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Minnesota State University, a public 4-year college in Mankato, Minnesota, was established in 1868. The college is set on nearly 300 acres of land. It offers enrollment to more than 15,000 students.
MSU operates KMSU 89.7 FM, a public radio station. The college offers more than 150 undergraduate programs. These are classified into 6 major areas:
The sports teams of the university are nicknamed the Mavericks. The college has baseball, basketball, football, tennis, hockey and other sports teams.
Minnesota State Mankato is in Mankato, Minnesota. Mankato is a self-contained town. The school is a public institution. Minnesota State Mankato issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Post-Master's certificate.
Not all applicants to the school are accepted.
The most successful professors at Minnesota State Mankato are given tenure, encouraging them to stay with the school for a long time. The the school teaching staff is well compensated compared to other schools.
Approximately 14,333 students study at Minnesota State Mankato (in 2005).
Students at the school can take advantage of the school's meal plans. Students participate in North Central Intercollegiate Athletic Conference athletics.
More complete details are provided below.
Minnesota State University - Mankato
South Rd and Ellis Ave
Mankato, MN 56001
General Phone: (507) 389-6767
Admissions Phone: (507) 389-1822
Financial Aid Phone: (507) 389-1866
http://www.mnsu.edu
Minnesota State Mankato awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education And Teaching | 519 | elementary school teaching, educational administration, school counseling, physical education teaching, social studies teaching, teacher education, kindergarten/preschool teaching, special ed, ... |
| Liberal Arts | 478 | liberal arts and sciences, English, interdisciplinary studies, speech and rhetoric, geography, sociology, history, economics, ... |
| Business And Management | 388 | business management, marketing, finance, accounting, international business, non-profit management |
| Therapy And Counseling | 132 | psychology, community health services, communication disorders, clinical psychology, substance abuse counseling, organizational psychology |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 127 | health and physical education, parks and recreation management, athletic trainer, vocational counseling |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 125 | registered nursing, nursing science |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 120 | computer science, computer and info science, information science |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 111 | criminal justice and police, corrections |
| Science | 93 | biology, chemistry, physics, biotechnology, geology, biochemistry |
| Family And Social Work | 92 | social work, family and consumer science, public administration, adult development and aging |
| Media | 64 | mass communication |
| Engineering Technician | 62 | automotive tech, manufacturing tech, computer engineering tech, electronics tech |
| Engineering | 57 | mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, engineering, civil engineering |
| Transportation | 36 | aviation tech |
| Medical Support And Technology | 33 | dental hygienist, clinical lab tech |
| Fine Arts | 31 | fine arts, art history and criticism |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 20 | drama |
| Music | 16 | music management, music |
| Mathematics | 13 | mathematics |
| Art Studies | 8 | art studies |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 8 | environmental science |
| Real Estate And Construction Management | 4 | construction management |
| Religion And Philosophy | 3 | philosophy |
| Design | 2 | interior design |
| Architecture And Planning | 1 | urban planning |
Number of programs and degrees for Minnesota State Mankato in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 1,967 | 82 |
| Master's degree | 401 | 47 |
| Associate's degree | 121 | 1 |
| Post-master's certificate | 42 | 4 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 8 | 1 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 4 | 1 |
In 2005, Minnesota State Mankato had a total enrollment of 14,333 students (12,861 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 47% |
| Women | 53% |
| Full-Time | 99% |
| Part-Time | 1% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 85% |
| Graduate | 15% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 63% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 29% |
| (Foreign Students) | 4% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 23% |
| 20-21 | 28% |
| 22-24 | 26% |
| 25-29 | 9% |
| 30-34 | 4% |
| 35-39 | 2% |
| 40-49 | 3% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Minnesota | 86% |
| Wisconsin | 5% |
| South Dakota | 4% |
| Iowa | 3% |
| Foreign countries | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 78 % |
| Part-Time | 45 % |
Minnesota State Mankato offers campus housing for 2,888 of its 12,861 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Mankato, Minnesota for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Minnesota Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 5,605 | 5,035 | 90% | 2,255 | 45% |
| Men | 2,606 | 2,268 | 87% | 1,069 | 47% |
| Women | 2,999 | 2,767 | 92% | 1,186 | 43% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Verbal | 18 | 23 |
| ACT Math | 18 | 24 |
| ACT Composite | 19 | 24 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 95% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Admissions Phone Number: (507) 389-1822
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 5,402 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 10,750 |
| Room and board | $ 4,874 |
| Books and supplies | $ 820 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,538 |
Financial Aid:
Minnesota State Mankato participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 236000)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (507) 389-1866
Minnesota State Mankato has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 121 | $77,737 | 45 | $72,666 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 68 | $63,622 | 48 | $61,066 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 83 | $53,017 | 93 | $49,003 |
| Instructor | academic year | 13 | $37,975 | 16 | $38,611 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 285 | $65,356 | 202 | $56,318 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | North Central Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Basketball | North Central Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | North Central Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Track | North Central Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2004):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 170 | 135 | 305 |
| Football | 50 | 0 | 50 |
| Track | 21 | 24 | 45 |
| Baseball | 35 | 0 | 35 |
| Basketball | 10 | 12 | 22 |
| All Other Sports | 54 | 99 | 153 |
ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING
City/Urban, Community and Regional Planning
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Finance, General
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Information Science/Studies
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Art Teacher Education
Biology Teacher Education
Chemistry Teacher Education
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Curriculum and Instruction
Drama and Dance Teacher Education
Education, General
Education/Teaching of the Gifted and Talented
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Educational/Instructional Media Design
Elementary Education and Teaching
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
Family and Consumer Sciences/Home Economics Teacher Education
French Language Teacher Education
Health Teacher Education
Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching
Mathematics Teacher Education
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
School Librarian/School Library Media Specialist
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
Secondary Education and Teaching
Social Studies Teacher Education
Spanish Language Teacher Education
Special Education and Teaching, General
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Levels & Methods, Other
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Subject Areas, Other
ENGINEERING
Civil Engineering, General
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Engineering, General
Mechanical Engineering
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Automotive Engineering Technology/Technician
Computer Engineering Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Manufacturing Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Adult Development and Aging
Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General
Public Administration
Social Work
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
Fine/Studio Arts, General
LIBERAL ARTS
Anthropology
Creative Writing
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
Ethnic, Cultural Minority, and Gender Studies, Other
French Language and Literature
General Studies
Geography
German Language and Literature
History, General
International Relations and Affairs
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Social Sciences, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
Speech and Rhetorical Studies
Urban Studies/Affairs
Women's Studies
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Mass Communication/Media Studies
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
MUSIC
Music Management and Merchandising
Music, General
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing Science (MS, PhD)
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
Health and Physical Education, General
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management
Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling/Counselor
REAL ESTATE AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
Construction Management
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Biotechnology
Chemistry, General
Geology/Earth Science, General
Physics, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Corrections
Criminal Justice/Police Science
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Clinical Psychology
Communication Disorders, General
Community Health Services/Liaison/Counseling
Industrial and Organizational Psychology
Psychology, General
Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling
TRANSPORTATION
Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Minnesota State Mankato Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% |  |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| % of degrees in nutrition and exercise therapy (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 5% | |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 9% | |
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 16% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers campus housing Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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