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St. Cloud State University
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  • 4 Year
  • SAINT CLOUD, MN
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Minnesota State Colleges

St. Cloud State University

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    grade B minus
    Overall Niche Grade
    1. Academics
      grade C+
    2. Value
      grade B+
    3. Diversity
      grade A
    4. Campus
      grade C
    5. Athletics
      grade B
    6. Party Scene
      grade B+
    7. Professors
      grade B minus
    8. Location
      grade B minus
    9. Dorms
      grade B minus
    10. Campus Food
      grade B
    11. Student Life
      grade B minus
    12. Safety
      grade B

    About

    720 FOURTH AVE. SOUTH
    SAINT CLOUD, MN 56301
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    Athletic Division
    NCAA Division II (without football)
    Athletic Conference
    Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference

    From St. Cloud State University

    At St. Cloud State University, we’ve redefined what it means to be a state university and have made bold and innovative changes to how we serve our students, resulting in a richer, rewarding and more holistic learning experience from day one. We provide individualized support combined with a world-class education that equips graduates with the tools and skills needed to succeed in today’s ever-changing world.

    Join our inclusive and vibrant campus community where you’ll have the opportunity to learn from, and conduct research alongside professors who are also renowned researchers in their fields. With more than 200 undergraduate programs of study and more than 60 graduate programs, holding nearly every available national accreditation, you can design an educational experience like none other — and one that is centered around you. Engage in our campus traditions and activities that form the bonds that bring us together as a strong Husky community.

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    Admissions

    Application Deadline
    Rolling Admissions
    Acceptance Rate
    73%
    SAT Range
    1000-1250
    ACT Range
    18-24
    Application Fee
    $0
    SAT/ACT
    Considered but not required
    High School GPA
    Required
    Accepts Common App
    No

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    Cost

    Net Price
    $13,697 / year
    National
    $15,523
    Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
    Average Total Aid Awarded
    $5,258 / year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    93%

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    Academics

    Professors
    grade B minus
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    Student Faculty Ratio
    17:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    Yes
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    Majors

    ‘Husky Life’ goes beyond world-class education at SCSU

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    Husky Life goes beyond the world-class education students receive at SCSU. It's woven into the University's fabric, shaping our students into who they strive to be. Living the Husky Life is a state of mind and a lifestyle at SCSU, shaped by campus traditions, community connections and adventures that build the confidence of our SCSU students.

    Online

    Programs Offered Entirely Online
    5
    Offers Online Courses
    Yes
    Online Certificate Programs
    2
    Online Associates Programs
    0
    Online Bachelor's Programs
    3
    How Students Learn
    • Mix of Online and on Campus
      36%
    • On Campus
      61%
    • Online
      4%

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    5,959 Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    4,228
    Undergrads Over 25
    11%
    Pell Grant
    35%
    Varsity Athletes
    6%
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    After College

    Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
    $44,200 / year
    National
    $33,028
    Graduation Rate
    45%
    National
    49%
    Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    95%
    National
    83%

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