Special Learning Opportunity
The following table compares the special learning opportunities between selected colleges including distance learning opportunities, ROTC program, Study abroad, and more special chances of learning. This statistics is based on the latest data from IPEDS, U.S. Department of Education for academic year 2024-2025.
| Name | Online Class | ROTC | Teacher Cert. | Study Abroad | Weekend/ Evening College | Campus Housing* | Meal Plan** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metropolitan State University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| University of Minnesota-Twin Cities | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (7,558) | ✔ ($5,240) |
| Minnesota State University Moorhead | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,595) | ✔ ($3,536) |
| Southwest Minnesota State University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,087) | ✔ ($4,090) |
| Winona State University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,773) | ✔ ($3,370) |
| University of Minnesota-Rochester | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (338) | ✔ |
Student Services on Campus
The following table compares the on-campus students services and facilities between selected colleges including Student Counseling, Employment services for current students, Placement service for program completers, On-campus daycare facility, and library information.
| Name | Career Counseling | Employment Service | Placement Service | On Campus Daycare | Library Facilities |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metropolitan State University | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| University of Minnesota-Twin Cities | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Minnesota State University Moorhead | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Southwest Minnesota State University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Winona State University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| University of Minnesota-Rochester | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 6 selected colleges, 4 schools are NAA members, and 4 schools are NCAA members.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metropolitan State University | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| University of Minnesota-Twin Cities | NAA, NCAA | Big Ten Conference | Big Ten Conference | Big Ten Conference | 14 athletic programs |
| Minnesota State University Moorhead | NAA, NCAA | Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference | Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference | - | 10 athletic programs |
| Southwest Minnesota State University | NAA, NCAA | Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference | Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference | Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference | 10 athletic programs |
| Winona State University | NAA, NCAA | Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference | Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference | Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| University of Minnesota-Rochester | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
Additional Characteristics
The following table compares and describes additional facts of selected colleges including religious affiliation, specialized schools, and medical degree offer, and other facts.
| Name | Religious Affiliation | Historical Black School | Tribal School | Has Hospital | Offer Medical Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metropolitan State University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| University of Minnesota-Twin Cities | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Minnesota State University Moorhead | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Southwest Minnesota State University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Winona State University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| University of Minnesota-Rochester | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
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*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs