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Southwest Minnesota State University

Marshall, Minnesota Β· Town: RemoteOfficial Website β†—

#3396
Nationally
#72
In Minnesota
69%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 70%
$8,840
In-State Tuition
per year
43%
6-Year Grad Rate
Nat'l avg 63%
6,884
Undergrad Enrollment
5,000–9,999
Overall Score & Rankings
45/100
Average
#3396 nationally
#72 in Minnesota
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes43
πŸ’°Affordability50
🎯Selectivity18
πŸ“šAcademic Environment61
πŸ”¬Program Breadth72

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

Southwest Minnesota State University is a public four-year university located in Marshall, Minnesota. With 6,884 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 69%, the institution is considered moderately selective. In-state tuition is $8,840 per year ($8,840 out-of-state), near the national average for public institutions. The six-year graduation rate is 43%, which is average compared to the national average of 63%.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate69%Near avg
National avg: 70%
2,630
Applied
1,813
Admitted
368
Enrolled
ACT Score Range (Middle 50%)17 – 23
Cost & Financial Aid
In-State Tuition$8,840/yr
In-State Fees$1,464/yr
Out-of-State Tuition$8,840/yr
Room & Board$11,866/yr
Total CoA (In-State)$22,170/yr
Total CoA (Out-of-State)$22,170/yr
In-State Tuition vs National Avg$8,840↑ Above avg
National avg: $10,662
Graduation Outcomes
6-Year Graduation Rate43%↓ Below avg
National avg: 63%

The six-year graduation rate measures students who earn their degree within 150% of normal time (6 years for a 4-year program). It is the federal standard for comparing outcomes across institutions.

Student Body
6,884
Total Undergrads
62% F / 38% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 79%
Hispanic 6%
Black 3%
Asian 2%
Two or more 3%
International 1%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Publicly funded institution β€” tuition subsidized by state taxes for in-state residents
Consider
  • Β·Graduation rate of 43% is below the national average β€” research completion support services
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for in-state students who want a quality education at a subsidized cost.

Institution Profile
Type4-year
ControlPublic
LocationMarshall, Minnesota
SettingTown: Remote
Size5,000–9,999
State Ranking
#72
in Minnesota out of 7+ colleges
#3396
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.