Mayville State University

Overview

Mayville State University, located in Mayville, North Dakota, is a public institution established in 1889 that offers a variety of undergraduate programs with a focus on teacher education. Nestled in the rural Red River Valley, it sits approximately 50 miles north of the larger city of Fargo. Characterized by a small campus atmosphere, Mayville State provides an intimate educational setting with personalized attention. The university furnishes on-campus living options in its residence halls. Academically, it is recognized for its education and business-related majors, and while the institution demonstrates a generally inclusive application selectivity, it maintains particular criteria for admission reflecting its commitment to academic standards. Mayville State is part of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), though it is not predominantly renowned for its athletic programs.

Mayville State University has an open admission policy which permits enrollment by any high school graduate or GED holding student.  603 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 520 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $6,517 plus fees of $1,356. Mayville State University is ranked 732 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.