Metropolitan State University provides high-quality, affordable educational programs and services in a student-centered environment. The faculty, staff, and students of Metropolitan State reflects the area's rich diversity, build an anti-racist learning community, and demonstrate an unwavering commitment to civic engagement. The university is committed to academic excellence and community partnerships through curriculum, teaching, scholarship and services designed to support an urban mission. The university provides accessible, high-quality liberal arts, professional, and graduate education to the citizens and communities of the metropolitan area, with continued emphasis on underserved groups, including adults and communities of color.

Admission
Consideration for freshman admission is based on some or all of the following criteria:
-    High school class rank in the upper 50th percentile.
-    ACT, PSAT, or SAT Composite score at or above national median;
-    A GED transcript with test scores;
-    Applications from students who have a cumulative GPA of 2,0 or less from all previous institutions will require additional time to process.  All transcripts will need to be received at least one month prior to the application deadline.  Your admission will be deferred to the next semester if all transcripts are not received one month prior to the application deadline.
Admission rules for freshmen, graduate, transfer, international students and readmit are different.

Financial Aid
The Office of Student Financial Aid at Metropolitan State University is here to assist you with the costs of your college education.
Common Types of Financial Aid:
-    Federal Pell Grants;
-    Academic Competitiveness Grants and National SMART Grants;
-    Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant;
-    Minnesota State Grant;
-    Minnesota Post-Secondary Child Care Grant;
-    Alliss Grants;
-    Departmental Grants;
-    Foundation Grants;
-    Federal Stafford Loan (Subsidized and Unsubsidized);
-    Federal PLUS loans;
-    Minnesota SELF Loan;
-    Private Education Loans;
-    Student Employment.