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St. Cloud State University: Courses, Admission, Cost

  • Institute Icon100 acre campus
  • Estd. 1869
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About St. Cloud State University

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Year of establishment
1869
Also known as
SCSU
University website
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Student website
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Campus size
100 acres
No. of campus
1
Endowment value
USD 28 million
Scholarships granted
6224
Scholarship amount granted
USD 34 million
English proficiency test
Required
Accepted exams
SAT/ACT accepted
Optional
Total faculty
346
Faculty/Student ratio
16
Total criminal offences
45
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On Highlights
Q:   Is getting part-time jobs easy while studying at St. Cloud State University?
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Yes getting part-time jobs easy while studying at St. Cloud State University. Students at St. Cloud State University have access to a variety of part-time jobs both on and off campus. With the goal of fostering the development of transferrable life skills and providing meaningful career opportunities, the university offers a student career program. The Handshake portal, which is used for all employment opportunities at the university, allows students to find positions. Furthermore, the university's Career Center offers tools to aid students in narrowing down their employment search and, for those who require it, helps with basic necessities. However, a number of variables, including the student's qualifications, the number of open opportunities, and the particulars of the job, may affect how easy it is to get a part-time work.

St. Cloud State University Ranking 2025

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Q:   What is the rank of St. Cloud State University in the world?
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In the 2024 edition of Best Colleges, U.S. News & World Report ranks St. Cloud State University ranks 76 out of 167 Regional Universities Midwest. On the other hand, no information on the university's global standing is available. It can be considered as one of the very good university of the world. The metrics are meticulously adjusted to offer the most thorough and equitable comparisons of universities across the globe. Every year, the ranking system is revised to take into account the current and future contributions of the wide variety of research-intensive universities.

St. Cloud State University Admission 2026

  • Application fees :USD 40
  • Type of deadline :Regular
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SOPNot required
LORNeeded for all courses
EssaysNot required
CVNeeded for all courses
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On Admissions
Q:   Are there many students from other countries studying at St. Cloud State University?
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Yes there are many students from other countries studying at St. Cloud State University. It includes mostly the students of Nepal, India and China. Atleast 43 countries are represented on the Saint Cloud State University. St cloud state University has a total of 1047 international students out of which around 730 of them are undergraduates. The University's International student and Scholar services office provides support and guideline to these students, helping them to navigate travel, immigration, finance, employment and academics.

Q:   What are the deadlines to submit applications for Indian students at St. Cloud State University?
A: 

The application deadlines for students at St. Cloud State University vary depending on the programme and the type of applicant.

  •  For undergraduates:
  • If not in the U.S.: July 1
  • If in the U.S.: July 15
  • For graduates:

           All Term: June 15 (Outside the U.S.), August 15 (Inside the U.S.)

          Spring Term: February 15 (Outside the U.S.), December 15 (Inside the U.S.)

  • For the MBA program:
    • Fall Semester Start: October 15
    • Spring Semester Start: December 15.
  • For exchange programs :
    • Nominations: October 15
    • Applications: November 10

 

SCSU Popular Courses

B.E. / B.Tech
MEM
BBA
MBA/PGDM

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SCSU
Students Ratings & Reviews

4.3/5
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Student Views (Based on Reviews)
  • 100% students never faced discrimination in this university
Vibe of Campus
Friendly
Academically oriented
Multi-dimensional
Sporty
Internships4.5
Part time work4
Post study jobs4.5
Quality of faculty5
Student Life4.5
Value for money5
Public transportation3.5
Safety4
Indian Food4.5
Permanent Immigration4
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Master of Engineering Management (MEM) - Batch of 2023
4.2
Very affordable university and great professors.
Tips: Definitely, there was a cultural shift, but I enjoyed that because of the Indian community in Minnesota. I did not secure any scholarship, but there were many GA opportunities at the university. However, the College faculty is supportive enough to find the best opportunities.
Likes (Post study jobs): Plenty of Post study internships or employment options are available. Because of the faculty's continuous support and guidance, we have a lot of opportunities. After completing this course, we can apply for project manager jobs, supply chain and logistics management.
Dislikes (Public transportation): One needs to own a vehicle for a better transportation option, because of heavy snowfall in the region. You can buy your own vehicles on EMI's and there are many options for owning a vehicle. It is always affordable to have your own transportation for convenience.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1150
Prepping time for classes26 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 78425
Reviewed on 26 Sep 2023Read more
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Master of Business Administration - Batch of 2023
4.5
Best low budget university.
Tips: It's good and value for money. Go for this university. It's very convenient and the exams are not stressful. Faculty is good and very helpful. You can ask any time to your professors regarding your subjects. If you are facing any problem then contact your DSO. They will sort it out.
Likes (Value for money): It's cheaper than other universities, and value for money. Faculty is good too. The faculty is ready for helping its students. The courses are not expensive and are designed in such a way that you can easily deal with the subjects. Various food options are available near the campus.
Dislikes (Part time work): It is located in a small and less crowded city. You have to do part time job away from the campus. It's good to find a part time job at another place, but the place is also less expensive than other states and you can manage your education and tuition fees easily.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 10000
Prepping time for classes27 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD
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Placements 2026

Top Recruiters

3M
Quest Diagnostics
Kelly Services
Thomson Reuters
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Q:   What is the rank of St. Cloud State University in the world?
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In the 2024 edition of Best Colleges, U.S. News & World Report ranks St. Cloud State University ranks 76 out of 167 Regional Universities Midwest. On the other hand, no information on the university's global standing is available. It can be considered as one of the very good university of the world. The metrics are meticulously adjusted to offer the most thorough and equitable comparisons of universities across the globe. Every year, the ranking system is revised to take into account the current and future contributions of the wide variety of research-intensive universities.

St. Cloud State University Fees

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Courses1st Year Tuition FeesDuration & Eligibility
B.E. / B.Tech(2 courses)
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 5.5 & Above, TOEFL: 61 & Above, PTE: 44 & Above, Duolingo
MEM(1 course)
Duration1 year
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 79 & Above, PTE: 57 & Above, Duolingo: 105 & Above
BBA(1 course)
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 5.5 & Above, TOEFL: 61 & Above, PTE: 44 & Above, Duolingo
MBA/PGDM(1 course)
Duration16 months
Exam AcceptedGMAT: 470 & Above, IELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL, PTE: 57 & Above, Duolingo
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On Fees and Eligibility
Q:   Is a score of 85 in TOEFL good for St. Cloud State University?
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Yes, a score of 85 in TOEFL is good for St. Cloud State University. The eligibility criteria is a score of 61 and above for B.Tech and BBA, whereas a score of 79 and above for MEM and MBA. However a score of more than 85 will give an assurance of better competition and a strong application. If there are high scores it would assure a strong application form and increase the possibility to get a scholarship and more the score more will be the relaxation provided.







SCSU
Student profile

Quick university statsInsights on student demographics, enrolment, and academic success
UG Race

Others

82%

Black

8%

Asian

4%

Hispanic

4%

UG Student residence

In state

75%

Foreign

14%

Out of state

10%

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UG Number of Applicant

4810
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Overall Graduation Rate

44

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For various reasons, choosing St. Cloud State University (SCSU) to pursue an MBA rather than Dartmouth College could prove beneficial. SCSU provides a lower tuition price around $16,963 compared to significantly more costly Dartmouth. An SCSU MBA is also accredited by AACSB. There are options for de

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The opinions for PGDM in SCSU are mostly positive. A lot of students like that the faculty members are well knowledgeable and the atmosphere is learning-friendly, thus having a good relationship between the professors and the students. The university is very practical in education, especially in bus

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The American Indian Center scholarship and the Higher Education Scholarship Test for Indian Students (HEST 2024) are two of the best scholarships available to Indian students at St. Cloud State University. Students can visit the Huskies Scholarships page and finish the normal application process to

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Yes, an average Indian student can join St. Cloud State University. All he needs is to qualify english proficiency tests. The criteria should be different for different courses. For MBA and PGDM he needs to have a score of GMAT 470 and above. The tution fees is different for different courses rangin

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There are a number of reasons why Indian students decide to attend St. Cloud State University, some of them are as follows . St. Cloud State University is a varied and diverse school, over 1,500 foreign students from over 90 countries. Indian students can engage with people from around the globe in

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Location

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University CitySt. Cloud, Minnesota, USA

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AS 115 720 Fourth Avenue South St. Cloud, MN 56301-4498 United States

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AS 115
720 Fourth Avenue South
St. Cloud, MN 56301-4498 United States

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