Minot State University is a public 4-year college in Minot, North Dakota with 2,062 undergraduates. It admits 65% of applicants, costs an average of $11,490 a year after grants and graduates 45% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Minot State University acceptance rate and admissions
Minot State University admitted 65% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 500 to 570, math 430 to 570). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Minot State University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $9,192 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $9,420 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $19,059 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $11,490 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $11,490 a year after grants and scholarships, $7,569 less than the full cost of attendance. This figure covers in-state students.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students paying in-state tuition, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Minot State University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Minot State University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 45% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $56,245 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $19,913 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 35% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Minot State University majors and what graduates earn
Minot State University awarded bachelor's degrees in 39 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from nursing ($80,533).
All 39 majors at Minot State University
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Minot State University
7 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 7 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Speech-language pathology | Master's | 26 | n/a | n/a |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | Master's | 19 | $37,874 | n/a |
| Special education | Master's | 17 | n/a | n/a |
| Business administration | Master's | 12 | n/a | n/a |
| Management information systems | Master's | 11 | n/a | n/a |
| Education | Master's | 9 | $57,647 | n/a |
| Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 2,062 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 61% women, 39% men
- 11 students for every faculty member
- Setting: small city
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Minot State University?
Minot State University admitted 65% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Minot State University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $9,192 for in-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $11,490 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Minot State University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 500 to 570 in reading and writing and 430 to 570 in math, and 18 to 24 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Minot State University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Minot State University reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Minot State University?
45% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Minot State University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $56,245 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.