Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
96.49%
SAT Average
1,020
ACT Range
16-23
Metropolitan State University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 96.49%. This means approximately 965 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 4,998 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
96.49%
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 | $9,780 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $9,780 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $26,057 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $19,181 | State avg: $17,382. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 44.30% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 33.72% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Metropolitan State University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$9,780
Books and supplies
$1,500
Fees and remainder
$14,777
Sticker price
$26,057
Average net price
$19,181
Average aid coverage
26%
$6,876 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Metropolitan State University pays approximately $19,181 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Minnesota average of $17,382 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Metropolitan State University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Minnesota and national averages.
Metropolitan State University net price
$19,181
Minnesota average
$17,382
National average
$17,506
Metropolitan State University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $9,780 and average net price at $19,181. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$9,780
Current net price
$19,181
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)
38.37%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$64,705
Undergraduates
4,998
10-Year Median Earnings - Metropolitan State University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Metropolitan State University graduates earn about 1.5x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Metropolitan State University?
Undergraduates
4,998
Completion rate
38.37%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
44.30%
Above national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
33.72%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 44.30% of Metropolitan State University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 33.72% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Metropolitan 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 Metropolitan State University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Metropolitan 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
Metropolitan State University is listed at 700 East Seventh Street, Saint Paul, MN 55106-5000. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Metropolitan 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metropolitan State University | 96.49% | $9,780 | $19,181 | $64,705 |
| 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 Saint Paul
This local cluster focuses on nearby Saint Paul schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Saint Paul.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Metropolitan State University's acceptance rate?
Metropolitan State University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 96.49%.
How much is Metropolitan State University tuition?
Metropolitan State University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $9,780.
What is Metropolitan State University's average net price?
Metropolitan State University's average net price in the local dataset is $19,181.
What is Metropolitan State University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $64,705 for Metropolitan State University.
Is Metropolitan State University accredited?
Metropolitan State University's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend Metropolitan State University?
The local dataset lists 4,998 undergraduate students at Metropolitan State University.
What percentage of Metropolitan State University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Metropolitan State University in the local dataset is 44.30%.
What is the federal loan rate at Metropolitan State University?
The federal loan rate for Metropolitan State University in the local dataset is 33.72%.
Where should I verify Metropolitan State University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Metropolitan State University or the latest official federal education data.