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With a nod to the past and a vision for the future, Minot State University empowers generations for today’s world. Founded in 1913 as Minot Normal School, our history began in Model Hall, where future teachers prepared for service in Northwestern North Dakota. As the decades changed, so did our name, campus, and degree offerings.
Today, we are proud to offer 100+ areas of study at the undergraduate and graduate level on a beautiful campus that has grown to over 100 acres in size. Students from our backyard to across the United States and over 55 countries call Minot State home.
Where futures take shape.
Key Minot State Facts
2,747 total enrollment
11:1 student-to-professor ratio
96% of grads employed or continuing their education
Nearly $5 million in scholarships & aid awarded annually
50+ student clubs and organizations
"For over a century, our beloved campus at Minot State has been a beacon of opportunity, hope, and optimism for thousands of students seeking to positively enhance their path in life."
— Steven W. Shirley
Minot State University President
Office of the President
The University
FACTS ABOUT MINOT STATE
Tuition and Fees
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Nursing NCLEX Pass Rates
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ADMINISTRATION OFFICES
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Organizational Chart
President's Office
Strategic Plan - Mission and Vision
Student Profile - Fall 2025
Enrollment Details
Enrollment Details
Men
Women
Total
Total Headcount
953
1,794
2,747
FTE (Full-Time Equivalent)
798
1,430
2,228
Full-Time UGRD Students
665
1,108
1,773
Part-Time UGRD Students
239
493
732
Full-Time GRAD Students
36
83
119
Part-Time GRAD Students
13
110
123
Fall Enrollment Headcount
Year
Headcount
Fall 2020
2,920
Fall 2021
2,836
Fall 2022
2,777
Fall 2023
2,741
Fall 2024
2,751
Fall 2025
2,747
Academic Level
Level
Headcount
Freshmen
821
Sophomore
517
Junior
463
Senior
704
Graduate
242
Total
2,747
Enrollment by Age
Age
Headcount
Under 18
189
18-24
1,808
25-29
272
30-39
277
40-49
148
50-64
52
65+
1
Unknown
0
Total
2,747
Enrollment by Ethnicity
Ethnicity
Headcount
2 or more
204
American Indian
55
Asian
74
Black
148
Hawaiian
11
Hispanic
127
NS
72
White
2,056
Total
2,747
Online ONLY Headcount
Online ONLY Headcount
UGRD
GRAD
Degree Seeking
403
158
Non-Degree Seeking
137
0
Enrollment by Top 5 States
State
Headcount
North Dakota
1,900
California
74
Minnesota
67
Montana
52
Florida
49
Gender Distribution of New First Year Freshmen
Gender
Headcount
Male
953
Female
1,794
International Enrollment
Type
Headcount
Canada
184
International (non-Canadian)
133
NEW FRESHMEN ENROLLMENT
Average HS GPA, ACT, and Credits Enrolled
Average HS GPA
3.22
Average Comp ACT
20.4
Average Number of Credits Enrolled
14
Gender Distribution of New First Year Freshmen
Gender
Headcount
Male
174
Female
232
Top 5 Majors of New Enrolled Freshmen
Major
Headcount
Nursing
49
General Studies
41
Elementary Ed
27
Exercise Sci & Rehab
26
Radiologic Technology
26
Top 5 States for New Enrolled Freshmen
State
Headcount
North Dakota
289
California
13
Florida
10
Minnesota
9
Arizona
7
RETENTION AND GRADUATION RATES
Retention Rates
Year
Rate
Fall 2020
73%
Fall 2021
70%
Fall 2022
72%
Fall 2023
67%
Fall 2024
73%
(% Full-time, first-time, fall to fall retention)
Graduation Rates
Year
Rate
Fall 2015
46%
Fall 2016
45%
Fall 2017
48%
Fall 2018
45%
Fall 2019
