
Mankato, MN
Open Admissions
Graduation
Minnesota State University-Mankato is a public four-year institution located in Mankato, Minnesota. With an enrollment of approximately 11,325 undergraduate students, it is a mid-size institution. With an acceptance rate of 91%, the institution maintains an accessible admissions process. The graduation rate is 53%. Graduates earn a median salary of $56,922 within 10 years of enrollment. After financial aid, the average student pays a net price of $18,609 per year.
Acceptance Rate
91%
Class of 2026 data
Graduation Rate
53%
Enrollment
11,325
Total students
Median Earnings
$56,922
10 yrs after entry
In-State Tuition
$9,490
Per year
Out-of-State Tuition
$18,860
Per year
Average Net Price
$18,609
After aid (avg)
SAT Range
N/A or test-optional
SAT Score Range (M+R)
Test-optional / N/A
ACT Score Range
22 – 25
SAT Score (Math + Reading)
SAT Math
ACT Composite
25th
22
Median
22
75th
25
What most students actually pay
Return on Investment
Below Avg4-Year Cost
$74,436
10-Year Earnings
$569,220
ROI Multiple
7.6×
Based on avg net price × 4 years vs. median earnings × 10 years after enrollment
Graduation Rate
Within 6 years
Median Earnings
10 years after enrollment
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students