Erin Lind
'01 Alum
Sports Management
Join us for this official visit program
February 16, 2019 on Lake Sarah, Minnesota
Southwest Minnesota State University is a four-year public university located in Marshall, Minnesota. We offer a high-quality education in the liberal arts and professions to prepare you for a life that is successful both personally and professionally.
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 truly is where you belong!
Admitted Student Day
Admitted Student Day is a special program designed for students who are already admitted to SMSU. If you've decided to attend SMSU or if you are still deciding, this is a perfect day to find out more about who we are and what we do.
Instate Tuition
SMSU does NOT charge out-of-state tuition! All students pay the same tuition rate. Take between 12-18 credits and your tuition rate doesn't change, you only pay the 12 credit rate!
Presidential Search
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities invites applications and nominations for an engaging president of Southwest Minnesota State University.
SMSU SUCCESS STORIES
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"It’s not about what I learned in Accounting 101 or Sports Law, although I enjoyed my experience in the classroom. It’s the experiences I had that taught me how to handle adversity, how to manage my success and failures, and how to communicate with diverse groups. My experiences taught me to have the highest level of expectation for myself and others."
Location
Burnsville, MN
Occupation
NSIC Commissioner
Michael Walker
'98 Alum
Physical Education: Teaching
"My SMSU professors were committed to my success and went the extra mile to ensure I was taking care of business. Athletic participation in basketball also helped me develop dedication, determination, and drive – qualities that transfer to the workplace."
Location
Minneapolis, MN
Occupation
Director, Office of Black Male Student Achievement, Minneapolis Public Schools
Andrea Kopfmann
'07 Alum
Speech Communications: Radio/TV
"I learned to work toward deadlines and honed my organizational and professional skills. Many of my SMSU friends are still a part of my life. I had a blast at SMSU; it really fit my personality."
Location
St. Paul, MN
Occupation
Director of Campaigns & Partnerships, Give MN
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LATEST NEWS
SMSU Alumnus Dave Hillestad Directed Rosen's Final Show
Published: 01-18-2019
SMSU alumnus Dave Hillestad recently had the honor of directing the final television show for WCCO sports broadcaster Mark Rosen. Hillestad is an E...
Are You Happy? Dr. Bill Pavot Can Explain Why
Published: 12-14-2018
The holiday season seems to buoy the spirits of many. They're just happier, it seems. And if there's someone who can tell you about happiness, it's...
Daniels: Finding Balance Key to College Success
Published: 12-13-2018
Busy SMSU students often find themselves with a full plate, and managing all the demands is a key to a successful college career. Whether the...
MUSTANGS MAKING A DIFFERENCE
Lee French: A Professor and a Researcher
Published 12-13-2018
"SMSU is a great school that is beneficial to students who don't like large class sizes but enjoy hands-on research opportunities," said Lee French, SMSU Assistant Professor of Agronomy. Although SMSU has played a major role in French's life, he has a diverse background in research and education....