at Kingdom City (Exit 148); proceed towards Fulton on Highway 54 West (approximately 7 miles); stay on Highway 54 towards Jefferson City, do not take the Business 54 exit. Take the Rt. F exit and turn left at the top of the ramp; proceed to Westminster Avenue and turn left at the stoplight; you'll then go approximately 2 blocks (to the 1st stop sign) and turn left on West Seventh Street. The Enrollment Services Office is located in Champ Auditorium on the right side of the street (1st building past the Churchill Memorial). Enter the building doors that are under the blue awning. Parking is located on the right side of the street, just past Champ Auditorium. Please put your orange parking permit on your dashboard. From the South Take U.S. Highway 54 East; follow the signs to the second Fulton exit (Route F). Take the Rt. F exit and turn right at the top of the ramp; proceed to the stoplight and turn left onto Westminster Avenue; you'll go approximately 2 blocks (to the 1st stop sign) and turn left on West Seventh Street. The Enrollment Services Office is located in Champ Auditorium on the right side of the street (1st building past the Churchill Memorial). Enter the building doors that are under the blue awning. Parking is located on the right side of the street, right past Champ Auditorium. Please put your orange parking permit on your dashboard.

Local Accommodations
In Fulton: Loganberry Bed and Breakfast,573-642-9229 or 888-866-6661; Romancing the Past Bed and Breakfast, 573-592-1996;AmeriHost Inn, 573-642-0077 or 800-434-5800; Holiday Inn Express, 573-642-2600; In Kingdom City (7 miles north) Days Inn,573-642-0050 or 800-325-2525; Comfort Inn, 573-642-7745 or 800-274-7127; Super 8, 573-642-2888 or 800-800-8000
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Admissions

Applicants: 1,035
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Average HS GPA: 3.44





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