Saint Cloud State Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 94.80%. Not very selective
- SAT Average: 1130. Average SAT scores, indicating a moderately competitive applicant pool.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $10,245
- Out-of-State Tuition: $10,245
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at Saint Cloud State:
- Total Enrollment: 10,732, including 2,126 online students
- 8,738 Undergraduate, 1,994 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 44.3% men, 55.7% women.
- This is a medium-sized institution, offering diverse programs and student activities.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 40%. Lower graduation rate, which may reflect challenges in student retention or completion.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 34%. A significant portion of students transfer to other institutions.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 71%. Good retention, typical for many institutions.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 216 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 71 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 53 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
Saint Cloud State Overview
Saint Cloud State University (Saint Cloud State) is a four-year, public school located in Saint Cloud, MN. Saint Cloud State University was newly reclassified as an Research College/University (Master's College and University (larger programs)) in 2025 due to changes in its research activities and doctoral program offerings.
The Saint Cloud State's tuition & fees is $10,245 for Minnesota residents and $10,245 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 50% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $7,165.
The school has a total enrollment of 10,732 and the students to faculty ratio is 18 to 1 (5.56%).
Saint Cloud State's acceptance rate is 94.80% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 16.56%. The median SAT score is 1130 and the ACT score is 21.
Saint Cloud State ranked 23rd in Minnesota Colleges rankings. Saint Cloud State University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Saint Cloud State University is $10,245 for in-state students and $10,245 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $10,924 for in-state students and $10,924 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $10,375 for Minnesota residents and $10,375 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $11,382 for Minnesota residents and $7,792 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $10,245 | $10,245 |
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| Graduate | $10,924 | $10,924 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $10,375 | $10,375 |
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| Graduate | $11,382 | $7,792 |
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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
Saint Cloud State University 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 Saint Cloud State
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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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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