Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Saint Cloud, Minnesota |
| Online | stcloudstate.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Small City |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Saint Cloud, Minnesota, Saint Cloud State University is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 4,228 prospective students applied, and 3,988 were granted admission. Of those admitted 837 enrolled in the school. 5,668 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 5,106 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $7,839 plus fees of $1,331. St. Cloud State University is ranked 585 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
St. Cloud State University is rated within the lower 48% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Saint Cloud State University within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#585 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#197 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#17 in Best Colleges in Minnesota
#5 in Best Public Colleges in Minnesota
#58 in Best Value Colleges in Minnesota
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1000/1250 |
| ACT | 18/24 |
| GPA | 3.4 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Aug 15, 2024 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Minnesota Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $1,331 |
| Room and Board | $9,347 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,600 |
| Total One Year Cost | $22,317 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $1,331 |
| Room and Board | $9,347 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,600 |
| Total One Year Cost | $31,157 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 27% |
| Education | 13% |
| Communication | 8% |
| Psychology | 6% |
| Social Sciences | 5% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=174783 IPEDS survey data for Saint Cloud State University.
Current students may use the Saint Cloud State University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.