College comparison

Minnesota State University-Mankato vs University of North Dakota

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	Minnesota State University-Mankato Mankato, MN	University of North Dakota Grand Forks, ND
Acceptance rateUniversity of North Dakota is more selective	88%	77%
SAT (25–75)	—	—
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	11,703	9,981
Avg net price	$19,139	$18,551
Test policy	—	—
Type	Public	Public
Location	Mankato, MN	Grand Forks, ND

Quick answers

Is Minnesota State University-Mankato or University of North Dakota harder to get into?

University of North Dakota is more selective: Minnesota State University-Mankato's acceptance rate is approximately 88% and University of North Dakota's is approximately 77% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for Minnesota State University-Mankato vs University of North Dakota?

The middle-50% SAT range is — at Minnesota State University-Mankato and — at University of North Dakota. 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.