Mizzou is a prestigious research university in the heart of the U.S. and Missouri which offers over 300 academic programs for students to explore. Hosting the MIE program on a university campus provides unique access to academic departments and faculty, corporate and industry professionals, and cutting-edge arts expression and sciences development.

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The University of Missouri

“Mizzou”

Mizzou’s VALUES

Responsibility Respect Discovery Excellence

University of Missouri

With a population of 120,000+, Columbia comes alive when the 45,000+ students come from all over the U.S. and the world to attend to Mizzou and other higher education institutions in town!

• Located near downtown Columbia, Missouri
• Ranked as one of the Top 10 College Towns
• Friendly, small-town culture
• Restaurants, parks, hiking trails, art and cultural festivals
• Close proximity to urban centers
• St. Louis and Kansas City are only �2 hours away

EXPLORATION

CONNECTION

GROWTH

Career Exploration Summer Program

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At its core, MIE believes �in the power of �experiential & hands-on education.

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Student explorers will participate in self-assessment, team-building, and �career-building activities that build �exploration, connection, and growth. �They will discover their strengths and interests and learn more about career paths in these areas.

Campus Experience �and Career Connections

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• Students live and learn together in an English-immersive environment.
• They explore Missouri and the University through tours and activities.
• They engage in interactive activities, collaboration, and hands-on experiences, mentored by University faculty and staff.

EXPLORATION

Hands-On Career Exploration

At MIE, explorers will learn more about different career paths through tours, conversations with Mizzou faculty, and hands-on experiences. ��Opportunities may include:

• Developing and marketing their own product at the Business School
• Learning various medical procedures at �the School of Medicine
• Making some news with the Mizzou Method at the School of Journalism

6 Career Paths Framework

HEALTH

CREATIVE

BUSINESS

NATURE

BUILDING/FIXING

HELPING

21st-Century and Interdisciplinary Careers

Explorers will learn about 21st-century careers and how different fields intersect.

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Experience U.S. Culture Through Field Trips

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Explorers will learn about United States history and culture �as they visit popular sites.

Kauffman Stadium, Kansas City

Watch a professional baseball game.

St. Louis Gateway Arch

Learn about Missouri’s history.

State Capitol: Jefferson City

Experience processes of government.

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Experience University Campus Life

Explorers will live, learn, and work together on Mizzou’s campus.

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CONNECTIONS

Community Environment

Explorers will build close community as they pursue career paths and build relationships.

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• Live in campus housing
• Eat together
• Participate in activities
• Work closely in small groups
• Be mentored by Mizzou Ambassadors

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English Immersive Experience

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Explorers will communicate in English with new friends from all around the world.

Daily Community Activities

Presentations

Hands-On Career Exploration

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Mentorship

Explorers will work in small teams led by a Mizzou Ambassador.

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Our Ambassadors:

• Lead explorers through a variety of activities that support career exploration, connections, and growth.
• Spend each day working closely with their teams.
• Accompany explorers on excursions.
• Facilitate daily reflections with Explorers to build on what we have learned.
• Are mentors and role models in the program.

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With a ratio of ~5 Explorers to 1 Ambassador, Ambassadors will guide and mentor small groups of Explorers throughout their journey.

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Interactions

During MIE, Explorers

will have the opportunity to interact with experts and professionals from a variety of academic fields (i.e. journalism, medicine, engineering, astronomy, veterinary, law, business, art, education, etc.)

AND from corporate leaders (Boeing, Bayer, etc.).

Friendships

Explorers will meet new people from culturally diverse backgrounds and create lasting friendships.

GROWTH

Lifelong Learning

MIE takes learning outside of the classroom and into the field, giving Explorers dynamic, lifelong learning experiences.

Leadership Skills

Explorers will develop their leadership skills with different activities and apply what they learn by collaborating with peers and presenting their ideas.

Team-Building

The Career Exploration journey includes team-building activities such as Venture Out, a high-ropes course that focuses on teamwork.

Independence and Autonomy

Explorers will be assigned different roles each day within their teams, �allowing them to work on their life skills and learn about responsibility.

Self-Assessment and Self-Discovery

The Career Exploration journey includes self-assessment and self-discovery activities that help Explorers identify their strengths and challenges—and how to put them to use in their future careers.

Service

Explorers will participate in community-�service events and learn more about non-profit organizations.

APPLICATION

& PAYMENT

PAYMENT OPTIONS AND DEADLINES

2024 Student Program Fee: $3,500

Coordinator Fee: $1,500

Program Fee Includes:

Suite-style housing on campus with one roommate, community laundry, and security staff at night

All meals during program �(dietary requests accommodated)

All activities including entry fees for field trips

Transportation during program upon arrival at airport

Pre-departure orientation and post-program �online sessions

Program Fee DOES NOT Include:

Airfare to and from �St. Louis Lambert International Airport

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Travel and Health Insurance (Required)

Any screening tests that may be required by the United States or student’s home country upon arrival or departure

Spending & other personal expenses �during the program

CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY

We will process a cancellation or withdrawal as follows:

JUNE 28, 2024: Last day to cancel and receive refund (less non-refundable deposit and fund transfer fee $50) - $2,450

Please note, payments lost due to withdrawal from a program cannot be applied to next year's programs or to a sibling's account.

On and after June 28, 2024: No refunds will be issued.

We are excited for this year’s �Mizzou International Experience program!

We can't wait to see you at Mizzou!

Contact mucoemie@missouri.edu today for more information!

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