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Enrollment Deposit

Southwest Minnesota State University requires a deposit of $100 to confirm your enrollment.



National Rank

4.00%

The Southwest Minnesota State University is in the top 4.00% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.

State Rank

0.00%

The Southwest Minnesota State University is in the top 0.00% of colleges in the state of Minnesota for deposit cost. 12.12% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.

Type Rank

7.00%

The Southwest Minnesota State University is in the top 7.00% of Public, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 37.66% ofpublic colleges do not require a deposit.

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Student Population

Southwest Minnesota State University educates a diverse community of 6,930 students, with 6,518 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 412 engaged in advanced graduate studies.


Total Enrollment

6,930


Total Undergraduates

6,518

Total Graduates

412


Full-Time vs Part-Time

25% Full-Time

75% Part-Time

Admissions

The admission process at Southwest Minnesota State University has a 92% acceptance rate. Southwest Minnesota State University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential. the average ACT score is 20.


Acceptance Rate

92%


SAT

Students submitting SAT

1%

ACT

Students submitting ACT

54%

Composite Score

0

36

1723

English

0

36

1625

Math

0

36

1622

Location

Located in Marshall, MN, Southwest Minnesota State University offers students a small-town experience with all the advantages of a tight-knit community experience.


City

Marshall


County

Lyon County


State

Minnesota


Country

United States


Urbanization

Town: Remote

About

Southwest Minnesota State University features a student-focused approach with a 15 : 1 student-faculty ratio, values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.


Student-to-Faculty Ratio

15 : 1


Religious Affiliation

None


Division in Athletics

NCAA


Sector

Public, 4-year or above


Cost

Southwest Minnesota State University makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $15,004 with 27% of students receiving financial assistance including 32% benefiting from Pell Grants.


Average Net Price

$15,004


Received Aid

27%


Pell Recipients

32%


Combined Sticker Price

In-State: $10,304

Out-of-State: $10,304

Demographics

The Southwest Minnesota State University student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 77% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.


Gender
Men
2,491 (38%)
Women
4,027 (61%)
Other
36 (1%)

Outcomes

Southwest Minnesota State University prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 47% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.


Graduation Rate

47%

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