Minnesota State University Moorhead
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 3,072 students.
About This School
Minnesota State University Moorhead is a public institution located in Moorhead, Minnesota with approximately 3,072 undergraduate students enrolled. Minnesota State University Moorhead has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 59%. The average net price after financial aid is $17,997 per year. The graduation rate is 57%, and the typical graduate earns $44,900 within 10 years of enrollment.
Minnesota State University Moorhead (MSUM) is a public university in Moorhead, Minnesota, United States. It has an enrollment of 4,679 students as of 2023 and 266 full-time faculty members. MSUM is a part of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: at $17,816/year after aid and only $15,000 in median debt at graduation, the cost side is genuinely manageable — but a 55% graduation rate means nearly half of students who start don't finish, which is worth taking seriously. Worth considering if you're looking for an affordable regional university in a tight-knit campus setting, but come in with a clear plan and strong support system, since the 72% freshman retention rate suggests many students struggle with the transition or commitment. Median earnings of $44,900 a decade out are modest but reasonable given the low debt load.
Popular Programs
Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
Notable Alumni
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Admissions
SAT Scores
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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
Full Cost
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 (3,072 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
Address
Minnesota State University Moorhead
1104 Seventh Avenue South
Moorhead, MN 56563
Official Links
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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.
- Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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