Marshall, MN · Rochester, MN · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Southwest Minnesota State University | University of Minnesota-Rochester | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 62.2% | 71.0% |
| In-State Tuition | $10,361 | $15,016 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $10,361 | $15,016 |
| Average Net Price | $15,547 | $14,953 |
| Graduation Rate | 45.0% | 57.0% |
| Total Enrollment | 8,214 | 578 |
| Student-Faculty Ratio | 16 | 13 |
GradFax Analysis
Southwest Minnesota State University accepts 62.2% of applicants. University of Minnesota-Rochester accepts 71.0%. Southwest Minnesota State University's in-state tuition is $10,361. University of Minnesota-Rochester's is $15,016. Southwest Minnesota State University is cheaper. Southwest Minnesota State University graduates 45% of students in 6 years. University of Minnesota-Rochester graduates 57%.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Southwest Minnesota State University. It accepts 62.2% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
University of Minnesota-Rochester, on average. After aid, students pay $14,953/year versus $15,547/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
University of Minnesota-Rochester: 57% of students finish in 6 years. Southwest Minnesota State University is at 45%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.