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Southwest Minnesota State University

country rank  792
world rank  2291

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Overview

Established in 1963, the Southwest Minnesota State University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the rural setting of the large town of Marshall (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Minnesota. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Southwest Minnesota State University (SMSU) is a medium sized (uniRank enrollment range: 6,000-6,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Southwest Minnesota State University (SMSU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 62-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 90-99% making this US higher education organization a least selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. SMSU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Southwest Minnesota State University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Southwest Minnesota State University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Southwest Minnesota State University' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium sized

Selectivity

Southwest Minnesota State University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym SMSU
Founded 1963
Motto Where You Belong
Colours Brown and gold
Mascot
Video Presentation

University Location

Address 1501 State Street
Marshall
56258-5468 Minnesota
United States
Southwest Minnesota State University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Southwest Minnesota State University Phone Number (800) 642 0684
Southwest Minnesota State University Fax Number (507) 537 7154
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Southwest Minnesota State University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Southwest Minnesota State University's academic range and degree level offering.



Southwest Minnesota State University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees		 Bachelor
degrees		 Master
degrees		 Doctoral
degrees

 
 
 
 
A&H
L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T
Eng

Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Southwest Minnesota State University's areas of study and degree levels currently offered. The above matrix may not be complete or up-to-date.

Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Southwest Minnesota State University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Southwest Minnesota State University.



Southwest Minnesota State University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro) 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro)
International
students		 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro) 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro)

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Notice: please contact the university's Admission Office for detailed information on Southwest Minnesota State University's yearly tuition fees, which apply to your specific situation and study interest; tuition fees may vary by program, citizenship/residency, study mode (i.e., face to face or online, part time or full time), as well as other factors. The above matrix is indicative only and may not be up-to-date.

Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Southwest Minnesota State University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Southwest Minnesota State University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 90-99% making it a least selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is recommended
  • Secondary school rank is recommended
  • Secondary school record is recommended
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are neither required nor recommended
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are recommended
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is recommended

Source: IPDES


Southwest Minnesota State University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Southwest Minnesota State University's Admission Office Admission Office



(507) 537 6286
(800) 642 0684

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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Southwest Minnesota State University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate. The above information may not be complete or up-to-date.

Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Southwest Minnesota State University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 6,000 to 6,999, making it a medium-sized institution.


Southwest Minnesota State University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 200 to 299 members.


Southwest Minnesota State University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


Southwest Minnesota State University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Southwest Minnesota State University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a rural setting.


Southwest Minnesota State University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Southwest Minnesota State University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

This institution has a high percentage of disabled students making it particularly disability-friendly.


Southwest Minnesota State University is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Southwest Minnesota State University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Southwest Minnesota State University's Library
Southwest Minnesota State University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 172,655 physical volumes, 10,028 physical media, 42,801 digital/electronic media and 67 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 10 full-time employees, including 4 librarians. Southwest Minnesota State University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Southwest Minnesota State University's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, the Southwest Minnesota State University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 1,034 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Southwest Minnesota State University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Southwest Minnesota State University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Southwest Minnesota State University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Southwest Minnesota State University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Southwest Minnesota State University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Southwest Minnesota State University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Southwest Minnesota State University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Southwest Minnesota State University's facilities and services. The information above is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.

Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Southwest Minnesota State University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Southwest Minnesota State University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Higher Learning Commission

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Southwest Minnesota State University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • American Chemical Society
  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • Council on Social Work Education, Board of Accreditation
  • National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Southwest Minnesota State University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Southwest Minnesota State University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System (MNSCU)
  • American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Southwest Minnesota State University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics for some of Southwest Minnesota State University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and as an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Southwest Minnesota State University's Facebook page review

X X (Twitter)

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YouTube YouTube

Southwest Minnesota State University's Youtube page review

Instagram Instagram

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

Southwest Minnesota State University's official LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

Southwest Minnesota State University's official TikTok channel


Free Online Courses

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