Disclosures
Accreditations
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For more information about the Higher Learning Commission, visit their website www.hlcommission.org
For information on the HLC Comprehensive Site Visit to SMSU in October 2018, visit our HLC Accreditation page. www.smsu.edu/administration/hlc
Specialized Accreditations:
- Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
- International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE)
- National Alliance of Concurrent Enrollment Partnerships
- The Council on Social Work Education
- The Minnesota Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board
- The National Association of Schools of Music
- Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
The Business Innovation & Strategy department has received specialized accreditation for its business program(s) through the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE) located at 11960 Quivira Road in Overland Park, Kansas, USA. For a list of accredited programs, please view our IACBE member status page.
The Exercise Science baccalaureate program at Southwest Minnesota State University is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) upon the recommendation of the Committee of Accreditation for Allied Health Education Programs. Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) 9355 - 113th St. N, # 7709, Seminole, FL 33775-7709, 727-210-2350, www.caahep.org.
The RN to BSN Program at Southwest Minnesota State University (SMSU) at SMSU, located in Marshall, MN, is accredited by the: Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). 3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400 Atlanta, GA 30326
(404) 975-5000. The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the RN to BSN Program is initial accreditation. View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program on the ACEN website.
The Master of Science in Nursing Education Program at Southwest Minnesota State University (SMSU) at SMSU, located in Marshall, MN, is accredited by the: Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). 3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400 Atlanta, GA 30326 (404) 975-5000. The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the Master of Science in Nursing Education Program is initial accreditation. View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program on the ACEN website.
Campus Security Report
Pursuant to the Student Right to Know and Campus Security Act, SMSU monitors criminal activity, publishes this report, and maintains a three-year statistical history for the main campus and at off-campus property or facilities owned or leased by SMSU. Download the report here.
Diversity of Enrollment
SMSU’s Fall 2023 degree-seeking undergraduate enrollment was 2,039. The percentage of students of color grew to an all-time high of 22.2%. Since 2019, SMSU’s enrollment of students of color has grown by 30.3%. International student enrollment was 5.0% for Fall 2023. SMSU’s enrollment was 65.8% Female and 33.2% Male in Fall 2023, representing a shift from the historic averages of 58% Female/42% Male.
In terms of socio-economics, 43.3% of SMSU’s Fall 2023 federal cohort were Pell eligible. Additionally, 49.0% of the Fall 2023 federal cohort were first-generation students.
Retention Rates
The Fall 2022 Federal Cohort (full-time/first-time) retention rate continued to increase to 69.5% post-pandemic. That is an improvement from a historic average of 67% and several points higher than pandemic cohorts of Fall 2020 and Fall 2021. Domestic student retention was 69.8% for the Fall 2022 Federal Cohort. Retention for Students of Color was below those figures at 60.7% for Fall 2022.
Pell-eligible student retention was 62.6%. Students identifying as First-Generation had a retention rate of 62.5%.
New Fall Entering Cohorts have averaged a Fall to 1st Spring retention of 87.1% pre-pandemic, and the Fall 2022 cohort was in line with that average at 87.3% (again above pandemic cohorts of 2020 and 2021). Fall 2023 Fall to Spring retention is also in line, at 87.2%.
Overall retention for the Fall 2022 cohort of transfer students was 71.3%, and Part-time Transfer retention was 68.2%.
Graduation and Transfer Rates
After a dip in completion during the pandemic, the Academic Year 2022-23 Federal Cohort completion (Fall Cohort 2017) improved to 44.4%. The 4-year transfer-out rate for the Fall 2017 cohort was 15.8%. The overall success rate for the Fall 2017 cohort (including ALL enrolled, transfers, and completions via the National Student Clearinghouse) was 80.0%.
Transfer student completion improved to 57.5% for the Academic Year 2022-2023.
