Minnesota State University, Mankato
Minnesota State University, Mankato has become a destination for those seeking higher education. The University is experiencing its highest enrollment in a decade with more than 14,000 students enrolling in fall 2008. In addition, 1,300 faculty and staff; approximately 500 international students who represent 68 countries; and more than 99,000 alumni from around the world are proud to be a part of the Mavericks tradition.
Founded in 1868, MSU is a four-year, comprehensive university in south central Minnesota approximately 85 miles from the Twin Cities. The University provides high-quality education with 24 programs accredited by national professional organizations. In addition to quality, variety is one of the many attractions at MSU which offers more than 150 programs in six undergraduate colleges, and 82 programs in the College of Graduate Studies. The school's most popular majors are: Business, Education, Health Professions, Computer and Information Science, and Criminal Justice/Corrections.
Student organizations are abundant at MSU including more than 200 department clubs, political organizations, recreation clubs, intramural athletics, social clubs, service and religious organizations. The University also offers 23 intercollegiate men and women's sports activities including: hockey, volleyball, soccer, softball, tennis, golf, swimming, football, cross country, basketball, track and field, wrestling, bowling and baseball. The University has exciting opportunities for freshmen to enhance their academic and social experience on campus through Learning Communities, First Year Experience program and residence hall living/learning environment.
Located on 354 acres overlooking the Minnesota River Valley, MSU is the third largest higher educational institution in the state and is part of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system.
Note: Mankato State University became Minnesota State University, Mankato in the fall of 1998 to reflect is increasing global reach..
