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Minnesota State University-Mankato
Mankato, MN, United States
Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition
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At Minnesota State University-Mankato, students from families earning up to $30,000 paid an average of $11,479 a year after grants, against $24,710 for families earning over $110,000.
Source: U.S. College Scorecard, 2025
Average annual cost after grants
$19,702
Close to the median for 4-year colleges ($19,916).
| Family income | Average annual cost |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $11,479 |
| $30,001 to $48,000 | $12,573 |
| $48,001 to $75,000 | $14,079 |
| $75,001 to $110,000 | $20,277 |
| Over $110,000 | $24,710 |
Average yearly cost of attendance minus grants and scholarships for full-time, first-time undergraduates who received federal aid. Loans are not subtracted.
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Source: U.S. College Scorecard, 2025
The published cost of attendance also covers transport and personal expenses. Out-of-state students at public colleges pay the out-of-state tuition.
Source: U.S. College Scorecard, 2025
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Winona, MN
Graduation rate 59%, close to 56%
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Saint Cloud, MN
Acceptance rate 95%, close to 88%
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Metropolitan State University-Minnesota
Saint Paul, MN
Same control type (public)
Profile closeness71/100
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Moorhead, MN
Graduation rate 53%, close to 56%
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Marshall, MN
Graduation rate 48%, close to 56%
Profile closeness64/100
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Bemidji, MN
Graduation rate 51%, close to 56%
Profile closeness63/100
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Minneapolis, MN
Average net price $17,330, close to $19,702
Profile closeness53/100
University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND
Graduation rate 61%, close to 56%
Profile closeness84/100
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