College comparison

Indiana University-Indianapolis vs Minnesota State University-Mankato

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	Indiana University-Indianapolis Indianapolis, IN	Minnesota State University-Mankato Mankato, MN
Acceptance rateIndiana University-Indianapolis is more selective	76%	88%
SAT (25–75)	1030–1240	—
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	13,830	11,703
Avg net price	$11,668	$19,139
Test policy	—	—
Type	Public	Public
Location	Indianapolis, IN	Mankato, MN

Quick answers

Is Indiana University-Indianapolis or Minnesota State University-Mankato harder to get into?

Indiana University-Indianapolis is more selective: Indiana University-Indianapolis's acceptance rate is approximately 76% and Minnesota State University-Mankato's is approximately 88% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for Indiana University-Indianapolis vs Minnesota State University-Mankato?

The middle-50% SAT range is 1030–1240 at Indiana University-Indianapolis and — at Minnesota State University-Mankato. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.