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Rasmussen University-Minnesota

Type 4 year, Private
Business Model For Profit
Campus locale City: Small
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Quarter
Student body size Small
Student to faculty ratio 18 to 1
On-time graduation rate 31%

Located in St. Cloud, Minnesota, Rasmussen University-Minnesota is a private, for profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. Rasmussen University-Minnesota operates on a quarter-based calendar system, dividing the academic year into four terms.

One of the notable aspects of Rasmussen University-Minnesota is its open admission policy. This means that all high school graduates and individuals who hold a GED qualification are eligible to apply for admission. This inclusive approach allows a wide range of students to pursue their higher education goals, regardless of their academic background.

Rasmussen University-Minnesota is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

The student-to-faculty ratio at Rasmussen University-Minnesota is 18-to-1, which is slightly higher than both the state and national averages. The state average student-to-faculty ratio in Minnesota is 16-to-1, while the national average is 16-to-1. A lower student-to-faculty ratio generally allows for more personalized attention and interaction between students and faculty.

While the on-time graduation rate at Rasmussen University-Minnesota is reported to be 31%, it is essential to consider the context of this statistic. For-profit institutions often serve a diverse student population, including many non-traditional students who may face unique challenges in completing their degrees. For comparison, Minnesota state's graduation rate for the 2021-2022 was 55% whereas the national average was 48%.


  • Accredited by: Higher Learning Commission

In-State Tuition & Fees

$12,263

Cost of attendance at Rasmussen University-Minnesota in 2022 for students from Minnesota.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year For Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Minnesota's average $11,262
National average $17,868

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$12,263

Cost of attendance at Rasmussen University-Minnesota in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year For Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Minnesota's average $16,133
National average $17,869

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 88 of freshman students at Rasmussen University-Minnesota received on average $6,267 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$6,267
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 69 62% $5,433 $374,884
Other Federal Grant 88 79% $4,967 $437,086
State Grant/Scholarships 67 60% $1,851 $123,985
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 34 30% $1,746 $59,372
Total Grant & Scholarships 99 88% $6,267 $620,443

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Rasmussen University-Minnesota students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Rasmussen University-Minnesota students is 30.8%. Female students graduated at a rate of 35.0%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 16.7%.

30.8%

  • white 36.1% 13 students

Service Offerings

Rasmussen University-Minnesota provides the following additional services to its students
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Rasmussen University-Minnesota offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Credit for military training
  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)