Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
91.33%
SAT Average
1,190
ACT Range
22-25
Minnesota State University-Mankato Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 91.33%. This means approximately 913 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 11,325 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
91.33%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $9,490 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $18,860 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $22,565 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $18,609 | State avg: $17,382. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 20.48% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 42.46% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Minnesota State University-Mankato Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$18,860
Room and board
$11,224
Books and supplies
$1,042
Other expenses
$2,672
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$22,565
Average net price
$18,609
Average aid coverage
18%
$3,956 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Minnesota State University-Mankato pays approximately $18,609 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Minnesota average of $17,382 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Minnesota State University-Mankato?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Minnesota and national averages.
Minnesota State University-Mankato net price
$18,609
Minnesota average
$17,382
National average
$17,506
Minnesota State University-Mankato Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $18,860 and average net price at $18,609. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$18,860
Current net price
$18,609
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
54.11%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$56,922
Undergraduates
11,325
10-Year Median Earnings - Minnesota State University-Mankato vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Minnesota State University-Mankato graduates earn about 1.3x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Minnesota State University-Mankato?
Undergraduates
11,325
Completion rate
54.11%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
20.48%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
42.46%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 20.48% of Minnesota State University-Mankato students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 42.46% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Minnesota State University-Mankato
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Minnesota State University-Mankato's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Minnesota State University-Mankato lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Minnesota State University-Mankato is listed at South Rd and Ellis Ave, Mankato, MN 56001. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Minnesota State University-Mankato with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota State University-Mankato | 91.33% | $18,860 | $18,609 | $56,922 |
| Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science | 38.71% | $3,257 | Not available | $79,652 |
| Saint Johns University | 90.48% | $53,942 | $27,018 | $76,786 |
| Carleton College | 22.28% | $65,457 | $27,320 | $75,525 |
| University of Minnesota-Rochester | 71.83% | $14,400 | $12,785 | $69,020 |
Similar Schools in Mankato
This local cluster focuses on nearby Mankato schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Mankato.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Minnesota State University-Mankato's acceptance rate?
Minnesota State University-Mankato's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 91.33%.
How much is Minnesota State University-Mankato tuition?
Minnesota State University-Mankato's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $18,860.
What is Minnesota State University-Mankato's average net price?
Minnesota State University-Mankato's average net price in the local dataset is $18,609.
What is Minnesota State University-Mankato's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $56,922 for Minnesota State University-Mankato.
Is Minnesota State University-Mankato accredited?
Minnesota State University-Mankato's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend Minnesota State University-Mankato?
The local dataset lists 11,325 undergraduate students at Minnesota State University-Mankato.
What percentage of Minnesota State University-Mankato students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Minnesota State University-Mankato in the local dataset is 20.48%.
What is the federal loan rate at Minnesota State University-Mankato?
The federal loan rate for Minnesota State University-Mankato in the local dataset is 42.46%.
Where should I verify Minnesota State University-Mankato data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Minnesota State University-Mankato or the latest official federal education data.