History
When Joseph Baldwin, an innovative educator, opened a school in the 1860s, he probably did not expect for it to have such a big impact. Originally founded as a teacher’s college, Truman State University has evolved into Missouri’s only public liberal arts and sciences institution.
Education
- The Missouri Legislature gave Truman a statewide liberal arts and sciences mission in 1985. Truman provides an outstanding liberal arts education to academically talented students from across the state of Missouri, our nation, and the world at an affordable price.
- Truman is nationally known for its assessment program, which is designed to measure student learning and outcomes. Truman’s retention and graduation rates are consistently among the highest in the state.
Research
Truman provides many different venues for both undergraduate and graduate students to participate in original research, whether classroom-based or faculty-directed research projects. There are also several summer research programs dedicated to fostering student research, such as the McNair Program and the TruScholars Program.
Research opportunities are available to everyone at Truman State University, from undergraduate students to faculty members
Career
- Whether you’re choosing a major, exploring different careers, looking for ways to gain work experience, or prepping for an interview, the friendly staff in the Career Center can assist you. Starting with your first year at Truman, we can help you find the best way to pursue your passions in school so you can continue them after graduation.
- The Career Center services are for all Truman students (not just seniors), and we also assist Truman alumni, faculty, and staff. In addition, the Career Center helps employers connect with smart and curious students from Truman’s diverse set of academic fields who are well-equipped to step into full-time and internship positions.
Distance Learning Courses
Business & Management (2)
- M.Acc. Accountancy
- M.A. Leadership
Housing services
- Our dedicated team is here to provide safe, comfortable, and intellectually engaging learning communities that support your development as a whole student.
- Between our six residence halls and two on-campus apartments, we know you’ll find a housing option that will best meet your needs.
Library services
The library fulfills its mission by:
Supporting the teaching, study and research activities of the Truman State University community
Teaching users to locate, obtain, and evaluate information, and assisting them in adapting to changes in information platforms and methods of access
Providing an environment in support of individual and collaborative learning
ICT services
The IT Service Center has combined the IT Call Center, Help Desk and Telephone Services into a one-stop location to serve you. You will find the following services
- Walk-in Technical Support
- Truman Wireless Configuration
- Laptop Checkout and Reservations
- Password Reset and User Account Configuration
- Student Personal Computer Support (Network connectivity, Mapping Network Drives and Printers, etc.)
Medical services
The Student Health Center (SHC) is committed to providing as many services as possible to Truman students both on and off campus during the pandemic situation. We are abiding by the CDC guidelines that preserve staff, personal protective equipment and supplies; ensure staff and patient safety.
Campus life
Living on campus allows you to experience college life to its fullest and make friendships that will last a lifetime. You are close to classes, the library, and the Rec Center, with easy access to the student activities that make campus life so rewarding. Home to nearly all of our freshmen as well as a majority of our sophomores, juniors, and seniors, each of our university residences has a unique personality
Sports facilities
Active bodies lead to engaged minds. Truman offers robust fitness and recreation activities and programming, including aerobics, intramural sports, workout facilities, outdoor adventures, workshops, and more.
Student clubs
Many memorable moments happen outside the classroom, and there are plenty of ways to get involved on the Truman campus. Expand your network by joining professional groups, fraternities and sororities, service organizations, intramural sports, entrepreneurial groups, campus media, music ensembles, political groups, debate, and much more.
Accreditation is a mark of quality, and Truman State University has been accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools since 1914. Truman has maintained full accreditation for all of its programs through the years.