NEW 2026 VPN Guide

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What is a VPN

The purpose of the VPN is to provide a secure, encrypted connection for transferring data. It allows faculty, staff, and students to conveniently access many network resources from off-campus. These resources include certain University systems, file servers, internal websites, and workstations. When a computer connects to Missouri State’s VPN, it is treated as part of the MSU network—even if the device is off-campus or using a different internet service provider.

How do I connect to the VPN?

The VPN client supported by the University is called GlobalConnect.

  1. Request VPN Access: Before you can connect to Missouri State's VPN, you must first be granted permission. Use this form to Request VPN Access. 
  2. Install and Connect: Once access is granted, you can use the guides below to install and connect to the VPN to your Windows or MacOS computer.
VPN Set Up & Connect  | Windows  
  1. Open your browser and navigate to https://remote.missouristate.edu/
  2. Select "Download Windows 64 bit GlobalPtrotect agent
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  3. Install the program
  4. Locate the GlobalProtect agent in the bottom right of your start bar. 
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  5. When opening the Global Protect agent, type in "remote.missouristate.edu" in the text box next to the Connect button:Uploaded Image (Thumbnail)
  6. GlobalProtect will use your Windows login automatically if you are connected with your MSU account.  Otherwise you will need to log in like you would to email.
  7. Once connected, it should look like this
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VPN Set Up & Connect  | MacOS


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