Bemidji State University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Bemidji State University
School Type: Public
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
Bemidji State University is a small public university located on a rural campus in Bemidji, Minnesota. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 3,677, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 78%. The university offers 61 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 50%, and a student-faculty ratio of 16:1. Tuition and fees for students are $8,994.
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Admissions Breakdown
Retention Rate Insight
71% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2020 and returned in Fall 2021.
Graduation Rate Insight
50% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2015. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptNot considered for admission, even if submitted
High school rankRequired to be considered for admission
Letter of recommendationNot considered for admission, even if submitted
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile18-23
SAT 25th-75th Percentile-
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
5k
Students enrolled
60%
Online student enrollment
16:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
77%
Unknown
6%
Black
2%
Hispanic
3%
Two or more races
5%
Non-U.S. Citizen
2%
Asian
2%
American Indian/Alaska Native
3%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
29% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
32
Total Online Enrollment
2,429
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.60% online, 40% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
68% On-campus
32% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates44% online
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor's21% online
Graduate Certificate83% online
Master's43% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $59,784 | $59,784 |
| Graduate | $54,672 | $54,672 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2021–2022 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,758 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $81,342 | $81,342 |
| Off-campus without family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
| Off-campus with family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
56%
State Grant Aid
42%
Institution Grant Aid
63%
Pell Grant
29%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$20k
Average student debtafter graduation
$37k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Ice Hockey
- All Track Combined
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
Degrees given for the 2021-2022 academic year.
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, And Group Studies. | |||
| 2 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 3 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 4 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 5 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 6 | Education. | |||
| 7 | Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians. | |||
| 8 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 9 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 10 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 11 | History. | |||
| 12 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 13 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 14 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 15 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 16 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 17 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 18 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 19 | Psychology. | |||
| 20 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 21 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 22 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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