MSUM Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 58.76%. Moderately selective, indicating a less competitive admission process.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $10,428
- Out-of-State Tuition: $10,428
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at MSUM:
- Total Enrollment: 4,386, including 1,172 online students
- 3,375 Undergraduate, 1,011 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 33.7% men, 66.3% women.
- This is a lower medium-sized institution, balancing resources and a sense of community.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 57%. Moderate graduation rate, typical for many institutions.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 24%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 75%. Good retention, typical for many institutions.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 138 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 39 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 17 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
MSUM Overview
Minnesota State University Moorhead (MSUM) is a four-year, public school located in Moorhead, MN. It is classified as Master's College and University with larger programs by Carnegie Classification, also known as M1 Master's College. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at M1 Master's College comparison page.
The MSUM's tuition & fees is $10,428 for Minnesota residents and $10,428 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 67% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $6,740.
The school has a total enrollment of 4,386 and the students to faculty ratio is 17 to 1 (5.88%).
MSUM's acceptance rate is 58.76% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 27.31%.
MSUM ranked 21st in Minnesota Colleges rankings. Minnesota State University Moorhead is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Minnesota State University Moorhead is $10,428 for in-state students and $10,428 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $11,902 for in-state students and $11,902 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $10,521 for Minnesota residents and $10,521 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $12,279 for Minnesota residents and $12,279 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $10,428 | $10,428 |
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| Graduate | $11,902 | $11,902 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $10,521 | $10,521 |
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| Graduate | $12,279 | $12,279 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Minnesota State University Moorhead offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at MSUM
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | No |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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