Minnesota State University Mankato

Around 69% of applicants get into Minnesota State University Mankato each year. Last year, 9,864 students applied to Minnesota State University Mankato and 6,850 were admitted.

If you are planning on applying to Minnesota State University Mankato, the application fee costs $20.

Minnesota State University Mankato Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of Minnesota State University Mankato's admissions stats.

Minnesota State University Mankato 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.4
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	9%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	54%
Waitlist	No

Minnesota State University Mankato Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Minnesota State University Mankato.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	Info Not Available	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–

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Considering Applying Early to Minnesota State University Mankato?

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Minnesota State University Mankato may or may not offer early admission, however the school has not provided any application information. Check with Minnesota State University Mankato directly for more information about early applications.

➡️ See a list of some top colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Minnesota State University Mankato Admissions

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Transferring to Minnesota State University Mankato

For more information on transferring to Minnesota State University Mankato, contact the school directly.

For Students Waitlisted to Minnesota State University Mankato

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

What Does Minnesota State University Mankato Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are are most important in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you shine.

Admissions Factors at Minnesota State University Mankato

What does Minnesota State University Mankato 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
Class Rank	Important
Standardized Test Scores	Considered

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

Minnesota State University Mankato 2022-2023 Application Requirements

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

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	–	–	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	–	–	–	–
Interview	–	–	–	–
Other Requirements	–	–	–	personal statement, letter and senior grades
Letter(s) of Recommendation	–	–	–	–
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 Mankato?

Students admitted to Minnesota State University Mankato have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4.

Out of all students that were admitted, 61% submitted a class rank. At Minnesota State University Mankato 9% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 29% were in the top 25% and 69% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

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

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	8%
3.75 and 3.99	20%
3.50 and 3.74	19%
3.25 and 3.49	20%
3.00 and 3.24	15%
2.50 and 2.9	14%
2.00 and 2.49	2%

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 Mankato 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 Mankato does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not. 54% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

To be most competitive at Minnesota State University Mankato, 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 Mankato'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 Mankato students. Only one out of every four students scored below 19.

More Information on Transferring to Minnesota State University Mankato

Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

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

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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Minnesota State University Mankato Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Minnesota State University Mankato?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Minnesota State University Mankato.

Does Minnesota State University Mankato accept transfer credits?

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

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

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

✅ Minnesota State University Mankato is not test optional.

What is Minnesota State University Mankato's acceptance rate?

✅ Minnesota State University Mankato's acceptance rate is 69%.

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

🟨 Minnesota State University Mankato may or may not offer early decision. The school has not provided any information on early decision including ED acceptance rates.

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