What families actually pay
Average yearly net price after grants, in-state students, by family income
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, College Scorecard · data snapshot October 2, 2026
AP credit
Most-taken exams, lowest score that earns credit| Exam | Min score | Saint Cloud State University course | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Language/Literature | 3 | Score of 3: eligible to sit the ENGL 191…Score of 3: eligible to sit the ENGL 191 exemption exam (writing portfolio + argumentative essay); scores of 4 and 5 earn automatic exemption from ENGL 191. | |
| World Language exam (language portion, Spanish shown as example) | 3 | Spanish 201 | |
| World Language exam (literature portion, Spanish shown as example) | 3 | Spanish 201, 202, and 221/222 |
Show all 3 exams and every score level
| Exam | Min score | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Language/Literature | 3 | Score of 3: eligible to sit the ENGL 191…Score of 3: eligible to sit the ENGL 191 exemption exam (writing portfolio + argumentative essay); scores of 4 and 5 earn automatic exemption from ENGL 191. | |
| World Language exam (language portion, Spanish shown as example) | 3 | Spanish 201 | |
| World Language exam (language portion, Spanish shown as example) | 4 | Spanish 201, 202, and 221/222 | |
| World Language exam (language portion, Spanish shown as example) | 5 | Spanish 201, 202, 221/222, and 310 | |
| World Language exam (literature portion, Spanish shown as example) | 3 | Spanish 201, 202, and 221/222 | |
| World Language exam (literature portion, Spanish shown as example) | 4 | Spanish 201, 202, 221/222, and 301 | |
| World Language exam (literature portion, Spanish shown as example) | 5 | Spanish 201, 202, 221/222, 310, and 331 |
Source: stcloudstate.edu · checked September 19, 2026
Biggest majors
| Major | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | 81 |
| Psychology | 78 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | 76 |
| Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance | 61 |
| Social Work | 55 |
| Finance | 49 |
| Marketing/Marketing Management | 47 |
| Accounting | 41 |
Show the other 75 majors
| Business Administration and Management | 38 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 37 |
| Elementary Education and Teaching | 37 |
| Mass Communication/Media Studies | 36 |
| Biomedical Sciences | 36 |
| Computer Science | 34 |
| Criminal Justice/Safety Studies | 33 |
| Business/Commerce | 32 |
| Communication | 28 |
| Community Psychology | 24 |
| Graphic Design | 21 |
| English Language and Literature | 19 |
| Computer Software Engineering | 18 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering | 17 |
| Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist | 16 |
| Surveying Technology/Surveying | 16 |
| Ecology and Evolutionary Biology | 14 |
| Community Health and Preventive Medicine | 14 |
| Meteorology | 13 |
| Economics | 10 |
| Industrial Technology/Technician | 10 |
| Health Teacher Education | 10 |
| Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer | 9 |
| International Relations and Affairs | 9 |
| Biochemistry and Molecular Biology | 9 |
| Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other | 8 |
| Manufacturing Engineering | 8 |
| Statistics | 8 |
| Exercise Science and Kinesiology | 8 |
| Film/Cinema/Media Studies | 8 |
| Music | 7 |
| English/Language Arts Teacher Education | 7 |
| Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician | 7 |
| Spanish Language and Literature | 7 |
| Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Facilities Management | 7 |
| Early Childhood Education and Teaching | 6 |
| Social Studies Teacher Education | 6 |
| Communication Sciences and Disorders | 6 |
| Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling | 6 |
| Technology Teacher Education/Industrial Arts Teacher Education | 5 |
| Computer Engineering | 5 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences | 5 |
| Geology/Earth Science | 5 |
| Econometrics and Quantitative Economics | 5 |
| History | 4 |
| Art/Art Studies | 4 |
| Hydrology and Water Resources Science | 4 |
| Mathematics | 4 |
| Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering | 4 |
| Mathematics Teacher Education | 4 |
| Art Teacher Education | 4 |
| Women's Studies | 4 |
| Environmental Science | 4 |
| Environmental Studies | 4 |
| Real Estate | 3 |
| Hospitality Administration/Management | 3 |
| Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies | 3 |
| Political Science and Government | 3 |
| Geography | 3 |
| Physics | 3 |
| Chemistry | 3 |
| Philosophy | 3 |
| International/Globalization Studies | 3 |
| Biology Teacher Education | 3 |
| Music Teacher Education | 3 |
| Special Education and Teaching | 3 |
| Physical Education Teaching and Coaching | 2 |
| Sociology | 2 |
| Urban Studies/Affairs | 2 |
| Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts | 2 |
| Fine/Studio Arts | 2 |
| Music Performance | 2 |
| Anthropology | 1 |
| Physics Teacher Education | 1 |
| Chemistry Teacher Education | 1 |
Bachelor’s graduates, first major, most recent year · Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS · data snapshot October 2, 2026
Sports and campus life
Men’s varsity · NCAA Division II, Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference
Baseball, Basketball, Ice Hockey, Soccer, Swimming and Diving (combined), Wrestling
Women’s varsity · NCAA Division II, Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference
Basketball, Ice Hockey, Soccer, Softball, Swimming and Diving (combined), Tennis, Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Volleyball
ROTC
Army
Faith groups
Cru, InterVarsity, Newman Connection
Also
Honors college, Esports, Study abroad
Greek life
2% of men in fraternities · 2% of women in sororities · 2% of undergraduates overall (Common Data Set 2025–26)
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education athletics data (EADA), Common Data Set (Greek life), intervarsity.org · checked September 4, 2026 · data snapshot October 2, 2026
The place
Setting
City, small
Federal locale classification
Metro area
St. Cloud, MN
205,878 people
Big-city metro (1 million+)
No
More about the place
Nearest airport
St. Cloud Regional (STC)
Nearest hub airport
Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain (MSP)
Walkability
EPA walkability index 13.3 of 20
Elevation
1,041 ft
Time zone
Central
January low
3°F
July high
82°F
Annual snowfall
47.9 in
Days at 90°F or higher
9 per year
One-bedroom fair market rent
$1,050 per month
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education (IPEDS locale), U.S. Census metro estimates, NOAA climate normals, HUD fair market rents, EPA walkability · data snapshot October 2, 2026
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- College of Saint Benedict8 mi
- Saint Johns University12 mi
- Crown College50 mi
- Bethel University59 mi
- North Central University59 mi
- Minneapolis College of Art and Design59 mi
Straight-line distance between campuses
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