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Minnesota State University Moorhead

Moorhead, MN 4-Year Public
Acceptance Rate72%
Acceptance Rate72%

Minnesota State University Moorhead Academics

Minnesota State University Moorhead requires a minimum of 120 to complete a bachelor's degree.

There is no accelarated degree program at Minnesota State University Moorhead, but students who wish to save money or graduate early can look into transferring in credits. Minnesota State University Moorhead accepts transfer credits. The school accepts AP credit and IB credits. Additionally, Minnesota State University Moorhead has a summer session, so students can earn credits during the summer.

NOTE: Around 57% of students who start college at Minnesota State University Moorhead complete all the credits required within six years.

Minnesota State University Moorhead offers an orientation program before the start of fall classes to prepare new students for college life.

Academic Options Yes No
Accelerated Degree Program X
Transfer Credits Accepted
AP Credit Accepted
IB Credits Accepted
Summer Classes Available
New Student Orientation

Reminder: Minnesota State University Moorhead may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

What Classes Are Required At Minnesota State University Moorhead?

Minnesota State University Moorhead has a core curriculum, which means there are certain classes or types of classes all students must take to graduate.

Students are not required to fulfill a language requirement

Students are not required to take a computer class to graduate.

Course Required?
2nd Language No
Math true
Science true
Computer No

Reminder: Check with Minnesota State University Moorhead directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at Minnesota State University Moorhead

When choosing a major, Minnesota State University Moorhead students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at Minnesota State University Moorhead.

Student Designed Majors

Minnesota State University Moorhead allows students to design their own major, if desired. If students would like to study something that is not offered as an official major, designing their own major is a great alternative.

Senior Projects

Minnesota State University Moorhead does not require a senior project for all students.

Double Majoring at Minnesota State University Moorhead

Minnesota State University Moorhead offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Double majoring may require more work but it can provide an interesting mix of experience that helps students stand out when job searching or applying to grad school.


Frequently Asked Questions About Minnesota State University Moorhead


Does Minnesota State University Moorhead Have Services For Students With Disabilities?

✅ Minnesota State University Moorhead does offer services for students with disabilities.

Prospective students can contact the college's Office of Accessibility Services to learn more about any support and accomodations offered. These conversations are usually kept confidential and will not be shared with the admissions office if you do not wish to share.

Does Minnesota State University Moorhead Offer Online Classes?

✅ Minnesota State University Moorhead has distance learning options for students who are interested in taking classes online.

Does Minnesota State University Moorhead Give Credit for AP Classes?

✅ Minnesota State University Moorhead offers some credit for Advanced Placement (AP) classes taken in high school. Schools have different requirements for what AP scores they accept, so some students may not receive AP credit.

Does Minnesota State University Moorhead Have An Honors Program?

✅ Minnesota State University Moorhead offers an honors program for highly-qualified applicants, but does not offer a Freshman Honors College. Students must complete a senior project if they are in the Honors Program at Minnesota State University Moorhead.

Does Minnesota State University Moorhead Require Internships?

❌ Students at Minnesota State University Moorhead are not required to complete an internship as a graduation requirement.

Students can still look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job.


Additional Information About Minnesota State University Moorhead


Minnesota State University Moorhead Library

The main library on campus is the Livingston Lord Library and there is one other library on campus.

Dual Degree Programs at Minnesota State University Moorhead

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time.

Minnesota State University Moorhead does not have any dual degree programs available for students.

ROTC

What is ROTC?

The Reserve Officers' Training Corps, which is also commonly known as ROTC, is a leadership program that prepares students to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces after graduation. College level ROTC programs prepare students to become officers in the military through physical, academic, and leadership training. ROTC programs are part of the college curriculum and usually cover the cost of tuition.

Does Minnesota State University Moorhead have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every university. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

Minnesota State University Moorhead has an Army ROTC program and an Air Force ROTC program.

Some ROTC programs are provided directly on campus and others are hosted at a cooperating instiution off campus. The ROTC program locations at Minnesota State University Moorhead include:

•an Army ROTC branch unit hosted at a cooperating instution off campus

•an Air Force ROTC branch unit hosted at a cooperating instution off campus

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Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

5,079

Campus Setting

Urban

Acceptance Rate

72%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$9,914

Out-of-State

$18,453

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Unknown
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