Metropolitan State University
Public university · Saint Paul, MN · 5,616 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
99%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
—
ACT (middle 50%)
16–21
Average net price
$26,556
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$36,268
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
46%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Metropolitan State University?
Metropolitan State University accepts about 99 of every 100 applicants (99%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 16–21.
The latest federal data says Metropolitan State University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Metropolitan State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Metropolitan State University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $36,268 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $26,556 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $10,382 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$10,382
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$10,382
- Total cost of attendance$36,268
- Average net price after grants$26,556
Popular majors
Business, Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Studies, Health Professions & Nursing, Psychology.
Metropolitan State University FAQ
- What is Metropolitan State University's acceptance rate?
- 99% — accessible.
- What ACT score do you need for Metropolitan State University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 16–21.
- Is Metropolitan State University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Metropolitan State University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Metropolitan State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Metropolitan State University cost?
- About $36,268 a year before aid; $26,556 on average after grants.
- What is Metropolitan State University's FAFSA school code?
- 010374. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Metropolitan State University receives your information.
- What is Metropolitan State University's graduation rate?
- 46% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Metropolitan State University
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dunwoody College of TechnologyMinneapolis, MN | 99% | — | $27,153 | 53% |
| North Central UniversityMinneapolis, MN | 99% | — | $26,221 | 59% |
| Saint Cloud State UniversitySaint Cloud, MN | 95% | 1025–1260 | $16,062 | 44% |
| Herzing University-MinneapolisSt. Louis Park, MN | 94% | — | $19,744 | 57% |
| University of Northwestern-St PaulSaint Paul, MN | 93% | 868–1271 | $23,688 | 75% |
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