Southwest Minnesota State University
Southwest Minnesota State University is a public 4-year institution in Marshall, MN. It enrolls about 7,324 students and admits roughly 69% of first-year applicants.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Public 4-year |
| Control | public |
| Level | 4-year |
| Location | Marshall, MN 56258 |
| County | Lyon County |
| Enrollment | 7,324 |
| Acceptance rate | 69% |
| Applicants / admitted | 2,630 / 1,813 |
| In-state tuition & fees | $10,304 |
| Out-of-state tuition & fees | $10,304 |
| Graduation rate (150%) | 44% |
| Transfer-out rate | 35% |
| Full-time retention rate | 70% |
| Average net price (after aid) | $14,839 |
| Campus setting | Town: Remote |
| Size category | 5,000 - 9,999 |
| Highest degree offered | Post-master's certificate |
| ACT middle 50% | 17–23 |
| Website | www.smsu.edu/ |
| Phone | 5075377678 |
Admissions
About 2,630 students applied and 1,813 were admitted. Of those admitted, 368 enrolled.
Cost
Tuition and required fees are about $10,304 for full-time first-year students, the same for in-state and out-of-state students, which is typical of private institutions. Room and board are extra.
Cost after financial aid
The average net price — what students actually pay after grants and scholarships — is $14,839 per year for first-time, full-time students receiving Title IV aid.
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| Under $30,000 | $9,440 |
| $30,001–48,000 | $11,263 |
| $48,001–75,000 | $12,810 |
| $75,001–110,000 | $16,813 |
| Over $110,000 | $19,513 |
Net price falls as family income falls because need-based aid rises. These are 2022-23 figures reported to IPEDS; use them to compare institutions, and use each college's own net price calculator for a personal estimate.
Outcomes
Of the 329 first-time, full-time students in the 150% cohort, 44% completed their programme within 150% of normal time. That cohort definition matters: part-time students and transfers are not included, so a college that serves many of them can have a low reported rate while still graduating most of its students.
Where it is
Southwest Minnesota State University is in Marshall, MN, Lyon County. Its coordinates are 44.4537, -95.7595.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Southwest Minnesota State University?
About 69% of first-year applicants are admitted, based on federal IPEDS data for 2,630 applicants.
How much does Southwest Minnesota State University cost?
Tuition and required fees are about $10,304 for in-state students, excluding room and board.
How many students attend Southwest Minnesota State University?
About 7,324 students are enrolled.