44%
(% Full-Time, first-time, graduating within 6 years)
Student Athletic Graduation Rates
Fall 2015
Fall 2016
Fall 2017
Fall 2018
Fall 2019
56%
53%
40%
52%
55%
(% of Full-time, first-time, graduating within 6 years)
ACADEMIC DEGREES CONFERRED
Degrees Conferred by Type
(Summer '24, Fall '24, and Spring '25)
Degrees Conferred - Undergrad
Total UGRD Graduates
480
Associate of Science (AS)
0
Bachelors of Art (BA)
62
Bachelors of Applied Science (BAS)
6
Bachelors of General Studies (BGS)
19
Bachelors of Individualized Studies
2
Bachelors of Science (BS)
217
Bachelors of Science Education (BSE)
77
Bachelors of Nursing (BSN)
57
Bachelors of Social Work
37
Bachelors of Fine Arts
3
Degrees Conferred - Graduate and Certificates
Total GRAD Graduates
108
Psychology (EDS)
6
Education (MEDUCAT)
10
Masters of Science (MS)
92
Certificates (UGRD + GRAD):
32
Graduates by Ethnicity
Graduates by Ethnicity
Male
Female
2 or More
18
12
Am. Indian
3
7
Asian
5
6
Black
14
6
Hawaiian
1
0
Hispanic
23
30
Non-Resident Alien
36
71
Not Specified
5
6
White
126
251
Total Graduates
231
389
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Minot State University
About Minot State
About Minot State
With a nod to the past and a vision for the future, Minot State University empowers generations for today’s world. Founded in 1913 as Minot Normal School, our history began in Model Hall, where future teachers prepared for service in Northwestern North Dakota. As the decades changed, so did our name, campus, and degree offerings.
Today, we are proud to offer 100+ areas of study at the undergraduate and graduate level on a beautiful campus that has grown to over 100 acres in size. Students from our backyard to across the United States and over 55 countries call Minot State home.
Where futures take shape.
Key Minot State Facts
2,747 total enrollment
11:1 student-to-professor ratio
96% of grads employed or continuing their education
Nearly $5 million in scholarships & aid awarded annually
50+ student clubs and organizations
"For over a century, our beloved campus at Minot State has been a beacon of opportunity, hope, and optimism for thousands of students seeking to positively enhance their path in life."
— Steven W. Shirley
Minot State University President
Office of the President
The University
FACTS ABOUT MINOT STATE
Tuition and Fees
Teacher Education Pass Rates
Nursing NCLEX Pass Rates
Alumni
ABOUT MINOT STATE AND MINOT COMMUNITY
Admissions
Campus Map
Accrediting Agencies
Consumer Information
Employment
The City of Minot
Weather Information
INFORMATION RESOURCES
Campus Calendar
Contact Us
Library
State Data Center
University Communications
STUDENT INFORMATION
Academic Support Center
University Communications
Bookstore
Business Office
Computer Help Desk
Career Services
Student Conduct Policy
Continuing Education
Counseling Services
Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention
Access Services
Dining Services
Clubs and Student Organizations
Student Government Association
Financial Aid
International Programs
Student Center
Military Resource Center
Residence Life
Student Affairs
Student Health
TRIO - Student Support Services
Safety and Security
Title IX Notice of Non-Discrimination
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
Academic Calendar
Academic Advising
Center for Extended Learning
International Programs
Career Services
Registrar Information
North Dakota University System
Undergraduate Catalog
Graduate Catalog
