Deciding When to Travel to Missouri State University and Springfield Missouri

You should consider several things as you make your decision regarding when to plan your travel to Missouri State University.  Your required latest arrival date, available flights or other transportation, interview with consulate, if applicable, availability of additional funds for temporary housing and food, and other personal considerations.  A wise choice of the earliest arrival time to meet your needs will greatly assist in your adjustment to your new environment.

Directions to Missouri State University located in Springfield Missouri.

Weather and Clothing

Choose carefully the clothing you bring with you.  During the year there will be a wide variation in temperatures.  Light clothing should be sufficient for spring and summer (April through September) with temperatures up to 35 degrees Celsius, but you will need a heavy, warm coat and sweaters for both autumn and winter (October through March).  Ther are occasional thunderstorms in summer and occasional snow in winter.  Termperatures in winter can be cold, at times dropping to around -17 degrees Celsius.

Baggage Check

If you have traveled internationally, you will know how important it is to ask at your point of departure where you will need to pick up your baggage.  Some airlines require passengers to pick up bags before changing flights.  Others take care of it all the way to the final destiation.  Asking this question before you leave the airport at home can save you much time and many problems in trying to recover lost bags. 

Immunizations and Medical History Information

You should bring immunization and other medical history information with you to the United States.