Persistence data can be found here:
www.smsu.edu/administration/datamanagementinstitutionalresearch/retention.html
Student Right-To-Know Completion Information
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Accessibility Services
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Professional Licensure & Certification Disclosures
As of July 1, 2020, the U.S. Department of Education implemented new regulations that professional programs which may lead to licensure/certification must adhere to - Regulation 34 CFR 668.43 (a) (5) (v).
In compliance with this regulation, SMSU is providing the following information.
- SMSU’s undergraduate BS in Accounting combined with the 150 Semester Hour Accounting Emphasis curriculum meets state academic requirements for professional certification in the states/jurisdictions of: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Islands, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Guam, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Northern Mariana Island, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virgin Islands, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming
- SMSU’s undergraduate BS in Accounting combined with the 150 Semester Hour Accounting Emphasis curriculum does not meet the state academic requirements for professional certification in the states/jurisdictions of: American Samoa
Last updated on January 31, 2024.
Disclaimer
This information has been gathered from the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) website and will be updated annually on July 1.
SMSU assumes no liability or responsibility for any errors or omissions in the information contained in this resource. It is your responsibility to verify accuracy by visiting the NASBA website.”
As of July 1, 2020, the U.S. Department of Education implemented new regulations that professional programs which may lead to licensure/certification must adhere to - Regulation 34 CFR 668.43 (a) (5) (v).
In compliance with this regulation, SMSU is providing the following information.
- SMSU’s undergraduate baccalaureate degrees and graduate programs for additional licensure or endorsements meet state academic requirements for professional licensure through the process of reciprocity, endorsement, and/or additional examination or licensing board review in the states/jurisdictions of: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Guam, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Northern Mariana Island, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virgin Islands, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming
- SMSU’s undergraduate and graduate teacher preparation programs does not meet state requirements for professional licensure in the states/jurisdictions of: None
Last updated on January 31, 2024.
Disclaimer
This information has been gathered from the:
- National Association of Directors of Teacher Education and Certification (NASDTEC)
- Education Commission of the States (ECS)
- National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA) both will be each will be updated annually on July 1.
SMSU assumes no liability or responsibility for any errors or omissions in the information contained in this resource.
It is your responsibility to verify accuracy by visiting the NASDTEC, ECS and/or NC-SARA websites.
As of July 1, 2020, the U.S. Department of Education implemented new regulations that professional programs which may lead to licensure/certification must adhere to - Regulation 34 CFR 668.43 (a) (5) (v).
In compliance with this regulation, SMSU is providing the following information.
- SMSU’s undergraduate Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science with Allied Health and/or Exercise Specialist Concentrations curriculum meets state competency requirements to sit for the American College of Sports Medicine Certified Exercise Physiologist exam AND/OR the National Strength and Condition Association Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist exam for professional certification in the states/jurisdictions of:
Alabama, Alaska, American Samoa, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Guam, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Northern Mariana Island, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virgin Islands, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming - SMSU’s undergraduate Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science with Allied Health and/or Exercise Specialist Concentrations curriculum does not meet state competency requirements to sit for the American College of Sports Medicine Certified Exercise Physiologist exam AND/OR the National Strength and Condition Association Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist for professional certification in the states/jurisdictions of: None
Last updated on January 31, 2024.
Disclaimer
This information has been gathered from the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) website and the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) and will be updated annually on July 1.
SMSU assumes no liability or responsibility for any errors or omissions in the information contained in this resource.
It is your responsibility to verify accuracy by visiting the ACSM-EP and the NACA-CSCS websites.
As of July 1, 2020, the U.S. Department of Education implemented new regulations that professional programs which may lead to licensure/certification must adhere to - Regulation 34 CFR 668.43 (a) (5) (v).
In compliance with this regulation, SMSU is providing the following information.
