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St. Cloud State University

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Overview

St. Cloud State University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of St. Cloud, Minnesota, United States. Established in 1869, St. Cloud State University (SCSU) is a coeducational institution and is officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. SCSU provides programs and courses leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as 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. Further information can be found in the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below or by searching the institution's website through the search engine below. This 157-year-old US higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate is 90-99%. This places it among a least selective. International applicants are eligible to apply. SCSU also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

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Control

St. Cloud State University's Control Typepublic

Entity

St. Cloud State University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

St. Cloud State University' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

St. Cloud State University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym SCSU
Founded 1869
Motto A Tradition of Excellence and Opportunity
Colours Cardinal red and black
Mascot Blizzard T. Husky

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Location

Address 720 Fourth Avenue South
St. Cloud
56301-4498 Minnesota
United States
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St. Cloud State University Phone Number (320) 308 0121
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

St. Cloud 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 St. Cloud State University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communications
  • Association for Behavior Analysis International Accreditation Board
  • Association of Technology, Management and Applied Engineering
  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
  • Commission on Accreditation for Marriage and Family Therapy Education
  • Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education
  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs
  • American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, Council on Academic Accreditation
  • Council on Social Work Education, Board of Accreditation
  • Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences
  • National Association of Schools of Art and Design, Commission on Accreditation
  • National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation
  • National Association of Schools of Theatre, Commission on Accreditation
  • National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education


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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 St. Cloud 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

St. Cloud State University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of St. Cloud 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 St. Cloud State University's academic range and degree level offering.



St. Cloud 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 Yes Yes
L&C Yes Yes Yes
B&S Yes Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

St. Cloud State University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

St. Cloud State University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of St. Cloud 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 St. Cloud State University.



St. Cloud State University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro) 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro)
International
students		 17,500-19,999 US$ (15,950-18,225 Euro) 12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 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 St. Cloud State University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official St. Cloud State University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

St. Cloud State University Admission Info


St. Cloud State University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

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


St. Cloud State University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

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


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

St. Cloud State University's acceptance rate ranges from 90 to 99%, making it a least selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is 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


St. Cloud State University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


St. Cloud State University's Admission Office Admission Office

720 Fourth Avenue South
St. Cloud 56301-4498
(320) 308 2244
877 654 7278

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Size and Profile

St. Cloud State University Size and Profile


St. Cloud State University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

St. Cloud State University has a student enrollment ranging from 10,000 to 14,999, making it a large-sized institution.


St. Cloud State University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

St. Cloud State University's academic staff ranges from 500 to 599 members.


St. Cloud State University's Control Type Control Type

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


St. Cloud State University's Entity Type Entity Type

St. Cloud 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.


St. Cloud State University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


St. Cloud State University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

St. Cloud 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.


St. Cloud State University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


St. Cloud State University is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

St. Cloud State University Facilities


St. Cloud State University's Library University Library

Yes Visit St. Cloud State University's Library
Saint Cloud 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 518,778 physical volumes, 77,577 physical media, 131,847 digital/electronic media and 54 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 28 full-time employees, including 13 librarians. Saint Cloud State University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


St. Cloud State University's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, St. Cloud State University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 1,642 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


St. Cloud State University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


St. Cloud State University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

St. Cloud State University Services


St. Cloud State University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


St. Cloud State University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


St. Cloud 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.


St. Cloud State University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


St. Cloud State University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

St. Cloud State University Organisational Structure

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

St. Cloud State University
  • Center for Continuing Studies
  • Center for International Studies
  • College of Education
  • College of Fine Arts and Humanities
  • College of Science and Engineering
  • College of Social Sciences
  • G. R. Herberger College of Business
  • School of Graduate Studies

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Memberships and Affiliations

St. Cloud State University Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important St. Cloud 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)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is St. Cloud State University public or private?

St. Cloud 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 St. Cloud State University profit or non-profit?

St. Cloud 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 St. Cloud State University in terms of enrollment?

St. Cloud State University has a student enrollment ranging from 10,000 to 14,999, making it a large-sized institution.

What is the size of St. Cloud State University in terms of academic staff?

St. Cloud State University's academic staff ranges from 500 to 599 members.

Is St. Cloud State University a coeducational institution?

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

What academic calendar does St. Cloud State University use?

St. Cloud 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 St. Cloud State University affiliated with?

None.

Does St. Cloud State University admit international students?

Yes.

What is St. Cloud State University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

St. Cloud State University's acceptance rate ranges from 90 to 99%, making it a least 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 St. Cloud State University SCSU?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro). International students: 17,500-19,999 US$ (15,950-18,225 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is St. Cloud State University SCSU located?

St. Cloud State University is located in St. Cloud, Minnesota, United States. Address: 720 Fourth Avenue South.

Is St. Cloud State University SCSU accredited and legally recognised?

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

Does St. Cloud State University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does St. Cloud State University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does St. Cloud State University have a university library?

Yes Saint Cloud 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 518,778 physical volumes, 77,577 physical media, 131,847 digital/electronic media and 54 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 28 full-time employees, including 13 librarians. Saint Cloud State University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Does St. Cloud State University provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes In particular, St. Cloud State University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 1,642 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Does St. Cloud State University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does St. Cloud State University offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does St. Cloud State University offer career services?

Yes

Does St. Cloud 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 St. Cloud State University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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