Minot State University — acceptance rate 72%, tuition $7,168Minot State University campus, Minot, ND. Photo: Goldenpaw2000 (talk) (Uploads), CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
Outcomes
B
66/100
Affordability
C+
57/100
Resources
C+
63/100
Experience
B
72/100
Prestige
D
30/100
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
2,741
Total Enrollment
48%
Graduation Rate
72%
Retention Rate
11.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
72%
Acceptance Rate
$12,349
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Minot State University ▼
13%
of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.
The campus ZIP (58707) has no residential market, so these figures average 1 nearby ZIP codes within 6 miles of campus (58703).
What happens to students who enroll at Minot State University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
$51,759
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$46,214
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$19,609
Median debt at graduation
45.1%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,051
Average SAT
20
Median ACT
24.5%
Students receiving Pell grants
Typical debt at graduation equals about 38% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 43rd percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (ND wage index 0.93). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at Minot State University
Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
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Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
Category
In-State
Out-of-State
Tuition
$7,168
$7,168
Room
$3,600
Board
$4,458
Total Cost (On-Campus)
$21,694
$21,694
Financial Aid
94%
Receive Any Aid
26%
Receive Pell Grants
47%
Take Out Loans
$12,349
Avg Net Price
Net Price by Family Income
Family Income
Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000
$8,840
$30,001 - $48,000
$8,874
$48,001 - $75,000
$11,464
$75,001 - $110,000
$13,885
$110,001+
$15,562
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~343 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person36%
Hybrid (Some Online)40%
Fully Online24%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)72%
25-64 (Adult)21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Minot State University?
Minot State University has an acceptance rate of 72%.
This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Minot State University?
Tuition at Minot State University is
$7,168 for in-state students
and $7,168 for out-of-state students
.
However, the average net price after financial aid is $12,349.
What is the graduation rate at Minot State University?
The graduation rate at Minot State University is 48%.
This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Minot State University a good school?
Minot State University has a Repit College Score of 57/100 (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 (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Minot State University?
Minot State University has a total enrollment of 2,741 students.
Most students (72%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near Minot State University?
Yes! Approximately 13% of students at Minot State University live off-campus (not with family).
That's roughly 343 students who need rental housing near campus.
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