Saint Cloud State University

Saint Cloud, MN · Public

Acceptance rate
95%
Average SAT
1,092
ACT midpoint
21
Enrollment
5,088
In-state tuition
$10,245
Out-of-state tuition
$10,245
Avg net price
$13,529
4-yr grad rate

Test scores

Admitted students score between 1025 and 1260 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).

ACT midpoint: 21

Popular programs at Saint Cloud State University

Bachelor’s degree programs ranked by Stairway Ranking — a composite letter grade comparing this school’s program against every other school’s in the same major nationally. Ties broken alphabetically.

#ProgramStairway RankingGraduates/yr
1Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management.101
2Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other.98
3Finance and Financial Management Services.94
4Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.88
5Communication and Media Studies.81
6Psychology, General.76
7Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.74
8Biology, General.62
9Social Work.60
10Business Administration, Management and Operations.59
11Criminal Justice and Corrections.51
12Marketing.51
13Accounting and Related Services.46
14Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas.45
15Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions.41
16Computer Science.39
17Mechanical Engineering.34
18Political Science and Government.33
19Computer Engineering.30
20Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology.30

Showing top 20 of 63 programs

Frequently asked questions

What is the acceptance rate at Saint Cloud State University?

Saint Cloud State University has an acceptance rate of 95% according to the most recent U.S. Department of Education data.

What SAT score do I need for Saint Cloud State University?

Admitted students at Saint Cloud State University typically score between 1025 and 1260 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).

How much does Saint Cloud State University cost?

The average net price (after grants and scholarships) at Saint Cloud State University is approximately $13,529 per year.

What is the graduation rate at Saint Cloud State University?

4-year graduation rate data for Saint Cloud State University is not currently published.

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Data: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Last updated 5/1/2026.