Southwest Minnesota State University Minnesota

Regional public university in southwestern Minnesota focused on teacher preparation and professional programs.

College statistics

Address:
1501 State St
Marshall, MN
56258
Sector Group:
Public 4-Year or Above
Official Website:
www.smsu.edu/
Setting:
Town
Research Activity Tier:
No research designation
Economic Mobility Index:
Higher Access, Medium Earnings
Primary Undergraduate Major:
Education

Southwest Minnesota State University in Marshall is a public four-year university serving students across a wide region. The university emphasizes undergraduate education and professional preparation, with Education as its primary major. The campus sits in a town setting and enrolls approximately 7,300 students.

Tuition is $8,840 annually for both in-state and out-of-state students, with a total cost of attendance of $20,042 when accounting for room and board. Admissions are accessible, with an acceptance rate of 68.9 percent. The university maintains an endowment of $48.4 million to support its mission.

The six-year graduation rate reflects typical outcomes for regional comprehensive universities; students interested in education careers, nursing, business, and other professional fields should ask about specific program outcomes and job placement support. Visit www.smsu.edu/ for more information.