Metropolitan State University
Acceptance
99%
Avg SAT
1020
In-State
$9,840
Grad Rate (4yr)
27%
Retention
68%
Earnings
$64,705
AI Overview
Metropolitan State University brings real-world learning to Saint Paul's urban campus, where 40% of students are first-generation college-goers and the average age is 28. With standout programs in natural resources conservation and ethnic studies, the university excels at flexible scheduling—offering evening and weekend classes perfect for working adults juggling careers and families. Students who are self-directed, community-minded, and balancing multiple responsibilities find their stride here in supportive, discussion-based classrooms.
AI-generated interpretation, separate from the federal statistics on this page · refreshed Mar 2026
SAT Score Range
ACT Score Range
ACT data not available
In-State Tuition
$9,840
Out-of-State Tuition
$9,840
Room & Board
N/A
Average Net Price
$16,863
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants & scholarships
Receive Pell Grants
48%
Take Federal Loans
31%
Median Debt at Graduation
$17,100
6-Year Graduation Rate
1st Year Retention Rate
Median Earnings
10 years after enrollment
$64,705Median Debt
At graduation for completers
$17,100Top Programs by Earnings
Bachelor's degree graduatesComputer Science
105 graduates
$92,342
4 yrs after graduation
Computer and Information Sciences, General
50 graduates
$85,000
4 yrs after graduation
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
50 graduates
$83,558
4 yrs after graduation
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
107 graduates
$83,504
4 yrs after graduation
Information Science/Studies
43 graduates
$81,539
4 yrs after graduation
Finance and Financial Management Services
47 graduates
$74,237
4 yrs after graduation
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
11 graduates
$73,027
4 yrs after graduation
Accounting and Related Services
60 graduates
$72,457
4 yrs after graduation
Business Administration, Management and Operations
245 graduates
$71,209
4 yrs after graduation
Management Information Systems and Services
$70,500
4 yrs after graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard
Available Programs
58+ programsAnd 46 more programs available
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