Southwest Minnesota State University

Southwest Minnesota State University is a medium-sized, four-year, primarily nonresidential school, located in a remote small town (Marshall, Minnesota). It is a public school, located in the picturesque Plains area of the country.

David C. Danahar is the President of the school. You can find more information about Southwest Minnesota State University by visiting their website.

Southwest Minnesota State University has a closed admissions policy. This doesn't mean you won't be able to be admitted to the school, but that you should contact the admissions office for complete admissions information. In order to apply for admittance, your high school GPA and transcripts are recommended. In addition, your class rank (where you were in yoru class) and your standardized test scores, such as those from an ACT or SAT, are both required. (Check with the admissions office to see which tests are acceptable.) If English is not your primary language, it is required that you take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and submit the results with your admissions application.

Of those who applied to the school, 72% were admitted. There are currently 3,068 students enrolled in the Southwest Minnesota State University.

Academic and career counseling services are available to students and, if it fits better with your needs, the school offers some programs via distance learning.

The school has on-campus housing available for up to 819 students. On-campus housing costs average about $3,160 per year. You may also choose to participate in a meals program (15 meals per week) for an additional $2,600. (This could be a weekly, monthly, or term amount. Check with the school's admissions office for further information.)

The average tuition for out-of-state full-time undergraduates is approximately $5,400. If you are an in-state student, then the average tuition is approximately $5,400. Any tuition figures are exclusive of required fees, books, and supplies. The fees can vary, but books typically average about $1,000. It is estimated that the total cost for an in-state student is $15,396 per year and $15,396 per year for an out-of-state student. If you choose to live off-campus, then it is possible for costs to be higher.

Contact Information:
    Southwest Minnesota State University
    1501 State St
    Marshall, MN  56258

Other Information:
    Enrollment: 3,068
    Website: http://www.southwestmsu.edu
    General Info: 507-537-7021
    Admissions: 507-537-6286
    Financial Aid: 507-537-6281

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