Being the 3rd most affordable university in the USA, Minot State University is home to international students from 28 countries every year. Nearly 2,920 students are currently enrolled in the various programs offered by Minot State University. Prospective students can choose from over 100 academic programs offered across three colleges at MSU- Business, Education and Health Sciences, and Arts and Sciences.

With an acceptance rate of 66.7%, MSU exhibits a moderately selective admission policy. Admissions to Minot State University are offered for Fall, Spring and Summer intake terms. The applicants must pay an application fee of 35 USD and submit satisfactory SAT/ACT scores to get accepted into the university. The university needs the graduate applicants to have a decent academic record and submit competitive GRE/GMAT scores depending upon their opted course requirements.

MSU is committed to offering affordable and high quality learning experience to international students hailing from all over the world. The average cost of attendance for an international student pursuing UG and PG degree program at the university is merely 17,000 to 19,000 USD per annum.

Minot State University Rankings 

  • Ranked at #110 in Regional Universities Midwest, #151 in Top Performers on Social Mobility and at #34 in Top Public Schools by US News and World Report
  • Ranked at #3 in Best Colleges in North Dakota and at 295th out of 1,577 in Best Academics College in America by Niche.com

Highlights

Type of University Public
Campus Setting Urban
Number of Undergraduate Students 2,920
Percentage of International Students 9.8%
Annual Acceptance Rate 66.7%
Basic Tuition Fee for International Undergraduate Students 10,263 USD
Test Scores Accepted SAT,ACT,TOEFL, IELTS
Graduation Rate 45.11%
Employment Rate 85.8%
Application fees 35 USD
Official Website www.minotstateeu.edu

Minot State University Programs 

Minot State University offers a wide range of professional UG programs through its three colleges of Business, Education and Health Sciences, and Arts and Sciences. Apart from that, the university has an exceptional graduate school offering 8 graduate degree programs and 7 certificate programs.

The university offers around 60 majors and 20 minors degrees in undergraduate courses and 15+ master's graduate courses. In addition to this, MSU also provides various courses in online mode. Business Administration and Management, Education, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Social Work, Finance and speech language pathology are the most popular majors of Minot State University.

Some of the top programs offered by MSU and their fees are given below:

Programs Fees in USD
Bachelor Computer Science 8,164
BSc in Social Science Education 8,164
Bachelor International Business 8,164
Bachelor Applied Business Information Technology 8,164
Master of Science in management 10,263
Master of science in sports management 10,263
MSc in speech language pathology 10,263

Minot State University Campus and Accomodation 

Minot State University comprises 26 important buildings such as Cyril Moore Science Center, Amphitheater, Hartnett Hall, Herb Parker Stadium, McCulloch Hall, Memorial Hall, Student Center and many more.

  • The Cyril Science center has nearly 30 lab facilities and it also houses a greenhouse and a museum. The amphitheater is a picturesque stage presenting multiple plays, musicals and other productions.
  • MSU Students Center consists of two billiards tables, a shuffleboard table, a dart board, a foosball table, several TVs, a 20-foot screen, and comfortable seating areas.
  • The university Gordon B. Olson Library is home to more than 200,000 books, government documents, volumes, and periodicals.
  • The university has more than 60+ students clubs and organisations providing leadership opportunities, community service to social events and entertainment.
  • MSU also hosts 100+ events including bingo, movies, and tournaments, to musicians, comedians, hypnotists, and much more for their students.
  • MSU houses a 440 seat amphitheatre with state-to-the-art facilities, a wellness centre with a fitness centre and exercise equipment.

Accommodation/Housing Facilities

  • MSU provides accomodation facilities to their students in its four residential halls and three apartments namely McCulloch Hall, Cook Hall, Crane Hall, Lura Manor, Campus Heights, Pioneer Hall and University Heights.
  • The residential halls are coed and all rooms are furnished with a bed, desk, chair, closet,kitchen, laundry service, and dresser.
  • The Crane Hall and Lura Manor offer suite style living options. The costs of the residential halls are given below:
Residential halls Yearly Costs in USD
Cook Hall Single: 3,700 Double: 2,700
McCulloch Hall
Crane Hall Single: 4,282 Double: 3,282
Lura Manor

MSU also provides off campus living to their students in its apartments. Apartments are accessible for all the students who do not meet the first year live-on requirements. The costs of living in the apartments are given below:

