Southwest Minnesota State University is a public university located in Marshall, Minnesota, United States. Established in 1964, SMSU is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and the Higher Learning Commission.
Highlights
University Type | Public |
Campus Setting | Small City |
UG Application Portal | Official website |
Annual Endowment | USD 2.7 million+ |
Student Retention Rate | 69% |
Work-Study Program | Yes |
Mode of Programs | Full time; Part-time; Online |
Campus Housing Capacity | 1,023 |
Annual Cost of Attendance | USD 16,380 |
Average Estimated Salary | USD 42,100 |
Admission Helpdesk | 507-537-6206 | registration@smsu.edu |
Programs, Campus & Residence
- The university offers over 50 undergraduate and 5 graduate programs through its many colleges.
- The most popular majors are – Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services; Education; Parks, Recreation, Leisure, and Fitness Studies; and Psychology.
- SMSU has 8 residence halls providing on-campus housing to freshmen at 84% of the student population.
Southwest Minnesota State University Admission Process
Intake Seasons Undergraduate – Fall – Sep 1
Admission Requirements
- Transcripts, LOR, SOP
- Test Scores - SAT/ACT/GMAT/GRE
- English Proficiency Test Score –
- TOEFL – 500 (paper based test); 173 (computer test); 61 (iBT)
- IELTS – 5.5
- Application Fee – USD 20
- Additional Requirements – Resume, Personal Essay
Applications for international students for both the undergraduate and graduate programs on the official website.
Cost of Attendance & Financial Aids
- The average need based scholarship offered is of USD 5,684.
- 67% of students receive some form of financial aid.
Southwest Minnesota State University Cost of Attendance
Expenses | Cost in USD |
---|---|
Tuition and Fees | 8,619 |
Room and Board | 7,761 |
Books and Supplies | Not Reported |
Miscellaneous | Not Reported |
The university has an alumni network who enjoy few benefits such as acquaintance with fellow alumni, encourage and coordinate alumni activities and many more.