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Minot State University

Minot, North Dakota

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Overview

Enrollment

2,777
Minot State University overview
Location Minot, North Dakota
Online minotstateu.edu
School Type Public 4 Year
Setting Remote Town
Minot State University overview
Size Small
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate
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Minot State University, located in north-central North Dakota in the city of Minot, operates as the state's third-largest public university. The 130-acre campus features a mix of historic and modern buildings set on a hill overlooking the Souris River Valley. Founded in 1913 as a normal school for teacher training, MSU has evolved into a comprehensive public university offering undergraduate and graduate programs, with notable strengths in education, business, nursing, and social work. The university maintains a traditional residential campus environment with multiple student housing options, including three residence halls and apartment-style living facilities. While competing in NCAA Division II athletics as the Beavers, the institution places primary emphasis on its academic programs and serves a significant population of students from rural North Dakota and neighboring Canadian provinces.

Ratings

5/10

Overall

4/10

Academics

6/10

Resources

5/10

Outcomes

4/10

Value

MSU is rated within the lower 43% 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

Very Easy
Minot State University overview
SAT 992/1178
ACT 17/22
GPA 3.42

Applications Accepted

93.2% 
Minot State University overview
Applications Due Jun 30, 2025
Applicant Competition Very Low
Application Fee $35

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$7,168
Costs for Minot State University
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,100
Other Fees$1,340
Room and Board $7,180
Budget for Other Expenses$3,762
Total One Year Cost$20,550

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$45,200 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

34% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by Minot State University students
Subject Percent of Class
Business 36%
Education 16%
Health Professions 13%
Human Services 6%
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting 5%

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Last updated February 24, 2024