About St. Cloud State University

St. Cloud State University (SCSU) is a public university in Minnesota, offering over 200 academic programs. Founded in 1869, the university is known for its strong commitment to providing quality education and opportunities for hands-on learning. SCSU serves a diverse student body, including both traditional and non-traditional students, with a focus on community engagement and global learning.

Location

St. Cloud State University is located in St. Cloud, Minnesota, along the scenic Mississippi River. The campus offers a vibrant and student-centered environment, with easy access to the downtown area and major metropolitan hubs like Minneapolis and St. Paul, which are about an hour’s drive away.

Application Deadline

• Fall Semester: July 1
• Spring Semester: November 1
• Summer Semester: April 1

International students are encouraged to apply early to ensure sufficient time for visa processing and travel arrangements.

Subject List

St. Cloud State University offers a wide variety of undergraduate and graduate programs across several disciplines, including:

• Business Administration (MBA, Marketing, Accounting, Finance)
• Engineering and Technology (Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Software Engineering)
• Health Sciences (Nursing, Public Health, Biomedical Sciences)
• Social Sciences (Psychology, Sociology, Political Science)
• Education (Teacher Preparation, Educational Leadership)
• Humanities (English, History, Communication Studies)
• STEM Fields (Biology, Computer Science, Physics)

English Language Requirements

For international students, St. Cloud State University requires the following minimum scores:

• TOEFL iBT: 61 for undergraduate programs, 79 for graduate programs
• IELTS: 5.5 for undergraduate programs, 6.5 for graduate programs
• Duolingo English Test: 95 for undergraduate programs, 105 for graduate programs

Conditional admission may be available for students needing additional English language support. The university also offers an Intensive English Program (IEP) to help students improve their language skills.