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About Winona State University

public masters universityhealth sciences focusaccessible admissionseducation and nursing strengths

Winona State University is a public university in Winona, MN, known for its public masters university, health sciences focus, and accessible admissions. With an acceptance rate of 74%, Winona State University is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 1,175 students each year. Winona State University is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1000–1270, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. Winona State University offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $4,941 per year; the sticker price of $29,494 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Winona State University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

74%
Overall Accept Rate
1135
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 1000 – 1270 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Winona State University

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Essay Strategy
Winona State has strong programs in nursing, education, and healthcare sciences, so if you are applying to one of those fields, make sure your application materials clearly connect your goals to the specific WSU program rather than writing a general statement about your interests.
Demonstrated Interest
Winona State sits on a bluff above the Mississippi River and has a genuinely distinctive small-city feel, so visiting campus or attending a WSU open house event is worth your time and signals to the admissions office that you have seriously considered the school.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Winona State University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$29k/yr$10.2k
30k-48k~$29k/yr$11.8k
48k-75k~$29k/yr$13.8k
75k-110k~$29k/yr$17.9k
110k+~$29k/yr$21.3k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

61%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$51k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
17:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
5,285
Undergrad Enrollment
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