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#8 Best Public Universities in Minnesota

Bemidji State University

Bemidji, Minnesota

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Overview

Enrollment

4,023
Bemidji State University overview
Location Bemidji, Minnesota
Online bemidjistate.edu
School Type Public 4 Year
Setting Remote Town
Bemidji State University overview
Size Small
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate
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Bemidji State University sits on the western shore of Lake Bemidji in northern Minnesota, approximately 220 miles northwest of Minneapolis. The public institution, established in 1919 as a teachers' college, occupies a 89-acre wooded campus featuring a mix of historic and modern buildings, with direct access to the lake's recreational opportunities. BSU maintains a strong focus on environmental stewardship and natural resources, offering distinctive programs in aquatic biology, environmental studies, and wildlife management, alongside traditional liberal arts and professional programs. The university provides on-campus housing in multiple residence halls, and competes in NCAA Division I ice hockey and Division II athletics as the Beavers, reflecting the region's strong hockey tradition.

Ratings

5/10

Overall

4/10

Academics

4/10

Resources

5/10

Outcomes

3/10

Value

Bemidji State University is rated within the lower 40% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated

Rankings

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Getting In

Admission Standards

Easy
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ACT 19/24
GPA 3.26

Applications Accepted

77.5% 
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Applications Due -
Applicant Competition Very Low
Application Fee $0

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$8,994
Costs for Bemidji State University
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$890
Other Fees$1,136
Room and Board $9,572
Budget for Other Expenses$3,000
Total One Year Cost$23,592

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$43,000 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

42% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by Bemidji State University students
Subject Percent of Class
Education 19%
Business 16%
Health Professions 9%
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting 7%
Psychology 6%

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Last updated February 24, 2024