Missouri Western State University

Missouri Western State University is a public organization and educational institute located in St. Joseph, Missouri, United States. Founded in 1915, it operates in the education, higher education, and university industries. The university's motto is "Everything is Possible".

Missouri Western State University is accredited by several organizations, including the Higher Learning Commission, National Association of Schools of Music, and the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education. Additionally, the university is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Education Preparation and the Commission of Collegiate Nursing Education. It also holds accreditations from organizations focused on physical therapy education, chemical sciences, engineering technology, clinical laboratory sciences, business schools, and social work education.

The university is affiliated with the National Collegiate Athletic Association, the American Association of State Colleges and Universities, and the National Athletic Association. Missouri Western State University has a subsidiary, Missouri Western State University--St. Joseph, Mo.