Southwest Minnesota State University is a four-year public university offering a high-quality education in the liberal arts and professions to prepare you for a life that is successful both personally and professionally. SMSU has grown into a university of choice with high national rankings, producing scholars who become the leaders, thinkers, and entrepreneurs of the future. Students and faculty alike come here to engage in the rich "Southwest Experience," which starts with strong academics, fulfilling social opportunities, and support from fellow Mustangs. We invite you to visit SMSU and to experience for yourself all that it has to offer.

SMSU has been named the 2020 “Safest College Campus in Minnesota” by YourLocalSecurity.com.

For Fall 2024, SMSU serves approximately 7,773 students in both undergraduate and graduate programs through on-campus, remote sites, and online delivery. Undergraduate residential enrollment is around 2,299 students.

Southwest Minnesota State University has been ranked No. 7 in the country for its affordable bachelor’s degrees by Best Value Schools. And, according to Shiksha.com/StudyAbroad, SMSU is Top 7 in the US for affordable tuition for international students. US News and World Report Ranking ranked SMSU as Top 15 in the US for Affordable Tuition.  

SMSU offers 60 bachelor's majors ...