Southwest Minnesota State University: Admissions 2026, Scholarships, Fees 2026, Rankings & Programs

Southwest Minnesota State University: Admissions 2026, Scholarships, Fees 2026, Rankings & Programs

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Southwest Minnesota State University is a public university located in Marshall, Minnesota, United States. Established in 1964, SMSU is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and the Higher Learning Commission.

Highlights

University Type Public
Campus Setting Small City
UG Application Portal Official website
Annual Endowment USD 2.7 million+
Student Retention Rate 69%
Work-Study Program Yes
Mode of Programs Full time; Part-time; Online
Campus Housing Capacity 1,023
Annual Cost of Attendance USD 16,380
Average Estimated Salary USD 42,100
Admission Helpdesk 507-537-6206 | registration@smsu.edu

Programs, Campus & Residence

  • The university offers over 50 undergraduate and 5 graduate programs through its many colleges.
  • The most popular majors are – Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services; Education; Parks, Recreation, Leisure, and Fitness Studies; and Psychology.
  • SMSU has 8 residence halls providing on-campus housing to freshmen at 84% of the student population.

Southwest Minnesota State University Admission Process

Intake Seasons Undergraduate – Fall – Sep 1

Admission Requirements 

  • Transcripts, LOR, SOP
  • Test Scores - SAT/ACT/GMAT/GRE
  • English Proficiency Test Score –
    • TOEFL – 500 (paper based test); 173 (computer test); 61 (iBT)
    • IELTS – 5.5
  • Application Fee – USD 20
  • Additional Requirements – Resume, Personal Essay

Applications for international students for both the undergraduate and graduate programs on the official website.

Cost of Attendance & Financial Aids

  • The average need based scholarship offered is of USD 5,684.
  • 67% of students receive some form of financial aid.

Southwest Minnesota State University Cost of Attendance

Expenses Cost in USD
Tuition and Fees 8,619
Room and Board 7,761
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Miscellaneous Not Reported

The university has an alumni network who enjoy few benefits such as acquaintance with fellow alumni, encourage and coordinate alumni activities and many more.

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Application Deadline For Fall Intake (1st Jun 2026)
USD 22,806 /Yr20TOEFL iBT: 4 | IELTS: 5.5 | Duolingo: 95 | PTE: 47

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2 years
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USD 15,090 /Yr

2 years
On Campus
English
Full Time
weHrdZ: IELTS5.5|TOEFL61|PTE44|Duolingo105
8MB0lL: Duolingo-105
USD 15,090 /Yr

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3 years
On Campus
English
Full Time
weHrdZ: IELTS5.5|TOEFL4|PTE47|Duolingo95
8MB0lL: TOEFL iBT: 4 | IELTS: 5.5 | Duolingo: 95 | PTE: 47
USD 22,806 /Yr
2 years
On Campus
English
Full Time
weHrdZ: IELTS5.5|TOEFL61|PTE44|Duolingo105
8MB0lL: Duolingo-105
USD 15,090 /Yr
USD 10,800 /Yr

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Forktip Women’s- Innovation ScholarshipNDHjH0Variable Amount70v4DRBachelor+zy2NqCollege-Specific
FINCAD Women in Finance ScholarshipNDHjH0$20,00070v4DRMaster+zy2NqMerit-Based
Jane M. Klausman Women in Business ScholarshipNDHjH0$5,00070v4DRBachelor+zy2NqMerit-Based
The Google Lime ScholarshipNDHjH0$10,00070v4DRBachelor+zy2NqMerit-Based
Ritchie-Jennings Memorial Scholarship ProgramNDHjH0$10,00070v4DRBachelor+zy2NqMerit-Based

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Undergraduate Programs
$10,800 / Year
Post Graduate Program
$15,090 / Year
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Books & Supplies
$1,200 / Year
On campus, Room & Board
$7,810 / Year
On Campus, Other Expenses
$3,156 / Year
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Off campus (not with family), Room & Board
$7,810 / Year
Off campus (not with family), Other Expenses
$3,156 / Year
Off campus (with family), Room & Board
$3,156 / Year
Off campus (with family), Other Expenses
$3,156 / Year

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Music Programs
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Nursing Programs
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Comments


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maceline mutepaire
Feb 9, 2025 18:10
Can I get a placement at your university
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ashu bantha magar
Sep 1, 2023 11:12
Do I have to write sop Can u plss make waiver my application fee
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Sinbad Chongtham
Sep 5, 2023 21:06

Whether to write an SOP for admission at Southwest Minnesota State University depends upon the program you have applied for. The university waives application fees throughout the year for low-income students at any institutions or campuses that are part of the Minnesota State system or if you apply while visiting the campus.

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mike sakala
Aug 19, 2022 03:44
I want to apply at SMSU for summer please help
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Rubab
Aug 20, 2022 23:45

If you are willing to apply for Southwest Minnesota State University admission, you can fill in the form as per the stated deadlines. The common deadline for applications is September 1. If you are willing to avail of scholarships, you need to submit your application by June 30. The university does not entertain late admissions. The university accepts applications both in online and offline mode.

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