At a glance
Average net price
$17,503
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
56.9%
Admission rate
75%
Undergrad size
5,144
In-state tuition
$10,576
Out-of-state tuition
$17,308
Cost of attendance
$23,683
Median earnings (10y)
$58,532
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- 22
- Retention
- 79.0%
- Locale
- Town
Programs breakdown
21 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (29%), health (19%), humanities & arts (15%).
- STEM14%
- Health19%
- Business15%
- Humanities & arts15%
- Social sciences29%
- Trades & services9%
- Health professions19.3%~993 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Education15.9%~820 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Business14.6%~752 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~333 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~285 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~269 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Psychology4.8%~245 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Communication4.6%~237 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Computer science4.1%~213 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~173 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Liberal arts2.6%~133 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~104 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Engineering1.9%~100 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~97 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Social sciences1.7%~88 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~64 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Legal1.3%~64 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~60 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Mathematics1.0%~52 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- English0.9%~44 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History0.3%~16 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 429 | $64,934 | $26,252 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 285 | $37,651 | $26,470 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 220 | $42,074 | $25,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 153 | $35,002 | $24,875 |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Master's | 153 | — | — |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 152 | $40,999 | $27,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 148 | $39,401 | $26,762 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 136 | $36,367 | $22,665 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 129 | $34,768 | $25,250 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 111 | $37,552 | $25,550 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | First professional | 97 | — | — |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 96 | $44,501 | $25,000 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 93 | $28,721 | $13,062 |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 90 | $58,844 | $23,250 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Bachelor's | 81 | $31,017 | $29,750 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 69 | $46,397 | $23,652 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 65 | $38,804 | $26,012 |
| Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies. | Bachelor's | 64 | $33,238 | $21,148 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Bachelor's | 62 | — | $32,557 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 58 | $49,428 | $23,167 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Bachelor's | 54 | $41,623 | $27,000 |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 48 | — | $26,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 48 | — | — |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Bachelor's | 47 | $42,429 | $23,250 |
| Public Health. | Bachelor's | 46 | — | $20,966 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master's | 42 | — | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor's | 41 | $34,503 | $20,017 |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 37 | $28,308 | $23,750 |
| Materials Engineering. | Bachelor's | 36 | $66,265 | $22,000 |
| Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies. | Bachelor's | 32 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 31 | $35,922 | — |
| Education, General. | Master's | 30 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 29 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Graduate certificate | 27 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Master's | 26 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master's | 25 | $98,750 | — |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences. | Bachelor's | 23 | $25,427 | $27,000 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 22 | $33,952 | $25,875 |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Graduate certificate | 21 | — | — |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 17 | $37,437 | $21,687 |
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 Winona State University
Winona State University is a large institution located in Winona, Minnesota, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 5,144 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions, Education, Business.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Winona State University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $17,503 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $10,576 for in-state students and $17,308 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $23,683 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 56.9%, a above-average completion outcome. 79.0% 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 $58,532 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Winona State University confers degrees and certificates across 21 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 (29% of credentials), health (19% of credentials), humanities & arts (15% 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
Winona State University accepts 75% of applicants, making it moderately selective. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 22.
Location & campus
Set in Winona, Minnesota (town), Winona 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 Winona State University
Q.How much does Winona State University cost?
The average net price at Winona State University is $17,503 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $23,683.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Winona State University?
Winona State University has a 6-year graduation rate of 56.9% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Winona State University?
Winona State University admits 75% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Winona State University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Winona State University graduate earns $58,532 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Winona State University?
Published tuition is $10,576 in-state and $17,308 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Winona State University located?
Winona State University is located in Winona, Minnesota (ZIP 55987).
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 Winona State University at their official website.