Mankato, MN

Minnesota State University-Mankato

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

88% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 9,098 applied, 8,046 accepted, and 2,364 enrolled in Minnesota State University-Mankato.
1,097 men and 1,261 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.

2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 undergraduate tuition & fees are $9,572 for Minnesota residents and $18,942 for others.
The graduate tuition & fees are $10,449 for Minnesota residents and $19,989 for others.
Tuition has increased by 0.43% compared to last year at Minnesota State University-Mankato.

Financial Aid

6,865 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $6,324.
For freshmen, 2,017 students (88%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $5,798.

Student Population

A total of 15,271 students enrolled Minnesota State University-Mankato in 2025.
By gender, 6,476 men and 8,795 women students are enrolled.
There are 13,433 undergraduate and 1,838 graduate students.

270 Major Programs

  • 70 programs through online
  • 79 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Certificate Programs
  • Associate
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Doctorate
  • Post-graduate Certificate

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of Minnesota State University-Mankato is 54% and the transfer-out rate is 29%.
The retention rate is 80% for full-time and 80% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
54%
Transfer-out Rate
29%
Retention Rate
80%
Students to Faculty Ratio
21 to 1

Facutly & Staffs

A total of 690 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for Minnesota State University-Mankato and the average faculty salary is $101,314. The studetns to faculty ratio is 21 to 1.
There are 1,619 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $77,826.
Number of Faculties
690
Average Faculty Salary
$101,314
Number of Staffs
1,619
Average Staff Salary
$77,826

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • ROTC
  • Study Abroad
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

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