Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Moorhead, Minnesota |
| Online | mnstate.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize Suburban |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Minnesota State University Moorhead (MSUM) is located in Moorhead, Minnesota, directly across the Red River from Fargo, North Dakota, forming part of the Fargo-Moorhead metropolitan area. The 119-acre campus features a mix of modern and historic red brick buildings, including the landmark Livingston Lord Library. Founded in 1887 as a normal school for teacher training, MSUM has evolved into a comprehensive public university offering programs across four colleges, with notable strengths in business, education, and the arts. The university maintains a teaching-focused approach with smaller class sizes, and students can choose from traditional residence halls or campus apartments for on-campus living. MSUM competes in NCAA Division II athletics as the Dragons, participating in the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
MSU Moorhead is rated within the lower 49% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Minnesota State University Moorhead within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#608 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#196 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#18 in Best Colleges in Minnesota
#5 in Best Public Colleges in Minnesota
#43 in Best Value Colleges in Minnesota
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1080/1290 |
| ACT | 18/24 |
| GPA | 3.52 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $20 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Minnesota Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $1,398 |
| Room and Board | $10,104 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,724 |
| Total One Year Cost | $25,064 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $1,398 |
| Room and Board | $10,104 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,724 |
| Total One Year Cost | $33,900 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 17% |
| Education | 17% |
| Health Professions | 11% |
| Communication | 9% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 8% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=174358 IPEDS survey data for Minnesota State University Moorhead.
Current students may use the Minnesota State University Moorhead GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024