Saint Paul, MN

Metropolitan State University

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
Metropolitan State University is a four-year, public school located in Saint Paul, MN.
It is classified as Master's College and University (medium programs) by Carnegie Classification.
Metropolitan State University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.

99% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 698 applied, 689 accepted, and 233 enrolled in Metropolitan State.
98 men and 133 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.
Admission Stats

2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 tuition & fees are $9,840 for undergraduate programs and $11,323 for graduate programs.
Tuition has increased by 0.61% compared to last year at Metropolitan State University.
Cost Breakdown

Financial Aid

3,276 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $5,410.
For freshmen, 91 students (90%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $8,021.
Detailed Financial Aid

Student Population

A total of 6,660 students enrolled Metropolitan State in 2025.
By gender, 2,855 men and 3,805 women students are enrolled.
There are 5,904 undergraduate and 756 graduate students.
More Demographics Stats

110 Major Programs

  • 22 programs through online
  • 21 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Certificate Programs
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Doctorate
  • Post-graduate Certificate
Area of Study

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of Metropolitan State is 44% and the transfer-out rate is 36%.
The retention rate is 68% for full-time and 68% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
44%
Transfer-out Rate
36%
Retention Rate
68%
Students to Faculty Ratio
15 to 1
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Facutly & Staffs

A total of 516 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for Metropolitan State and the average faculty salary is $102,024. The studetns to faculty ratio is 15 to 1.
There are 873 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $82,405.
Number of Faculties
516
Average Faculty Salary
$102,024
Number of Staffs
873
Average Staff Salary
$82,405

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • Study Abroad
  • Weekend/Evening College
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Libraries
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