Saint Cloud State University

Saint Cloud, MN

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ROI

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Saint Cloud State University is a large public master's university (large program) located in Saint Cloud, Minnesota, with an undergraduate enrollment of 5,088. 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 95% acceptance rate, admission is open to most applicants. The 95% acceptance rate reflects a broadly open admissions approach serving a wide range of students. Net price for families earning \$48,001–$75,000 averages $12,034 per year. The highest program-level earnings outcomes are in CIP 00 — 10-year median earnings among aid recipients in these fields reach $94,729. The 4-year graduation rate is 44%, near the national average. Among students who received federal financial aid, 10-year median earnings are $55,813.

Acceptance Rate

94.8%

Avg Net Price

$13,529

6-yr Grad Rate

51.0%

Earnings 10yr

$55,813

The Numbers

Admissions

Acceptance Rate
94.8%
SAT Range
1025–1260
ACT Range
17–25
Enrollment
5,088
Student:Faculty
18:1

Costs & Outcomes

In-State Tuition
$10,245
Out-of-State Tuition
$10,245
Room & Board
$10,596
Students Receiving Aid
21.7%
Median Debt at Grad

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