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Metropolitan State University

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Overview

Metropolitan State University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States. Founded in 1971, Metropolitan State University is a coeducational institution officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. This institution provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, including pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. This 55-year-old US higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The institution reports an acceptance rate of 60-69%. It is considered a moderately selective. International students are welcome to apply. Metropolitan State University also provides students with several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, financial aid and/or scholarships, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Metropolitan State University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Metropolitan State University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Metropolitan State University' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium-sized

Selectivity

Metropolitan State University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

Identity

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Founded 1971
Motto Where life and learning meet
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Location

Address 700 East Seventh Street
Saint Paul
55106-5000 Minnesota
United States
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Metropolitan State University Phone Number (651) 793 1300
Metropolitan State University Fax Number (651) 793 1907
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Metropolitan State University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Higher Learning Commission

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Metropolitan State University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs
  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • Council on Social Work Education, Board of Accreditation


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Metropolitan State University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Metropolitan State University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Metropolitan State University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Metropolitan State University's academic range and degree level offering.



Metropolitan State University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes
L&C Yes
B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes
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Programs and Courses

Metropolitan State University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Metropolitan State University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Metropolitan State University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Metropolitan State University.



Metropolitan State University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro) 10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro)
International
students		 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro) 10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Metropolitan State University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Metropolitan State University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Metropolitan State University Admission Info


Metropolitan State University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Metropolitan State University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Metropolitan State University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Metropolitan State University has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Metropolitan State University's acceptance rate ranges from 60 to 69%, making it a moderately selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution is a Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI) and, historically, has a special focus on promoting education and research among the above specific ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is required
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is neither required nor recommended
  • Recommendations are neither required nor recommended
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Metropolitan State University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Metropolitan State University's Admission Office Admission Office

700 East Seventh Street
St. Paul 55106-5000
(651) 793 1300


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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Metropolitan State University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Metropolitan State University Size and Profile


Metropolitan State University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Metropolitan State University has a student enrollment ranging from 6,000 to 6,999, making it a medium-sized institution.


Metropolitan State University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Metropolitan State University's academic staff ranges from 600 to 699 members.


Metropolitan State University's Control Type Control Type

Metropolitan State University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


Metropolitan State University's Entity Type Entity Type

Metropolitan State University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Metropolitan State University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Metropolitan State University's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Metropolitan State University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Metropolitan State University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Metropolitan State University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Metropolitan State University is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Metropolitan State University Facilities


Metropolitan State University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Metropolitan State University's Library
Metropolitan State University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 43,040 physical volumes, 5,447 physical media, 116,792 digital/electronic media and 218 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 25 full-time employees, including 8 librarians. Metropolitan State University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Metropolitan State University's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Metropolitan State University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported


Metropolitan State University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Metropolitan State University Services


Metropolitan State University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Metropolitan State University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported


Metropolitan State University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes
In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.


Metropolitan State University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Metropolitan State University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Metropolitan State University Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Metropolitan State University consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

Metropolitan State University
  • First College
  • College of Arts and Sciences
  • College of Management
  • College of Professional Studies
  • School of Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice
  • School of Nursing

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Memberships and Affiliations

Metropolitan State University Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Metropolitan State University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System (MNSCU)
  • American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU)


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Free Online Courses

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Metropolitan State University public or private?

Metropolitan State University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is Metropolitan State University profit or non-profit?

Metropolitan State University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Metropolitan State University in terms of enrollment?

Metropolitan State University has a student enrollment ranging from 6,000 to 6,999, making it a medium-sized institution.

What is the size of Metropolitan State University in terms of academic staff?

Metropolitan State University's academic staff ranges from 600 to 699 members.

Is Metropolitan State University a coeducational institution?

Metropolitan State University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Metropolitan State University use?

Metropolitan State University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Metropolitan State University affiliated with?

None.

Does Metropolitan State University admit international students?

Yes.

What is Metropolitan State University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Metropolitan State University's acceptance rate ranges from 60 to 69%, making it a moderately selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Metropolitan State University ?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro). International students: 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Metropolitan State University located?

Metropolitan State University is located in Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States. Address: 700 East Seventh Street.

Is Metropolitan State University accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Metropolitan State University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission (since ).

Does Metropolitan State University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Metropolitan State University offer study abroad programs?

Not reported

Does Metropolitan State University have a university library?

Yes Metropolitan State University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 43,040 physical volumes, 5,447 physical media, 116,792 digital/electronic media and 218 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 25 full-time employees, including 8 librarians. Metropolitan State University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Does Metropolitan State University provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Metropolitan State University have sports facilities or activities?

Not reported

Does Metropolitan State University offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Metropolitan State University offer career services?

Not reported

Does Metropolitan State University offer distance learning?

Yes In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Does Metropolitan State University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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