C+
Above Average
Score: 58/100

Minnesota State University Moorhead

4-Year Public
📍 Moorhead, Minnesota 56563
Outcomes
B
69/100
Affordability
C
48/100
Resources
C+
59/100
Experience
B
67/100
Prestige
C
44/100

Quick Stats

4,410
Total Enrollment
55%
Graduation Rate
72%
Retention Rate
17.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
53%
Acceptance Rate
$18,231
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Minnesota State University Moorhead

4% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 154 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$0
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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $8,838 $8,838
Room $6,830
Board $3,764
Total Cost (On-Campus) $25,700 $25,700

Financial Aid

96%
Receive Any Aid
30%
Receive Pell Grants
65%
Take Out Loans
$18,231
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$13,260
$30,001 - $48,000$12,969
$48,001 - $75,000$14,544
$75,001 - $110,000$19,410
$110,001+$21,573

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Educational Leadership and Administration, General 117 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 103 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 82 grads/yr Social Work 70 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 64 grads/yr Health/Health Care Administration/Management 51 grads/yr Curriculum and Instruction 50 grads/yr Psychology, General 48 grads/yr Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist 38 grads/yr Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services 37 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 31 grads/yr Operations Management and Supervision 29 grads/yr Special Education and Teaching, General 27 grads/yr Exercise Science and Kinesiology 26 grads/yr Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist 25 grads/yr Finance, General 25 grads/yr Project Management 24 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 21 grads/yr Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other 21 grads/yr Construction Management, General 21 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Minnesota State University Moorhead's top programs commonly pursue.

Education administrators, kindergarten through secondary
$104k/yr 333,300 jobs
Education administrators, postsecondary
$104k/yr 226,600 jobs
Education administrators, all other
$89k/yr 60,200 jobs
Education and childcare administrators, preschool and daycare
$56k/yr 90,200 jobs
Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs

Student Demographics

4,410
Total Students
66%
Women
80%
Traditional Age (18-24)
4%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 79%
Hispanic 4%
Black 5%
Asian 2%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 90%
Off-Campus (Renters) 4%
With Family 6%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~154 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 23%
Hybrid (Some Online) 49%
Fully Online 28%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 80%
25-64 (Adult) 18%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Minnesota State University Moorhead?
Minnesota State University Moorhead has an acceptance rate of 53%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Minnesota State University Moorhead?
Tuition at Minnesota State University Moorhead is $8,838 for in-state students and $8,838 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $18,231.
What is the graduation rate at Minnesota State University Moorhead?
The graduation rate at Minnesota State University Moorhead is 55%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Minnesota State University Moorhead a good school?
Minnesota State University Moorhead has a Repit College Score of 58/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Minnesota State University Moorhead?
Minnesota State University Moorhead has a total enrollment of 4,410 students. Most students (80%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near Minnesota State University Moorhead?
Yes! Approximately 4% of students at Minnesota State University Moorhead live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 154 students who need rental housing near campus.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology