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 13,000 students enrolling in fall, 2005. In addition, 1,300 faculty and staff, approximately 600 international students who represent 70 countries, and more than 94,000 alumni from around the world are proud to be a part of the Mavericks tradition.
Founded in 1868, Minnesota State University 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 Minnesota State University, 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 Minnesota State and include more than 150 department clubs, political organizations, recreation clubs, intramural athletics, social clubs, service and religious organizations.
The University also offers 21 intercollegiate men's and women's sports activities including NCAA Division 1 ice hockey, volleyball, soccer, softball, tennis, golf, swimming, football, cross country, basketball, track and field, wrestling, baseball and dance.
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 300 acres overlooking the picturesque Minnesota River Valley, Minnesota State University is the third largest higher educational institution in the state and is part of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system.