Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002367
- Phone: (320) 253-0000 x000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
65.38%FINANCIAL AID RATE
92%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
19:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
42FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$4,901Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Minnesota State University – Moorhead
Also known as MSU Moorhead
201 Eighth Ave S, Saint Cloud, MN
Minnesota State University - Moorhead provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Moorhead, MN and publically funded. Enrollment at MSU Moorhead exceeds 7,500 per year.
A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Communications And Journalism
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Education
The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions office. A SAT or ACT exam is required prior to applying, with scores within the range of 1003 - 1120 on the SAT and between 20 - 24 on the ACT is typical among students admitted to Minnesota State University - Moorhead. This school has an acceptance rate of about 63% of which only 43% decided to attend. Key admissions information can be gathered by completing the form on this page or calling the school.
The cost of tuition is close to $8,100 annually. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and that is why students should use the school's net price calculator to understand their cost of attendance. Housing may be available for those who wish to live on-campus for around a cost of $4,600 per year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
The MSU Moorhead "Dragons" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs available:
- Basketball (NCAA Division II)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
- Football (NCAA Division II)
- Golf (NCAA Division II)
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give you an idea of the candidates MSU Moorhead accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at Minnesota State University – Moorhead is around 5,900 students, with undergraduate students making up about 82% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $16,400. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $20 application fee for students applying to the school. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition range estimates:
- In-State: $7,600-$9,200
- Out-of-State: $15,000-$18,320
- Charges for part-time students are:
- State Residents: $250-$300 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $490-$590 per credit unit
Financial Aid Details
The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 92% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 78% | $4,802 |
Receiving Student Loans | 72% | $9,141 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Minnesota State University – Moorhead may provide services to students like:- Online course work available
- Remedial courses
- Counseling assistance
- Student employment
- Helping students find work after graduation
- Day care
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Art and Design Program
- Music Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Speech-Language Pathology Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
Minnesota State University – Moorhead is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division II with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Basketball (Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference)
- Track and Field (Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference)
- Football (Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Wrestling
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Minnesota State University – Moorhead by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
Business and Marketing Studies
Communications and Journalism
Computer and Information Sciences
Education
Engineering Technology
English Language and Literature
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
- Women's Studies (B, C)
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
History
- History (B)
Interdisciplinary Studies
Legal Professions and Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (A)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B, C)
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
- School Psychology (C, M)
Public Administration and Social Services
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Security and Protective Services
- Criminal Justice (B)
Social Sciences
- Cartography and GIS (C)
- Political Science (B)
- Economics (B)
- Sociology (B)
- Anthropology (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Minnesota State University – Moorhead.
- North Dakota State University in Bottineau, ND (3 miles away)
- Mayville State University in Bismarck, ND (51 miles away)
- Valley City State University in Bismarck, ND (59 miles away)
- University of Minnesota - Crookston in Minneapolis, MN (63 miles away)
- University of North Dakota in Fargo, ND (74 miles away)
Also, you can compare schools by looking through our list of colleges & universities:
- Get a list of all the colleges in Minnesota
- Get a list of all state universities in Minnesota
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002367
- Phone: (320) 253-0000 x000
- School Homepage