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Minnesota State University Moorhead admitted student profile
- Acceptance rate: 59%
- ACT (middle 50%): 18-25
Minnesota State University Moorhead admits most applicants who clear its academic bar. If your GPA and scores are in range, your odds here are genuinely strong.
What you need to get into Minnesota State University Moorhead
Compare your GPA and scores to Minnesota State University Moorhead's admitted students, then focus on the parts of your application you can still improve. Numbers get you into contention; essays, rigor, and activities decide it.
Is Minnesota State University Moorhead a reach, target, or safety for you?
Run your numbers through the calculator above and it will tell you. As a rule: if your stats sit above Minnesota State University Moorhead's range and it is not highly selective, it is a safety. If you are in range, it is a target. If you are below range, or the school admits fewer than one in four applicants, it is a reach for almost everyone. A smart college list balances all three, so pair Minnesota State University Moorhead with schools in each tier.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the chances of getting into Minnesota State University Moorhead?
Minnesota State University Moorhead has a 59% acceptance rate, but that is an average across all applicants, not your personal odds. Your real chances depend on how your GPA and test scores compare to admitted students, plus your essays, rigor, and activities. Use the calculator above to estimate your odds from your own profile.
What ACT score do you need to get into Minnesota State University Moorhead?
The middle 50% of admitted students at Minnesota State University Moorhead scored 18-25 on the ACT. Above 25 is strong, below 18 is below the typical admit.
Is Minnesota State University Moorhead a reach, target, or safety school?
It depends on your profile. If your stats are above Minnesota State University Moorhead's admitted range and its acceptance rate is high, it is a safety. If you are in range, it is a target. If you are below range, or the school is highly selective, it is a reach. The calculator above tells you which, based on your numbers.