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Metropolitan State University

Saint Paul, Minnesota · Public · Founded N/A

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$54,828

Acceptance Rate

97%

Graduation Rate

36%

Annual Tuition

$9,780

At a Glance

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Total Students

4,998

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Retention Rate

73%

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Faculty Ratio

14

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Financial Aid

34%

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Median Debt

$17,100

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Campus Setting

City

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Institution Type

Public

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Founded

N/A

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Institution Overview

Metropolitan State University is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 96.5%. The university has a student population of 4998, and the in-state tuition is $9780. The median debt for students is $17100, and 33.7% of students receive financial aid.

One year after graduation, alumni earn a median of $53416, increasing to $54828 after five years, and $64705 after ten years. The university's graduation rate is 35.5%, and the retention rate is 73.3%.

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Earning Projection Over Time

$53k

1 YEAR

$55k

5 YEARS

$65k

10 YEARS

Top 22% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Metropolitan State University alumni earn a median salary of $53,416. Five years after graduation, median earnings increase to $54,828. Ten years after graduation, median earnings are $64,705. The median debt for graduates is $17,100.

Metropolitan State University has a 96.5% acceptance rate. The graduation rate is 35.5%, and the retention rate is 73.3%. The in-state tuition is $9,780, and 33.7% of students receive financial aid.

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Campus Location

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Saint Paul, Minnesota

Saint Paul, MN 55106-5000

Metropolitan State University is located in Saint Paul, Minnesota. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Metropolitan State University has an acceptance rate of 97%.