- SMSU’s undergraduate Bachelor of Science in Management with a Concentration in Healthcare Administration, or Minor in Healthcare Administration, or Certificate in Healthcare Administration curriculum meets state competency requirements to sit for the Certified Revenue Cycle Specialist (CRCS) exam for professional certification in the states/jurisdictions of:
Alabama, Alaska, American Samoa, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Guam, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Northern Mariana Island, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virgin Islands, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming - SMSU’s undergraduate Bachelor of Science in Management with a Concentration in Healthcare Administration, or Minor in Healthcare Administration, or Certificate in Healthcare Administration curriculum does not meet state competency requirements to sit for the Certified Revenue Cycle Specialist (CRCS) exam for professional certification in the states/jurisdictions of: None
Last updated on January 31, 2024.
Disclaimer
This information has been gathered from the American Association of Healthcare Administrative Management (AAHAM) website and will be updated annually on July 1.
SMSU assumes no liability or responsibility for any errors or omissions in the information contained in this resource.
It is your responsibility to verify accuracy by visiting the AAHAM website.”
As of July 1, 2020, the U.S. Department of Education implemented new regulations that professional programs which may lead to licensure/certification must adhere to - Regulation 34 CFR 668.43 (a) (5) (v).
In compliance with this regulation, SMSU is providing the following information.
- SMSU’s undergraduate Bachelor of Science in Management with a Concentration in Human Resources or Minor in Human Resource Management curriculum prepares students to sit for the SHRM-Certified Professional (C.P.) or SHRM-SCP exam for professional certification in the states/jurisdictions of:
Alabama, Alaska, American Samoa, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Guam, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Northern Mariana Island, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virgin Islands, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming
*In addition to the exam, applicants must have 1 year in an HR role for the SHRM-CP or 4 years in an HR role for the SHRM-SCP certifications. - SMSU’s undergraduate Bachelor of Science in Management with a Concentration in Human Resources or Minor in Human Resource Management curriculum does NOT prepare students to sit for the SHRM-Certified Professional (C.P.) or SHRM-SCP exam for professional certification in the states/jurisdictions of: None
Last updated on January 31, 2024.
Disclaimer
This information has been gathered from the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) website and will be updated annually on July 1.
SMSU assumes no liability or responsibility for any errors or omissions in the information contained in this resource.
It is your responsibility to verify accuracy by visiting the SHRM or SHRM Certification websites.
As of July 1, 2020, the U.S. Department of Education implemented new regulations that professional programs which may lead to licensure/certification must adhere to - Regulation 34 CFR 668.43 (a) (5) (v).
In compliance with this regulation, SMSU is providing the following information.
- SMSU’s undergraduate Bachelor of Science in Justice Administration curriculum prepares students to sit for the Peace Officer Licensing Exam for professional certification in the states/jurisdictions of: Minnesota
- SMSU’s undergraduate Bachelor of Science in Justice Administration curriculum does NOT prepare students to sit for the Peace Officer Licensing Exam for professional certification in the states/jurisdictions of: Alabama, Alaska, American Samoa, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Guam, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Northern Mariana Island, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virgin Islands, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming
Last updated on January 31, 2024.
Disclaimer
This information has been gathered from the Minnesota Board of Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) website and will be updated annually on July 1.
SMSU assumes no liability or responsibility for any errors or omissions in the information contained in this resource.
It is your responsibility to verify accuracy by visiting the MN POST websites.
As of July 1, 2020, the U.S. Department of Education implemented new regulations that professional programs which may lead to licensure/certification must adhere to - Regulation 34 CFR 668.43 (a) (5) (v).
In compliance with this regulation, SMSU is providing the following information.
- SMSU’s undergraduate medical laboratory science curriculum meets state academic requirements for professional medical laboratory science certification in the states/jurisdictions of: Alabama, Alaska, American Samoa, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Guam, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Northern Mariana Island, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virgin Islands, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming
Additionally, SMSU undergraduate medical laboratory science curriculum meets state academic requirements for professional medical laboratory science certification plus licensure in the states/jurisdictions of: California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Montana, Nevada, New York, North Dakota, Rhode Island, Tennessee, West Virginia, Puerto Rico - SMSU’s undergraduate medical laboratory science curriculum does not meet the state academic requirements for professional medical laboratory science certification in the states/jurisdictions of: None
Last updated on January 31, 2024.
