Minot State University
A good fit for families looking for lower cost and students who prefer a mid-size campus. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 2,062 students.
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About This School
Minot State University is a public institution located in Minot, North Dakota with approximately 2,062 undergraduate students enrolled. Minot State University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 65%. The average net price after financial aid is $12,703 per year. The graduation rate is 45%, and the typical graduate earns $46,900 within 10 years of enrollment.
Minot State University is a public university in Minot, North Dakota, United States. Founded in 1913 as a normal school, MSU evolved into a university in 1987 and is currently the state's third-largest, offering undergraduate and graduate degree programs.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: at just $12,514/year net price and only $11,980 in median debt at graduation, this is one of the more affordable public university options you'll find, and it pairs reasonably well with median earnings of $46,900 a decade out. The real concern is the 48% graduation rate — fewer than half of students who start here finish, which is a signal worth taking seriously before enrolling. Worth considering if you're cost-conscious, drawn to a small campus in North Dakota, and have a clear plan to stay on track academically.
Popular Programs
Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
Notable Alumni
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Admissions
SAT Scores
ACT Scores
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: 25% 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 (2,062 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
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.
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