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Academics
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Value
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Diversity
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Campus
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Athletics
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Party Scene
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Professors
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Location
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Dorms
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Campus Food
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Student Life
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Minnesota State Mankato is an above-average public university located in Mankato, Minnesota. It is a mid-size institution with an enrollment of 9,943 undergraduate students. Admissions is somewhat competitive as the Minnesota State Mankato acceptance rate is 71%. Popular majors include Nursing, Business, and Psychology. Graduating 53% of students, Minnesota State Mankato alumni go on to earn a starting salary of $37,200.
MANKATO, MN 56001
About Minnesota State Mankato...
- Public College
- SAT/ACT Optional
- Some Online Degrees
- Branch of
- Minnesota State Colleges
Athletics Division
NCAA Division II (with football)
Athletics Conference
Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference
Compare to Other Colleges
- Minnesota
- Mankato
Minnesota State University, Mankato Rankings
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Admissions
Application Deadline
Deadline for application submissions. Please contact the school for more details.
Rolling Admissions
Acceptance Rate
71%
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SAT Range
No data available —
ACT Range
18-23
Application Fee
$20
SAT/ACT
Considered but not required
High School GPA
Required
Early Decision/Early Action
No
Accepts Common App
No
Application Website
Admissions Website
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Will You Get Into MNSU?
Cost
Net Price
$16,809/ year
National
$15,523
Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
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Average Total Aid Awarded
$6,961/ year
National
$7,535
Students Receiving Financial Aid
90%
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Academics
Professors
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Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
20:1
Evening Degree Programs
No
78%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.81 responses
63%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.98 responses
57%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.98 responses
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Majors
Most Popular Majors
Nursing
327 Graduates
Business
148 Graduates
Psychology
126 Graduates
Marketing
117 Graduates
Finance
104 Graduates
Communications
100 Graduates
Biology
99 Graduates
Elementary Education
97 Graduates
Accounting
94 Graduates
Information Technology
89 Graduates
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Online Academics
Offers Online Courses
College offers distance education courses.
Yes
How Students Learn
Based on class setting of student enrollment.
Mix of Online and on Campus
45%
On Campus
47%
Online
8%
Programs Offered Entirely Online
Total number of complete undergraduate programs offered online or through distance learning.
10
Online Certificate Programs
Total number of certificate degree programs offered online or through distance education.
5
Online Associates Programs
Total number of associate degree programs offered online or through distance education.
Online Bachelor's Programs
Total number of bachelor's degree programs offered online or through distance education.
5
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Students
Full-Time Enrollment
9,943Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
2,605
Undergrads Over 25
11%
Pell Grant
23%
Varsity Athletes
6%
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on
70 responses
Everyone is very nice
41%
Everyone is so different
17%
A recent high school graduate
11%
Lots of diversity and students keep to themselves
10%
Outgoing
7%
Quiet
7%
Caring
1%
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Campus Life
Freshman Live On-Campus
No data available —
Day Care Services
No
Poll
54%
of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.115 responses
Poll
59%
of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life.127 responses
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
Based on
83 responses
Efficient
29%
Center for Success
20%
AMAZING
18%
Decent
16%
Underrated
6%
Home away from home
5%
Fast-paced
2%
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76%
of students highly rate the athletics/recreation facilities.88 responses
44%
of students highly rate the dining facilities.88 responses
65%
of students highly rate the performing arts facilities.88 responses
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After College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$44,900/ year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
53%
National
49%
Employed 2 Years After Graduation
96%
National
83%
82%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.57 responses
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Minnesota State University, Mankato Reviews
Rating 3.71 out of 5 1,284 reviews
Rating 5 out of 5
I was a hybrid student living almost 2 hours away from MNSU but I had such a valuable time spent there. I would rent a hotel for a couple of days not too far away from school and it was surrounded by restaurants, shops, and things to do. I never had to go far to get anything I need. Even though I wasn't on campus much, there was always an event and I got to meet a few people who turned into my really good friends now. I'll be moving to mankato in the fall and I'm really excited to embrace the full extent of Mankato's quality!
- Sophom*ore
- a month ago
Rating 5 out of 5
My experience with Minnesota State University, Mankato has been incredibly positive. The supportive community, dedicated faculty, and innovative programs have all contributed to a learning environment where I feel encouraged and empowered to succeed. The resources available, especially for students with unique challenges like dyslexia, have been invaluable in helping me achieve my academic goals. Overall, I feel that MSU Mankato is providing me with the tools and opportunities needed to excel in my chosen field.
- Junior
- 17 days ago
Rating 5 out of 5
I like how there’s a lot of resources to help you succeed such as mav pass and the math learning centre. In mav pass, students who’ve taken the class before teach students currently in the class and it’s free and after school hours. The math learning centre is a free math tutoring centre. I would like to have the option to attend more interesting events and the food could be better.
- Freshman
- 2 days ago