Disclaimer
This information has been gathered from the The American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP BOC) website and will be updated annually on July 1.
SMSU assumes no liability or responsibility for any errors or omissions in the information contained in this resource. It is your responsibility to verify accuracy by visiting the ASCP BOC website.”
As of July 1, 2020, the U.S. Department of Education implemented new regulations that professional programs which may lead to licensure/certification must adhere to - Regulation 34 CFR 668.43 (a) (5) (v).
In compliance with this regulation, SMSU is providing the following information.
- SMSU’s undergraduate Bachelor of Science in Social Work curriculum meets state academic requirements for professional licensure through the process of reciprocity, endorsement or licensing board review in the states/jurisdictions of: Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming
Each state outlines their process for either reciprocity, endorsement or licensing board review on this Social Work Licensing State by State document. - SMSU’s undergraduate Bachelor of Science in Social Work curriculum does not meet the state academic requirements for professional certification in the states/jurisdictions of: Georgia, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Washington, American Samoa, Guam, Northern Mariana Island, Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands
Last updated on January 31, 2024.
Disclaimer
This information has been gathered from the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) website and the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA); both will be updated annually on July 1.
SMSU assumes no liability or responsibility for any errors or omissions in the information contained in this resource. It is your responsibility to verify accuracy by visiting the ASWB website or the NC-SARA website.
As of July 1, 2020, the U.S. Department of Education implemented new regulations that professional programs which may lead to licensure/certification must adhere to - Regulation 34 CFR 668.43 (a) (5) (v).
In compliance with this regulation, SMSU is providing the following information.
- SMSU’s Bachelor of Science Degree in Management with a Concentration in Supply Chain or the Supply Chain Certificate curriculum plus three years of related experience prepares students to sit for the Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) exam for professional certification in the states/jurisdictions of:
Alabama, Alaska, American Samoa, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Guam, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Northern Mariana Island, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virgin Islands, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming - SMSU’s Bachelor of Science Degree in Management with a Concentration in Supply Chain or the Supply Chain Certificate curriculum plus three years of related experience does not prepare students to sit for the Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) exam for professional certification in the states/jurisdictions of: None
Last updated on January 31, 2024.
Disclaimer
This information has been gathered from the Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM) website and will be updated annually on July 1.
SMSU assumes no liability or responsibility for any errors or omissions in the information contained in this resource.
It is your responsibility to verify accuracy by visiting the ASCM or ASCM Certification website.
Applicable Pass Rate Data for Licensure or Certification
Accounting
Pass rates for the Uniform Certified Public Accountant (CPA) examination are given below. Annual data is provided for all test takers (including those retaking specific sections) and for those taking the test for the first time.
| Number of Candidates | SMSU Pass Rate | Average Score | Average Age | MN Pass Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | |||||
| All | 20 | 57.6% | 75.7 | 27.2 | 59.7% |
| First-Time | 12 | 88.9% | 82.4 | 25.1 | 65.6% |
| 2021 | |||||
| All | 18 | 50.0% | 74.1 | 26.9 | 54.0% |
| First-Time | 15 | 54.2% | 74.9 | 24.6 | 59.0% |
| 2022 | |||||
| All | 18 | 48.1% | 71.2 | 25.9 | 55.2% |
| First-Time | 14 | 43.3% | 69.4 | 25.1 | 62.1% |
| 2023 | |||||
| All | 24 | 48.8% | 71.9 | 27.3 | 51.1% |
| First-Time | 14 | 65.2% | 75.3 | 24.1 | 57.7% |
Education
The State of Minnesota does not require a teacher licensing examination. The SMSU School of Education is an accredited teacher preparation provider by the Minnesota Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB) through 2030. SMSU’s undergraduate baccalaureate degrees and graduate programs for additional licensure or endorsements meet Minnesota state academic requirements for professional licensure.
