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Metropolitan State University SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements

SAT RangeN/A

ACT Range16 to 21

Average GPAN/A

Acceptance Rate98.8%

Metro State’s 98.8% acceptance rate means your main strategy is confirming fit and planning for success after you enroll. With a 44% six-year graduation rate and 68% freshman retention, ask about advising, scheduling, and career pathways. If you submit an ACT, aim for 21 or higher so the score clearly adds strength.

Data on this page is sourced from our college data partners and was last updated on July 9, 2026.

Metropolitan State University facts and stats

Quick Facts

Metropolitan State University is an urban public university with an undergraduate enrollment of 5,904 students. Metro State has a 68% freshman retention rate and a 44% six-year graduation rate. The student-to-faculty ratio is 15:1.

Location

Saint Paul, MN

Undergrad Enrollment5,904

Freshman Retention68%

SettingUrban

Student to Faculty Ratio15:1

Graduation Rate44%

Test PolicyTest-optional

How do your scores compare at Metro State?

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Key Metropolitan State University application dates

Key dates

Application deadlines

Regular Decision

August 1

Early Action

Not offered

Early Decision

Not offered

Priority Deadline

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Financial aid deadlines

Financial Aid Priority

May 1

Test dates

SAT test dates

August 22, 2026

Registration deadline: August 7, 2026

September 12, 2026

Registration deadline: August 28, 2026

October 3, 2026

Registration deadline: September 18, 2026

ACT test dates

September 19, 2026

Registration deadline: August 14, 2026

October 17, 2026

Registration deadline: September 11, 2026

December 12, 2026

Registration deadline: November 6, 2026

Take tests early for the best outcomes

If you choose to submit scores to test-optional Metro State, take your first SAT or ACT by the spring of junior year and use the summer before senior year for a retake if you want a stronger superscore. Because the Regular Decision deadline is August 1, fall senior retakes are too late for this application.

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What you'll actually pay

Metro State’s in-state tuition is $8,571, and out-of-state tuition is also $8,571. Submit the FAFSA by the May 1 priority deadline to be considered for financial aid.

In-State Tuition$8,571

Out-of-State Tuition$8,571

Room and Board$15,864

Average Merit AwardN/A

Application FeeN/A

Students on AidN/A

Average Aid PackageN/A

Average Debt at GradN/A

Metro State lists out-of-state tuition at $8,571, with room and board estimated at $15,864. Actual costs can vary based on course load, housing choices, fees, books, and financial need. Students should compare the published price with their aid offer to estimate what they will pay.