Minnesota State is making a difference. From the students we serve, to our business partners, to those we employ, chances are good you or someone you know has benefited from the work of your state colleges and universities.
- Minnesota State is the fourth largest system of state colleges and universities in the United States and the largest in the state with 26 colleges, 7 universities, and 54 campuses
- We serve 270,000 students each year, with more Black and Indigenous students, as well as students of color, attending our colleges and universities than all other higher education providers in Minnesota combined
- We offer the lowest tuition in Minnesota, with 55% of our college students and 59% of our university students receiving financial aid
- We employ more than 14,200 dedicated faculty and staff focused on student success
- We provide 4,112 academic programs, including 893 fully online programs
- We have more than 9,600 customized and specialized training, occupational, and professional classes
- We award more than 34,000 degrees, certificates, and diplomas annually
- 63% of Minnesota resident students who are pursuing an undergraduate credential are doing so at a Minnesota State college or university
- 86% of Minnesota State students take jobs in a related field of study
- We have 7,000+ employer partnerships across Minnesota State colleges and universities
- Minnesota State contributes over $8.4 billion to the state’s economy
