Bemidji State University
A good fit for students who prefer a mid-size campus and in-state Minnesota residents. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 3,139 students.
About This School
Bemidji State University is a public institution located in Bemidji, Minnesota with approximately 3,139 undergraduate students enrolled. Bemidji State University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 56%. The average net price after financial aid is $15,261 per year. The graduation rate is 48%, and the typical graduate earns $44,000 within 10 years of enrollment.
Bemidji State University (BSU) is a public university in Bemidji, Minnesota, United States. Founded as a preparatory institution for teachers in 1919, it provides higher education to north-central Minnesota. It is part of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: the $17,050 average net price and low median debt of $13,809 make this one of the more affordable options you'll find, which matters. However, the 53% graduation rate is a real concern — only about half of students who start here finish — so you'll want to honestly assess what support systems you'll need to be in that successful half. If you're drawn to a small, affordable school in northern Minnesota and have a clear plan, it's worth a look, but don't choose it passively.
Popular Programs
Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
Notable Alumni
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Admissions
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Financial Aid
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After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 16% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (3,139 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
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Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
- Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
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