Marshall, MN

Southwest Minnesota State University

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

62% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 2,811 applied, 1,748 accepted, and 388 enrolled in Southwest Minnesota State.
156 men and 228 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.

2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 tuition & fees are $10,361 for undergraduate programs and $10,360 for graduate programs.
Tuition has increased by 0.55% compared to last year at Southwest Minnesota State University.

Financial Aid

1,541 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $6,588.
For freshmen, 296 students (93%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $7,455.

Student Population

A total of 8,214 students enrolled Southwest Minnesota State in 2025.
By gender, 3,142 men and 5,072 women students are enrolled.
There are 7,735 undergraduate and 479 graduate students.

94 Major Programs

  • 49 programs through online
  • 6 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

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

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of Southwest Minnesota State is 45% and the transfer-out rate is 36%.
The retention rate is 74% for full-time and 74% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
45%
Transfer-out Rate
36%
Retention Rate
74%
Students to Faculty Ratio
16 to 1

Facutly & Staffs

A total of 229 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for Southwest Minnesota State and the average faculty salary is $96,050. The studetns to faculty ratio is 16 to 1.
There are 432 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $76,340.
Number of Faculties
229
Average Faculty Salary
$96,050
Number of Staffs
432
Average Staff Salary
$76,340

Special Learning Opportunities

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

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Placement services
  • On-Campus Daycare
  • Libraries