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Saint Cloud State University

Saint Cloud, MN · Public · Small city · Website

Admission rate
95%
Open
Average net price
$16,062
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
45%
Median earnings
$59,509
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Saint Cloud State University is a public college in Saint Cloud, MN with 5,088 undergraduates. It admits 95% of applicants, and admitted students average 1092 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $16,062 per year ($11,944 for families earning under $30,000). 45% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $59,509 ten years after enrolling.

public college

Admissions

Admission rate
95%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
5,026
Fall 2023
Admitted
4,772
Fall 2023
Yield
19%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing510–615
200800
SAT Math515–645
200800
ACT Composite17–25
136

What Saint Cloud State University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkConsidered
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementNot considered
  • RecommendationsNot considered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$24,841
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$10,858
Out-of-state tuition
$10,858

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$11,944
  • $30–48k$12,404
  • $48–75k$13,834
  • $75–110k$17,746
  • $110k+$23,068

Get a personal estimate with Saint Cloud State University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
45%
Freshman retention
71%
Median earnings
$59,509
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$19,500
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
5,088
Student–faculty ratio
18:1
Receive Pell grants
23%
  • White59%
  • Hispanic5%
  • Black13%
  • Asian4%

Saint Cloud State University FAQ

What is Saint Cloud State University's acceptance rate?+

Saint Cloud State University admits 95% of applicants, which makes it open.

What SAT score do you need for Saint Cloud State University?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 510–615 on SAT Reading and Writing and 515–645 on SAT Math; the average total is 1092.

What ACT score do you need for Saint Cloud State University?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 17–25.

Is Saint Cloud State University test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Saint Cloud State University?+

In Fall 2023, 5,026 students applied to Saint Cloud State University and 4,772 were admitted; 897 enrolled.

Does Saint Cloud State University consider legacy status?+

No. Saint Cloud State University reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Saint Cloud State University require an essay?+

Saint Cloud State University reported that an essay or personal statement is not considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Saint Cloud State University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $24,841 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $16,062.

What is Saint Cloud State University's graduation rate?+

45% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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