Exercise Science
Exercise Science Pass rate data for optional professional certification are as follows:
| Total Exams | Pass Rate | Fail Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-24 | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 2022-23 | 0 | NA | NA |
| 2021-22 | 0 | NA | NA |
| Total Exams | Pass Rate | Fail Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-24 | 0 | NA | NA |
| 2022-23 | 1 | 0% | 100% |
| 2021-22 | 0 | NA | NA |
Healthcare Administration
The National American Association of Healthcare Administrative Management (AAHAM) Certified Revenue Cycle Specialist (CRCS) exam is available to individuals involved in front-line revenue cycle operations for healthcare entities. Membership in AAHAM is not a requirement, although it is encouraged. A minimum of one year of employment in the healthcare revenue cycle is recommended to successfully complete the exam. CRCP is an elective professional exam, and AAHAM does not gather pass rates by institution or publish exam pass rates in the aggregate.
Human Resource Management
The National Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) Certified Professional (CP) examination is intended for HR professionals with operational roles, while the SHRM-Senior Certified Professional (SCP) examination is for senior HR professionals with strategic roles. Each is an elective professional exam, and SHRM does not gather or publish exam pass rates by institution. National pass rates can be found on the SHRM website at https://www.shrm.org/credentials/certification/exam-options-fees.
Justice Administration
Pass rates for the Peace Officer Licensing examination for professional certification in the State of Minnesota are as follows:
| Total Exams | Pass Rate | Fail Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2 | 50% | 50% |
| 2023 | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 2022 | 3 | 66.7% | 33.3% |
| 2021 | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 2020 | 3 | 100% | 0% |
| 2019 | 6 | 100% | 0% |
| 2018 | 3 | 100% | 0% |
| 2017 | 2 | 50% | 50% |
Medical Laboratory Science
The SMSU medical laboratory science program is a 3 + 1 program with the Sanford Medical Laboratory Science Program. Pass rates for the Board of Certification (BOC) examination in the Sanford program are as follows:
| Total Exams | Pass Rate | Fail Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 7 | 100% | 0% |
| 2023 | 8 | 100% | 0% |
| 2022 | 7 | 100% | 0% |
Social Work
Pass rates for the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) examination, based on test-takers who reported graduation from SMSU, are as follows (annual numbers and comparisons are not available for all years):
| Bachelor's Exam | Total Exams | SMSU % | State % | US/Can % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 First-time | 8 | 75 | ||
| 2023 All | 11 | 63.6 | ||
| 2022 First-time | 11 | 45.5 | ||
| 2022 All | 18 | 22.8 | ||
| 2021 First-time | 11 | 63.6 | 69.0 | 68.7 |
| 2021 All | 13 | 76.9 | 69.0 | 65.1 |
| 2020 First-time | -- | |||
| 2020 All | 50.0 | |||
| 2019 First-time | 40.0 | |||
| 2019 All | 64.0 | |||
| 2018 First-time | 56.0 | |||
| 2018 All | 67.0 | |||
| 2018-21 First-time | 46 | 54.3 | 72.0 | 68.4 |
| 2018-21 All | 47 | 76.6 | 77.0 | 72.5 |
Supply Chain
The Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM) Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) examination looks at the entire supply chain from suppliers to customers. The certification is intended for SC professionals looking to advance their careers by demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of operations, global supply chain networks, customer and supplier relationships, and supply chain risk and resilience. It is recommended that the individual pursuing certification have strategic and tactical experience in a variety of supply chain roles and responsibilities. CSCP is an elective professional exam, and ASCM does not gather or publish exam pass rates by institution. Global pass rates can be found on the ASCM website at https://www.apics.org/docs/default-source/certification/apics-exam-pass-rate-report.pdf
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