At a glance
Average net price
$12,703
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
45.1%
Admission rate
65%
Undergrad size
2,062
In-state tuition
$8,702
Out-of-state tuition
$8,702
Cost of attendance
$19,339
Median earnings (10y)
$51,759
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,051
- ACT midpoint
- 20
- Retention
- 66.5%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
20 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (28%), health (26%), business (17%).
- STEM8%
- Health26%
- Business17%
- Humanities & arts11%
- Social sciences28%
- Trades & services11%
- Health professions25.7%~530 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Education17.2%~355 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Business17.0%~350 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~207 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~157 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Liberal arts4.6%~94 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~67 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Computer science3.0%~63 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~63 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~58 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Communication1.3%~27 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~22 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~18 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Psychology0.7%~13 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~9 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History0.4%~9 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~5 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- English0.2%~5 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics0.2%~5 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences0.2%~5 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare 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
37 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 123 | $61,254 | $27,111 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 99 | $38,581 | $25,823 |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 96 | $41,171 | $27,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 95 | $42,233 | $23,250 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 67 | $35,612 | $26,343 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 60 | $41,637 | $28,324 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Bachelor's | 54 | — | — |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Master's | 49 | — | — |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 46 | $43,645 | $21,129 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 45 | $24,280 | $29,147 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Bachelor's | 44 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 39 | — | — |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 35 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 33 | $32,197 | — |
| Education, General. | Master's | 31 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Master's | 30 | — | — |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master's | 29 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 24 | $40,040 | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Graduate certificate | 23 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 22 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 20 | — | $23,962 |
| Management Information Systems and Services. | Master's | 20 | $78,673 | — |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| International Business. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Management Information Systems and Services. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 15 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 15 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Graduate certificate | 5 | — | — |
| American Sign Language. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
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 Minot State University
Minot State University is a mid-sized institution located in Minot, North Dakota, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 2,062 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions, Education, Business.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Minot State University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $12,703 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $8,702 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $19,339 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 45.1%, a average completion outcome. 66.5% 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 $51,759 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Minot State University confers degrees and certificates across 20 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Health professions, Education, Business. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (28% of credentials), health (26% of credentials), business (17% 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
Minot State University accepts 65% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,051. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 20.
Location & campus
Set in Minot, North Dakota (city), Minot State University draws students from across North Dakota 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 Minot State University
Q.How much does Minot State University cost?
The average net price at Minot State University is $12,703 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $19,339.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Minot State University?
Minot State University has a 6-year graduation rate of 45.1% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Minot State University?
Minot State University admits 65% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Minot State University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Minot State University graduate earns $51,759 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Minot State University?
Published tuition is $8,702 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Minot State University located?
Minot State University is located in Minot, North Dakota (ZIP 58707).
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 Minot State University at their official website.