At a glance
Average net price
$15,261
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
47.9%
Admission rate
56%
Undergrad size
3,139
In-state tuition
$10,237
Out-of-state tuition
$10,237
Cost of attendance
$22,744
Median earnings (10y)
$53,755
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,090
- ACT midpoint
- 22
- Retention
- 72.7%
- Locale
- Town
Programs breakdown
22 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (26%), business (20%), health (16%).
- STEM16%
- Health16%
- Business20%
- Humanities & arts13%
- Social sciences26%
- Trades & services8%
- Business20.3%~638 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Health professions16.2%~508 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Education10.8%~339 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Psychology8.4%~264 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Liberal arts8.1%~254 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering tech5.1%~159 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~130 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~127 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~124 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~124 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~117 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Social sciences2.5%~78 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Communication1.6%~49 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~42 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Computer science1.1%~36 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Mathematics1.0%~33 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- English0.9%~29 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~29 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~26 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~13 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~13 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- History0.2%~7 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 320 | $41,901 | $23,500 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 213 | $68,571 | $27,990 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 191 | $33,925 | $26,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 157 | $35,652 | $27,757 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 119 | $40,717 | $23,181 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 100 | $29,149 | $25,494 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 97 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 97 | $47,810 | $30,114 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 76 | $39,119 | $23,389 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 76 | — | $24,898 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 70 | — | — |
| Wildlife and Wildlands Science and Management. | Bachelor's | 60 | $29,521 | $22,301 |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 55 | $38,358 | $27,000 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master's | 50 | $53,489 | — |
| Engineering Technologies/Technicians, General. | Bachelor's | 49 | $65,403 | $30,982 |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor's | 35 | $46,783 | $27,000 |
| Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology. | Bachelor's | 33 | — | $28,626 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Undergraduate certificate | 28 | — | — |
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor's | 28 | $59,479 | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 25 | — | $24,000 |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 24 | — | — |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 22 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 21 | $28,438 | $20,875 |
| Biology, General. | Master's | 21 | — | — |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Bachelor's | 15 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 14 | — | — |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 13 | $44,023 | — |
| Education, General. | Master's | 13 | — | — |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Public Health. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Engineering-Related Fields. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Master's | 7 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Master's | 6 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Bemidji State University
Bemidji State University is a mid-sized institution located in Bemidji, Minnesota, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 3,139 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Health professions, Education.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Bemidji State University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $15,261 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $10,237 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $22,744 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 47.9%, a average completion outcome. 72.7% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $53,755 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Bemidji State University confers degrees and certificates across 22 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Health professions, Education. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (26% of credentials), business (20% of credentials), stem (16% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Bemidji State University accepts 56% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,090. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 22.
Location & campus
Set in Bemidji, Minnesota (town), Bemidji State University draws students from across Minnesota and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Bemidji State University
Q.How much does Bemidji State University cost?
The average net price at Bemidji State University is $15,261 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $22,744.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Bemidji State University?
Bemidji State University has a 6-year graduation rate of 47.9% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Bemidji State University?
Bemidji State University admits 56% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Bemidji State University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Bemidji State University graduate earns $53,755 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Bemidji State University?
Published tuition is $10,237 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Bemidji State University located?
Bemidji State University is located in Bemidji, Minnesota (ZIP 56601).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Bemidji State University at their official website.