ADMINISTRATION OFFICES
Faculty and Staff Directory
Minot State Privacy Policy
Organizational Chart
President's Office
Strategic Plan - Mission and Vision
Student Profile - Fall 2025
Enrollment Details
Enrollment Details
Men
Women
Total
Total Headcount
953
1,794
2,747
FTE (Full-Time Equivalent)
798
1,430
2,228
Full-Time UGRD Students
665
1,108
1,773
Part-Time UGRD Students
239
493
732
Full-Time GRAD Students
36
83
119
Part-Time GRAD Students
13
110
123
Fall Enrollment Headcount
Year
Headcount
Fall 2020
2,920
Fall 2021
2,836
Fall 2022
2,777
Fall 2023
2,741
Fall 2024
2,751
Fall 2025
2,747
Academic Level
Level
Headcount
Freshmen
821
Sophomore
517
Junior
463
Senior
704
Graduate
242
Total
2,747
Enrollment by Age
Age
Headcount
Under 18
189
18-24
1,808
25-29
272
30-39
277
40-49
148
50-64
52
65+
1
Unknown
0
Total
2,747
Enrollment by Ethnicity
Ethnicity
Headcount
2 or more
204
American Indian
55
Asian
74
Black
148
Hawaiian
11
Hispanic
127
NS
72
White
2,056
Total
2,747
Online ONLY Headcount
Online ONLY Headcount
UGRD
GRAD
Degree Seeking
403
158
Non-Degree Seeking
137
0
Enrollment by Top 5 States
State
Headcount
North Dakota
1,900
California
74
Minnesota
67
Montana
52
Florida
49
Gender Distribution of New First Year Freshmen
Gender
Headcount
Male
953
Female
1,794
International Enrollment
Type
Headcount
Canada
184
International (non-Canadian)
133
NEW FRESHMEN ENROLLMENT
Average HS GPA, ACT, and Credits Enrolled
Average HS GPA
3.22
Average Comp ACT
20.4
Average Number of Credits Enrolled
14
Gender Distribution of New First Year Freshmen
Gender
Headcount
Male
174
Female
232
Top 5 Majors of New Enrolled Freshmen
Major
Headcount
Nursing
49
General Studies
41
Elementary Ed
27
Exercise Sci & Rehab
26
Radiologic Technology
26
Top 5 States for New Enrolled Freshmen
State
Headcount
North Dakota
289
California
13
Florida
10
Minnesota
9
Arizona
7
RETENTION AND GRADUATION RATES
Retention Rates
Year
Rate
Fall 2020
73%
Fall 2021
70%
Fall 2022
72%
Fall 2023
67%
Fall 2024
73%
(% Full-time, first-time, fall to fall retention)
Graduation Rates
Year
Rate
Fall 2015
46%
Fall 2016
45%
Fall 2017
48%
Fall 2018
45%
Fall 2019
44%
(% Full-Time, first-time, graduating within 6 years)
Student Athletic Graduation Rates
Fall 2015
Fall 2016
Fall 2017
Fall 2018
Fall 2019
56%
53%
40%
52%
55%
(% of Full-time, first-time, graduating within 6 years)
ACADEMIC DEGREES CONFERRED
Degrees Conferred by Type
(Summer '24, Fall '24, and Spring '25)
Degrees Conferred - Undergrad
Total UGRD Graduates
480
Associate of Science (AS)
0
Bachelors of Art (BA)
62
Bachelors of Applied Science (BAS)
6
Bachelors of General Studies (BGS)
19
Bachelors of Individualized Studies
2
Bachelors of Science (BS)
217
Bachelors of Science Education (BSE)
77
Bachelors of Nursing (BSN)
57
Bachelors of Social Work
37
Bachelors of Fine Arts
3
Degrees Conferred - Graduate and Certificates
Total GRAD Graduates
108
Psychology (EDS)
6
Education (MEDUCAT)
10
Masters of Science (MS)
92
Certificates (UGRD + GRAD):
32
Graduates by Ethnicity
Graduates by Ethnicity
Male
Female
2 or More
18
12
Am. Indian
3
7
Asian
5
6
Black
14
6
Hawaiian
1
0
Hispanic
23
30
Non-Resident Alien
36
71
Not Specified
5
6
White
126
251
Total Graduates
231
389
Get Started:
Apply
Online
Schedule a
Visit
Request Info
rmation
Follow Us:
Minot State University
500 University Avenue West
Minot, ND 58707
1-800-777-0750
Accessibility
Privacy Policy
Title IX
•
Clery Act
Report a Concern
Careers
Designated Agent: DMCA