Minnesota State University Moorhead

Moorhead, MN

publicMaster's Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs

Safety

B

ROI

B+

Minnesota State University Moorhead is a mid-size public master's university (large program) located in Moorhead, Minnesota, with an undergraduate enrollment of 3,072. The institution offers master's-level programs across multiple professional and academic fields alongside its undergraduate curriculum, serving students seeking advanced credentials in applied disciplines. As a public institution primarily funded through state appropriations and federal grants, it operates within the broader Minnesota postsecondary education landscape and is regionally accredited, making its credits and degrees eligible for federal financial aid. With a 59% acceptance rate, admission is broadly accessible. With a 59% acceptance rate, the institution is broadly accessible while maintaining academic standards. Net price for families earning \$48,001–$75,000 averages $13,907 per year. The highest program-level earnings outcomes are in CIP 00 — 10-year median earnings among aid recipients in these fields reach $94,536. The 4-year graduation rate is 56%, 11 percentage points above the national average of 45%. Among students who received federal financial aid, 10-year median earnings are $50,527.

Acceptance Rate

58.8%

Avg Net Price

$17,997

6-yr Grad Rate

59.1%

Earnings 10yr

$50,527

The Numbers

Admissions

Acceptance Rate
58.8%
SAT Range
ACT Range
18–25
Enrollment
3,072
Student:Faculty
17:1

Costs & Outcomes

In-State Tuition
$10,428
Out-of-State Tuition
$10,428
Room & Board
$10,994
Students Receiving Aid
28.0%
Median Debt at Grad

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Data from U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS, College Scorecard, Clery Act), Bureau of Labor Statistics, and FIRE. Updated annually. Not affiliated with Minnesota State University Moorhead.