UNDERGRADUATE
"I like the atmosphere of the University. It is very welcoming, close-knit, and comfortable. Coming from a big city, I was able to adapt very well."
Tiffany Johnson
St.
Louis, MO
With a population of approximately 17,000, the city of Kirksville offers a safe and friendly environment that is intertwined with many advantages of a larger city. Truman students enjoy spending their free time at Kirksville’s Downtown Cinema 8, or the community Aquatic Center, featuring a 6-lane indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and an incredible waterslide. You will also find Truman students enjoying the outdoors at Thousand Hills State Park. This 3,252 acre park just 2 miles west of Kirksville offers many recreational activities including camping, hiking, biking, swimming, motor boating, sailing, water skiing, and fishing.
As a part of the Kirksville community, you will be a part of a
variety of cultures, nationalities, interests, talents, abilities,
values and experiences. Regardless of where you come from you will find
a comfortable blend of social, economic, religious, and ethnic
backgrounds at Truman. It is our hope that as a part of your Truman
Experience you will open your mind to the arts, to different cultures,
and to new experiences. The cultural events on and off campus will
broaden your horizons by exposing you to new viewpoints. Whether it is a
production by the Truman Theatre Department, a Blues Festival at the
local Round Barn, or a volunteer project within the community, cultural
opportunities at Truman abound.
QUICK FACTS: KIRKSVILLE
Population: About 17,000
Warmest Month’s Average Temperature (July): 76.2
Coldest Month’s Average Temperature (January): 23.1
Average annual
rainfall: 35 inches
Average Annual snowfall: 21 inches
Distance from:
