Minot State University
Minot State University is a public research university in Minot, North Dakota, enrolling about 2,062 students. Admission is moderately selective, with an acceptance rate of about 64.62% in federal reporting data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $51,759 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $8,702
- 2024 Average Net Price: $12,703 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 64.62% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 2,062 82.2% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 45.05%
- Average SAT Score: 1051
Minot State University: what the data shows
Common questions about Minot State University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Minot State University?
Minot State University is located in Minot, ND (ZIP 58707).
NCES locale classification: Town.
Is Minot State University public or private?
Minot State University is a Public institution.
How much does Minot State University cost?
Published tuition: $8,702.
Average net price after aid: $12,703.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $9,492 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $10,388 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $11,359 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $13,674 |
| $110,001+ | $15,632 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $34,808.
How hard is it to get into Minot State University?
Admission rate: 64.62%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1051 and midpoint ACT 20.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Minot State University?
Total enrollment: 2,062 students.
About 82% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Minot State University?
150%-time completion rate: 45.05%.
First-year retention: 66.5%.
What do graduates of Minot State University earn?
Median earnings: $46,214 six years after entry; $51,759 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $19,609.
24.45% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Minot State University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (600 completions)
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research (70 completions)
- CIP 520201 (49 completions)
- Social Work (46 completions)
- CIP 131001 (45 completions)
- CIP 510201 (45 completions)
- Criminal Justice - Law Enforcement Administration (35 completions)
- CIP 310504 (32 completions)
- Marketing/Marketing Management, General (23 completions)
- CIP 240102 (21 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Minot State University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 64.62%; completion rate 45.05%; median earnings $51,759 at 10 years; net price $12,703. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$8,702
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Minot State University was $8,702.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$12,703
2024 Value
In 2024 Minot State University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $12,703.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$50,812 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$12,703 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$34,808 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Minot State University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
24.45% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
36.50% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Minot State University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Minot State University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $6,086 | $6,086 | $10,584 |
| 2014 | $6,225 | $6,225 | $10,567 |
| 2015 | $6,390 | $6,390 | $11,202 |
| 2016 | $6,568 | $6,568 | $10,817 |
| 2017 | $6,810 | $6,810 | $10,806 |
| 2018 | $7,064 | $7,064 | $10,920 |
| 2019 | $7,592 | $7,592 | $11,890 |
| 2020 | $7,896 | $7,896 | $12,205 |
| 2021 | $8,164 | $8,164 | $12,993 |
| 2022 | $8,508 | $8,508 | $12,121 |
| 2023 | $8,634 | $8,634 | $12,514 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
64.62% Acceptance Rate
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1051
ACT Average: 20
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
82.2% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Minot State University in 2024 is 2,062 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
66.5%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
28.91% 100% Completion Time
45.05% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 28.91% of students graduating from Minot State University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Minot State University.
Return on Investment
$19,609 Median Student Debt
$51,759 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
37.89% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
918.64% Return on Investment
3.8 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Minot State University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research: 70 completions
CIP 52.0201: 49 completions
Social Work: 46 completions
CIP 13.1001: 45 completions
CIP 51.0201: 45 completions
Criminal Justice - Law Enforcement Administration: 35 completions
CIP 31.0504: 32 completions
Marketing/Marketing Management, General: 23 completions
CIP 24.0102: 21 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 600 completions
Most popular programs at Minot State University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Minot State University graduates.
About
Minot State University is a public institution located in Minot, ND, offering 57 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 2,062 students. The admission rate is 64.62%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1051. The institution maintains a 45.05% graduation rate. Approximately 24.45% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Public
Location
Minot, ND 58707
Region: Plains
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 57 distinct degree programs, Minot State University provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
FAQ
How much does Minot State University cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $8,702 and average net price is $12,703 in the latest College Scorecard data.
How hard is it to get into Minot State University?
The admission rate is 64.6% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data.
What test scores do students need for Minot State University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Minot State University reports midpoint SAT about 1051 and midpoint ACT about 20.
What do graduates of Minot State University earn?
Median earnings are $46,214 six years after entry and $51,759 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Minot State University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 45.1% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Minot State University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $19,609.
How big is Minot State University?
Total enrollment is about 2,062 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Minot State University public or private?
Minot State University is a public institution located in Minot, ND.
Is Minot State University an HBCU?
No. Minot State University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Minot State University a tribal college?
No. Minot State University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Minot State University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Minot State University does not meet that proxy (reported share 7.2%).
Is Minot State University religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Minot State University in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.