Minnesota State University Moorhead

If you are planning on applying to Minnesota State University Moorhead, the fee for the application is $20.

Students who submit their applications to Minnesota State University Moorhead for the fall semester should hear back from Minnesota State University Moorhead by June 1.

Minnesota State University Moorhead Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of Minnesota State University Moorhead's admissions stats.

Minnesota State University Moorhead 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.5
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	12%
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	2%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	69%
Waitlist	No

Minnesota State University Moorhead Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Minnesota State University Moorhead.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	No	––	––

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Minnesota State University Moorhead does not offer early decision or early action.

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How Challenging Is It To Get Admitted to Minnesota State University Moorhead?

Minnesota State University Moorhead is a moderately difficult school to get into.

In 2021, Minnesota State University Moorhead accepted 72% of all applicants, approximately 2,254 of the 3,143 students who applied.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Minnesota State University Moorhead, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

Transferring to Minnesota State University Moorhead

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Minnesota State University Moorhead

Minnesota State University Moorhead has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into Minnesota State University Moorhead?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are they consider most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at Minnesota State University Moorhead

What does Minnesota State University Moorhead consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Class Rank	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered

Make sure to check with Minnesota State University Moorhead for more information on admission factors.

Minnesota State University Moorhead Application Requirements

To apply to Minnesota State University Moorhead, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with Minnesota State University Moorhead's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement
Interview
Transcript(S) of College Record
Transcript of High School Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Minnesota State University Moorhead?

Students admitted to Minnesota State University Moorhead have an average unweighted GPA of 3.5.

Out of all students that were admitted, 80% submitted a class rank. At Minnesota State University Moorhead 12% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 35% were in the top 25% and 74% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Minnesota State University Moorhead, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	8.59%
3.75 and 3.99	30.3%
3.50 and 3.74	21.89%
3.25 and 3.49	14.14%
3.00 and 3.24	13.12%
2.50 and 2.9	9.26%
2.00 and 2.49	2.53%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Minnesota State University Moorhead directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Minnesota State University Moorhead considers standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

Minnesota State University Moorhead is a test optional school. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 2% of Minnesota State University Moorhead's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 69% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Minnesota State University Moorhead?

What is a Good ACT Score for Minnesota State University Moorhead?

To be most competitive at Minnesota State University Moorhead, you should strive to earn between 19 and 25 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 25 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Minnesota State University Moorhead's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 25, and three out of four students scored lower than 25 on the ACT.

A 19 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Minnesota State University Moorhead students. Only one out of every four students scored below 19.

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More Information on Transferring to Minnesota State University Moorhead

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Minnesota State University Moorhead. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Minnesota State University Moorhead during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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Minnesota State University Moorhead Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Minnesota State University Moorhead?

❌ Students who are admitted to Minnesota State University Moorhead must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department.

Does Minnesota State University Moorhead accept transfer credits?

✅ Minnesota State University Moorhead accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Minnesota State University Moorhead accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does Minnesota State University Moorhead accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Minnesota State University Moorhead accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Minnesota State University Moorhead?

❌ No, Minnesota State University Moorhead is test optional, so you can decide if you want to to send your test scores. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you should strongly consider submitting them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is Minnesota State University Moorhead's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for Minnesota State University Moorhead is 72%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Minnesota State University Moorhead?

❌ Minnesota State University Moorhead does not offer early decision.

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