Apartments Rent per month in USD 2 Bedroom rent in USD
Campus Heights 446 659 per month
Pioneer Hall Standard 513
Pioneer Hall Large Floor Plan 616
University Heights 515

Minot State University Application Process

The students who want to seek admission at Minot State University can apply using the following application process:

Application Deadline:

International candidates who wish to pursue any course at the Minot State university, should apply before the deadline. The application deadlines are

Semesters Undergraduate Application deadlines Graduate Application deadlines
Fall June 15 May 30
Spring October 15 September 30

Admission Requirements for Minot Sta​te University
Below are the details of the prerequisites for the admission in the Minot State University:

  • Completed Application Form
  • Proof of English Proficiency test
  • High School Certificate or bachelor degree certificate
  • Official translated Transcripts
  • SAT/ACT scores
  • GMAT/GRE scores
  • Copy of your Passport
  • Letter of Recommendation
  • Visa

Minot State University Cost of Attendance 

The budget is an important aspect to consider as an international student wishing to study in USA. It is important for the international students to take a note of the following costs prior to applying to the university:

Expenditures Costs per annum in USD
Undergraduate Fees 8,164
Graduate Fees 10,263
Annual Housing 2,700
Meal Plans 3,900
Health Insurance 2,116
International student fees 150
Total 17,030-19,129

Minot State University Scholarships and Financial Aids 

MSU provides several scholarships to their undergraduate students. The scholarships are based on their academic achievements and financial needs. The Automatic 4-year Award by MSU is offered to the academically outstanding candidates based on their GPA, ACT or SAT scores. The scholarship is renewable for a period of 4 years.

Standardised Test Score Requirement GPA Requirement Scholarship Award per year
ACT- 30+, SAT-1360+ 3.8-4.00 3,000
ACT- 26 to 29, SAT-1230 to 1350 3.8-4.00 2,000
ACT- 21 to 25, SAT-1060 to 1220 3.8-4.00 1,500

In addition to this, MDC also provides various athletic scholarships like Aufforth/Marean/Coleman Scholarship, Arnold Arnie Strebe Scholarship, Bert Leidholt Athletic Scholarship and many more.

Minot State University Alumni 

MSU has a strong alumni network spread across the world. The university offers a wide range of benefits to their alumni members such as access to various universities concerts and events, part of the Beavers and Brew event.

Some of the notable alumni of Minot State University are:

  • Arthur G. Crane: former Governor of Wyoming
  • Ernst Ising: physicist developed an Ising model
  • Scott Deibert: former Canadian football player
  • Stanley W. Lyson: member of North Dakota Senate
  • Mary Manross: former mayor of Scottsdale, Arizona

Minot State University Placements 

Around 85.8% of the MSU graduates and alumni have been placed in top companies across the world. The university offers internships and full time employment opportunities to their students through its MSU Career Services.

Job Average Salary in USD
Project Manager 68,685
Accountant 36,173
Human Resources 80,000
Public Accountant 65,000
Information Technology Manager 90,000

Minot State University offers affordable and exceptional education to students from 28 countries across the world. It has gained a reputation as one of the most cost effective institutions to study in the USA. MSU graduates have excelled in various professional fields and receive handsome salary packages from top companies across the globe.

FAQs

Ques. What is the deadline to apply for readmission at MSU?

Ans. Students can reapply for admission until the last day to add, drop, or withdraw from the university classes. It is recommended to submit readmission applications prior to the first day classes for each term.

Ques. Can I take individual courses or do I have to enroll in a degree program at the university?

Ans. Most of the MSU students take courses to supplement their on campus experience. You can even pursue a mixture of online courses on campus or study entirely online.

Ques. How many credits is required for a course at MSU?

Ans. You need a minimum of 120 credits for a baccalaureate degree at Minot State University.

Ques. Will the grades I earned at my previous academic school count toward my MSU GPA?

Ans. Yes. The cumulative GPA grades will be calculated from your previous academic school with the exception of remedial coursework.

Ques. What are my chances of getting admitted to MSU?

Ans. Those who have successfully completed their previous academic studies and examinations required for high school graduation, who have strong academic achievements, are fluent in English are likely to get admitted to Minot State University.

Ques. What are the Master's degree programs offered at MSU?

Ans. The degrees offered in the university are Masters in Education,Master in Special Education, Master in Sports Management,Management (MSM), Master in Cybersecurity Management and many more.