MSU Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 64.62%. Moderately selective, indicating a less competitive admission process.
- SAT Average: 1060. Average SAT scores, indicating a moderately competitive applicant pool.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $8,702
- Out-of-State Tuition: $8,702
- Both in-state and out-of-state tuition are relatively affordable compared to national averages.
Student Population at MSU:
- Total Enrollment: 2,751, including 643 online students
- 2,499 Undergraduate, 252 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 37.8% men, 62.2% women.
- This is a small institution, fostering a close-knit community and individualized attention.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 45%. Lower graduation rate, which may reflect challenges in student retention or completion.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 16%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 66%. Lower retention, which may reflect challenges in student engagement or support.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 109 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 11 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 7 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's.
MSU Overview
Minot State University (MSU) is a four-year, public school located in Minot, ND. It is classified as Master's College and University with medium programs by Carnegie Classification
The MSU's tuition & fees is $8,702 for North Dakota residents and $8,702 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 73% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $5,528.
The school has a total enrollment of 2,751 and the students to faculty ratio is 11 to 1 (9.09%).
MSU's acceptance rate is 64.62% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 77.92%. The median SAT score is 1060 and the ACT score is 20.
MSU ranked 1st in North Dakota Colleges rankings. Minot State University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Minot State University is $8,702 for in-state students and $8,702 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $10,886 for in-state students and $10,886 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $8,772 for North Dakota residents and $8,772 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $10,955 for North Dakota residents and $10,955 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $8,702 | $8,702 |
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| Graduate | $10,886 | $10,886 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $8,772 | $8,772 |
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| Graduate | $10,955 | $10,955 |
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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
Minot State University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs.
Special Learning Opportunities at MSU
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | No |
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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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