Format: The 2019 Midwest Collegiate Championships shall be treated as two back-to-back events that include a 9-round Swiss System blitz tournament and a 5-round Swiss System classical tournament.
Arbitration:
The tournament is played according to the FIDE Laws of Chess.
The rapidplay/blitz rules for inadequate supervision shall apply.
The tournament is supervised by the chief arbiter with the help of deputy arbiters.
In the first instance, decisions are taken by a deputy arbiter.
The University of Missouri is committed to providing world-class events in Missouri and to encouraging the continued success of chess throughout the state.