Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
70.66%
SAT Average
1,090
ACT Range
18-23
Bemidji State University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 70.66%. This means approximately 707 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 3,120 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
70.66%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $10,164 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $10,164 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $23,066 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $17,050 | State avg: $17,382. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 26.28% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 44.78% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Bemidji State University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$10,164
Room and board
$10,041
Books and supplies
$890
Other expenses
$3,000
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$23,066
Average net price
$17,050
Average aid coverage
26%
$6,016 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Bemidji State University pays approximately $17,050 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Minnesota average of $17,382 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Bemidji State University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Minnesota and national averages.
Bemidji State University net price
$17,050
Minnesota average
$17,382
National average
$17,506
Bemidji State University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $10,164 and average net price at $17,050. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$10,164
Current net price
$17,050
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
53.40%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$53,755
Undergraduates
3,120
10-Year Median Earnings - Bemidji State University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Bemidji State University graduates earn about 1.2x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Bemidji State University?
Undergraduates
3,120
Completion rate
53.40%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
26.28%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
44.78%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 26.28% of Bemidji State University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 44.78% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Bemidji State University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Bemidji State University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Bemidji State University lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Bemidji State University is listed at 1500 Birchmont Dr NE, Bemidji, MN 56601. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Bemidji State University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bemidji State University | 70.66% | $10,164 | $17,050 | $53,755 |
| Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science | 38.71% | $3,257 | Not available | $79,652 |
| Saint Johns University | 90.48% | $53,942 | $27,018 | $76,786 |
| Carleton College | 22.28% | $65,457 | $27,320 | $75,525 |
| University of Minnesota-Rochester | 71.83% | $14,400 | $12,785 | $69,020 |
Similar Schools in Bemidji
This local cluster focuses on nearby Bemidji schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Bemidji.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bemidji State University's acceptance rate?
Bemidji State University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 70.66%.
How much is Bemidji State University tuition?
Bemidji State University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $10,164.
What is Bemidji State University's average net price?
Bemidji State University's average net price in the local dataset is $17,050.
What is Bemidji State University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $53,755 for Bemidji State University.
Is Bemidji State University accredited?
Bemidji State University's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend Bemidji State University?
The local dataset lists 3,120 undergraduate students at Bemidji State University.
What percentage of Bemidji State University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Bemidji State University in the local dataset is 26.28%.
What is the federal loan rate at Bemidji State University?
The federal loan rate for Bemidji State University in the local dataset is 44.78%.
Where should I verify Bemidji State University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Bemidji State University or the latest official federal education data.