by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Minnesota State Mankato worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Minnesota State Mankato is ranked #1,587 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of C. Within Minnesota, it ranks #43 of 69 for value.
These Minnesota State Mankato majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Automotive Engineering Technology/Technician | #7 of 11 |
| Mechanics | #7 of 11 |
| Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling | #13 of 20 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #13 of 20 |
| Community Health Services/Liaison/Counseling | #15 of 22 |
| German Language Teacher Education | #18 of 32 |
| Human Resources | #19 of 50 |
| Organizational Behavior Studies | #19 of 50 |
| Corrections | #21 of 27 |
| Teacher Education | #22 of 53 |
Read the full Minnesota State Mankato value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Minnesota State University-Mankato is ranked #14 out of #72 in Minnesota for quality and #43 out of #69 for Minnesota value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Minnesota State Mankato financial aid page to be sure.
Minnesota State University-Mankato is ranked #1,587 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Minnesota State University-Mankato is priced appropriately for the quality of education it provides, making it a fair value according to College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Minnesota State Mankato costs about $20,998. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $83,993 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $23,906 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $19,139 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $20,998 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $83,993 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the Minnesota State Mankato net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
What Minnesota State Mankato costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Minnesota State Mankato degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $95,624 | — | — |
| All Students | $83,993 | #1,587 | C |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $76,556 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $95,624 | — | — |
| All Students | $83,993 | #43 | D+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $76,556 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Minnesota State Mankato shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $11,920 |
| $30K–$48K | $12,568 |
| $48K–$75K | $15,200 |
| $75K–$110K | $19,870 |
| Over $110K | $21,860 |
About 61% of Minnesota State Mankato undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $6,440 per year. Get more details on the Minnesota State Mankato financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Minnesota State Mankato cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.