by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a SMU MN degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how SMU MN measures up.
SMU MN is ranked #1,842 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Minnesota, it ranks #48 of 69 for value.
These SMU MN majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Other Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | #14 of 26 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #19 of 31 |
| Physician Assistant | #33 of 62 |
| Teacher Education | #83 of 88 |
| Human Resources | #95 of 138 |
| General Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration | #95 of 138 |
| General Information Science | #95 of 124 |
| Information Systems | #95 of 124 |
| Information Science | #95 of 124 |
| Human Resource Management | #115 of 168 |
Read the full SMU MN value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota is ranked #8 out of #72 in Minnesota for quality and #48 out of #69 for Minnesota value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the SMU MN financial aid page to be sure.
Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota is ranked #1,842 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at SMU MN costs about $15,815. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $63,259 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $57,380 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $11,704 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $15,815 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $63,259 |
*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.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about SMU MN net price and the factors that affect it.
What SMU MN 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 SMU MN 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 | $229,520 | — | — |
| All Students | $63,259 | #1,842 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $46,816 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $229,520 | — | — |
| All Students | $63,259 | #48 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $46,816 | — | — |
*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 SMU MN shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $14,421 |
| $30K–$48K | $14,972 |
| $48K–$75K | $14,418 |
| $75K–$110K | $21,072 |
| Over $110K | $25,934 |
About 91% of SMU MN undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $29,256 per year. Get more details on the SMU MN financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average SMU MN 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.