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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.
The school offers a wide array of programs of study, compared to other schools of its size. Minnesota State Mankato students most commonly major in a field related to nutrition and exercise therapy.
The school does not accept everyone who applies.
Minnesota State Mankato offers tenure to reward and retain some professors.
In 2007-2008, the school had 14,515 enrolled students.
Meal plans are available. Student athletes at the school belong to the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference for major sports.
More complete details are provided below.
Minnesota State University Mankato
South Rd and Ellis Ave
Mankato, MN 56001
General Phone: (507) 389-1866
http://www.mnsu.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education and Teaching | 474 | elementary school teaching, educational administration, school counseling, physical education teaching, special ed, teacher education, kindergarten/preschool teaching, social studies teaching, ... |
| Business and Management | 463 | business management, marketing, finance, accounting, international business, non-profit management |
| Liberal Arts | 421 | English, liberal arts and sciences, speech and rhetoric, geography, political science, Spanish language, history, economics, ... |
| Therapy and Counseling | 186 | psychology, community health services, communication disorders, organizational psychology, substance abuse counseling, clinical psychology |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 180 | health and physical education, parks and recreation management, athletic trainer, vocational counseling |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 127 | registered nursing, nursing science |
| Family and Social Work | 125 | social work, family and consumer science, public administration, adult development and aging |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 109 | criminal justice and police, corrections |
| Science | 103 | biology, biochemistry, chemistry, physics, geology, biotechnology, astronomy |
| Media | 80 | mass communication |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 65 | computer science, computer and info science, information science, computer engineering |
| Engineering | 65 | mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, civil engineering, engineering |
| Engineering Technician | 59 | automotive tech, manufacturing tech, electronics tech, computer engineering tech |
| Real Estate and Construction Management | 45 | construction management |
| Medical Support and Technology | 38 | dental hygienist, clinical lab tech |
| Design | 36 | interior design |
| Fine Arts | 35 | fine arts, art history and criticism |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 21 | drama, dance |
| Transportation | 20 | aviation tech |
| Architecture and Planning | 14 | urban planning |
| Mathematics | 11 | mathematics, statistics courses |
| Music | 11 | music management, music, music performance |
| Art Studies | 10 | art studies |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 4 | environmental science |
| Law | 2 | legal studies |
| Agricultural Science and Management | 2 | food science |
| Religion and Philosophy | 1 | philosophy |
Number of programs and degrees for Minnesota State Mankato in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 2,128 | 90 |
| Master's degree | 461 | 47 |
| Associate's degree | 45 | 1 |
| Post-master's certificate | 31 | 2 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 31 | 9 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 11 | 2 |
In 2007-2008, Minnesota State Mankato had a total enrollment of 14,515 students (13,421 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 49% |
| Women | 51% |
| Full-Time | 99% |
| Part-Time | 1% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 86% |
| Graduate | 14% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 81% |
| Black | 3% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 8% |
| (Foreign Students) | 4% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 3% |
| 18-19 | 28% |
| 20-21 | 28% |
| 22-24 | 23% |
| 25-29 | 9% |
| 30-34 | 3% |
| 35-39 | 2% |
| 40-49 | 2% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Minnesota | 86% |
| Wisconsin | 6% |
| South Dakota | 3% |
| Iowa | 2% |
| (International Students) | 1% |
| Nebraska | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 80 % |
| Part-Time | 58 % |
Minnesota State Mankato offers campus housing for 3,355 of its 13,421 (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 21 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 6,421 | 5,644 | 88% | 2,387 | 42% |
| Men | 3,079 | 2,621 | 85% | 1,174 | 45% |
| Women | 3,342 | 3,023 | 90% | 1,213 | 40% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Verbal | 18 | 23 |
| ACT Math | 19 | 25 |
| ACT Composite | 20 | 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 | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 95% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 6,263 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 12,508 |
| Room and board | $ 5,866 |
| Books and supplies | $ 856 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,170 |
Financial Aid:
Minnesota State Mankato participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 236000)
Minnesota State Mankato has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 178 | 102 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 66 | 79 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 31 | 43 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 109 | $88,387 | 46 | $82,595 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 72 | $70,132 | 60 | $64,776 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 85 | $62,214 | 105 | $58,504 |
| Instructor | academic year | 9 | $44,562 | 13 | $44,989 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 275 | $74,084 | 224 | $64,347 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference |
| Basketball | Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference |
| Baseball | Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference |
| Track | Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 196 | 165 | 361 |
| Football | 70 | 0 | 70 |
| Track | 20 | 32 | 52 |
| Baseball | 26 | 0 | 26 |
| Basketball | 12 | 14 | 26 |
| All Other Sports | 68 | 119 | 187 |
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT
Food Science
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 Engineering, General
Computer Science
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Information Science/Studies
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Dance, General
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
Education, General
Education/Teaching of Individuals with Mental Retardation
Education/Teaching of the Gifted and Talented
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
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
Reading Teacher Education
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
Teaching English as Second/Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor
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
Cartography
Creative Writing
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
Ethnic, Cultural Minority, and Gender Studies, Other
French Language and Literature
Geography
German Language and Literature
History, General
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
International Relations and Affairs
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Scandinavian Studies
Social Sciences, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
Speech and Rhetorical Studies
Urban Studies/Affairs
Women's Studies
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
Statistics, Other
MEDIA
Mass Communication/Media Studies
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
MUSIC
Music Management and Merchandising
Music Performance, General
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
Astronomy
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% |  |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 4% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| % of degrees in real estate and construction management (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in security and law enforcement (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in design (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in nutrition and exercise therapy (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad 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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