Mayville State University

Yes, MSU is an online university. NCES data shows that half of MSU undergraduates and all graduate students participate in distance-only education. Courses are offered asynchronously and synchronously, allowing for some scheduling flexibility. However, certain programs may require in-school field experiences, as arranged by MSU during daytime hours.

Examples of online bachelor's degrees include early childhood education, physical education, nursing, business administration, and accounting. Online master's degrees include education, teaching, and nursing.

Yes, many consider MSU a good school. We've ranked it #7 for our Most Affordable Online Colleges in Mathematics Degrees page and #10 for our Most Affordable Bachelor's in Finance Online page. MSU also has a favorable accreditation status.

To provide the most trustworthy results, OnlineU only includes accredited online institutions on its site. 

MSU is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. This accreditation status signifies that HLC finds MSU's financial practices sound and that its academic programming meets federal quality standards. Employers also respect MSU's online degrees because of its HLC accreditation status.

MSU is largely known for fostering a sense of community. For example, NCES data shows a 14:1 student-to-faculty ratio, which lends to smaller class sizes. This enables more student engagement and allows instructors to get to know their students. As a result, students get to know each other, build rapport within the virtual classroom, and receive individualized instruction. 

MSU is also known for being an affordable online school without forsaking quality. According to College Scorecard, tuition costs at MSU are about 28% less than other comparable four-year schools. The average annual cost to attend MSU is approximately $14,200 compared to $18,902 for other schools.

College Scorecard data shows that MSU's bachelor's degrees in business administration; teacher education in specific subject areas, such as English and math; and health and physical education provide the highest earnings overall. Graduates in these fields earn median annual salaries of approximately $52,000, $48,500, and $44,500, accordingly.

Additionally, OnlineU's proprietary Salary Score ranks colleges by how much their alumni earn compared to graduates with the same degree nationwide. Out of a total score of 100, MSU has a bachelor's salary score of 38.

Getting into MSU is considered somewhat challenging and competitive. According to College Scorecard, it accepts 61% of applicants and requires entrance exams as part of the application process.

You need a GPA of at least 2.0 and proof of completion for College Prep Core Requirements. 

Although individual degree programs may have additional requirements, MSU's admission requirements for first-year students generally include the following:

• An application 
• A $35 application fee
• Official high school transcripts or GED
• Official college transcripts, if transferring credits
• Official military transcripts, if applicable
• SAT/ACT scores
• Immunization records

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