1501 State Street
Marshall, MN 56258
United States
About
Southwest Minnesota State University is a four-year public university offering a high quality education in the liberal arts and professions to prepare you for a life that is successful both personally and professionally. SMSU has grown into a university of choice with high national rankings, producing scholars who become the leaders, thinkers, and entrepreneurs of the future.
Strong academics, fulfilling social activities, rewarding civic engagement projects, and support from fellow Mustangs in a close-knit environment mean you will get the education of a lifetime at a price that won’t take a lifetime to pay for. We invite you to visit SMSU and to see for yourself all that we have to offer.
Strong academics, fulfilling social activities, rewarding civic engagement projects, and support from fellow Mustangs in a close-knit environment mean you will get the education of a lifetime at a price that won’t take a lifetime to pay for. We invite you to visit SMSU and to see for yourself all that we have to offer.
Cost
Living On-Campus
22,808
Living Off-Campus
22,707
Living with Family
20,907
Average Net Price
$15,004 / year
This is the average annual amount that first-time, full-time undergraduate students pay at this institution after subtracting all grants and scholarships from the cost of attendance.
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Net cost after grants and scholarships by income
$0-$30,000:
$9,370
$30,001-$48,000:
$11,354
$48,001-$75,000:
$12,523
$75,001-$110,000:
$16,188
Over $110,000:
$18,753
This net price data shows the average amount students have paid, according to their family income, after subtracting all grants and scholarships.
College Profile
Student/Faculty Ratio
14:1
Size of Student Body
6,984
Average Class Size
16
Graduate Students Enrolled
430
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Breakdown by Race
Black or African American:
8%
Hispanic:
7%
Asian:
3%
White:
70%
Two or more races:
4%
International Students:
5%
Unknown:
2%
Breakdown by Age
19 and Younger:
30%
20 to 24:
41%
25 to 34:
15%
35 to 44:
10%
45 and Older:
5%
Breakdown by Gender
Men:
34%
Women:
65%
New entering students who are transfers
48%
Student Success
Graduation Rate for Four-Year Programs
40%
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Completers within 6 years by race
American Indian or Alaska Native:
50%
Black or African American:
14%
Hispanic:
18%
Asian:
25%
White:
51%
Two or more races:
36%
Unknown:
36%
Completers within 6 years by gender
Men:
34%
Women:
46%
Retention Rate
67%
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Retention Rate By Type
Full-time:
67%
Part-time:
38%
Campus Settings
Financial Aid
Average amount of federal, state, local, institutional or other sources of grant aid awarded to undergraduate students
$6,831
The following information pertains to first-time full-time undergraduate students.
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Average amount of aid awarded to full-time first-time undergraduates
State/Local grant aid:
$3,341
Institutional grant aid:
$2,882
Federal grant aid:
$2,559
Average amount of grant aid awarded by income (all sources)
$0-$30,000:
$12,226
$30,001-$48,000:
$10,242
$48,001-$75,000:
$9,073
$75,001-$110,000:
$5,408
Over $110,000:
$2,843
School Scholarships
Yes
Financial Aid Contact
Cumulative Debt
This section shows the median debt graduates incurred to complete their degree at this institution.
Median Cumulative Debt by Degree Type
- Bachelor's Degree: $25,000
- Master's Degree: $25,874
Percent of Graduates With Loans
- Associate's Degree: 25%
- Bachelor's Degree: 72%
- Graduate Certificate: 88%
- Master's Degree: 48%
Admission Information
- System applications (online)
- School applications (online)
- School applications (paper)
- SMSU is now test optional for admission to the university. Students can submit test scores if they choose to, but they are not required for admission. We may ask for test scores to assist with course placement.
- High School Diploma or GED
- Transcripts
- SMSU is now offering test optional admission. Students can choose to submit their test scores, or not. We also offer self-reported admission where students can simply tell us their cumulative GPA and/or test scores. We will verify with final high school transcripts.
- Accepts dual credits
- Accepts exam-based credits
- Institution awards credits for military training
Application Timelines
Rolling Admissions Deadline
Fall- August 21st- Preferred
Financial Aid Application Deadline
March 1st is Priority Date
Admissions Contact
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