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Mayville State students enjoy personal attention, state-of-the-art technology, and instructors who truly care about the quality of education that each student receives.

MSU is fully accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association. MSU is also part of the National Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation.

Every on-campus student is issued a taBlet pc as part of the student fees at MSU. Students have 24/7 internet access on campus.

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the basics about MSU:

campus life, majors,

costs, scholarships,

financial aid, and how

to apply. Then schedule

a visit to get a more

complete picture of what

MSU has to offer.

celebrating 125 years

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62% of students are from north dakota.14% of students are from Minnesota.

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founded 1889

degrees offeredBachelor of Science in EducationBachelor of ScienceBachelor of ArtsBachelor of University StudiesBachelor of Applied ScienceAssociate of Arts

student BodyFemale: 57%Male: 43%

Student to Faculty Ratio: 14:1

Mayville State University

is eager to help students

achieve their educational,

professional, and personal

goals at an extremely

affordable price. Combined

with faculty and staff focused

on student success, students

grow socially, academically,

and culturally, preparing them

for their future success.

Fall 2013Enrollment: 1,065

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MaJorsApplied PsychologyBiologyBusiness AdministrationBusiness ManagementChemistryCommunicationComposite in Biology EducationComposite in Chemistry EducationComposite in Social Science EducationComputer Information SystemsEarly ChildhoodEarly Childhood EducationElementary EducationEnglishEnglish EducationFitness & WellnessHealthHealth EducationMathematicsMathematics EducationMedical Lab ScienceNursing (RN to BSN)Physical EducationSocial ScienceSpecial EducationSports ManagementStudies in EducationUniversity Studies

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MinorsAccounting Biology/Biology EducationBusiness AdministrationChemistry/Chemistry EducationCoachingCommunicationComputer Information SystemsDevelopmental Adapted Physical EducationEarly Childhood EducationEnglish/English EducationFitness & WellnessGeneral ScienceGeography/Geography EducationHealth/Health EducationHistory/History EducationLibrary Media and Information ScienceMathematics/Mathematics EducationMusic EducationPhysical EducationPhysical Science/Physical Science EducationPsychology/Psychology EducationScience for the Elementary TeacherSocial Science/Social Science EducationSociologySpecial Needs Generalist Sports Management

pre-professional prograMsChiropracticCriminal JusticeDentistryEngineeringLawMedical Labratory ScienceMortuary ScienceNursing*OptometryPharmacyPhysical TherapyVeterinary Science

certificate prograMsEmergency ResponsePlasmid ScienceTitle I Reading Credential

*Practical & Associate Degree in Nursing offered on Mayville State campus through the Dakota Nursing Program

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Each hall is equipped with live-in professional and student staff who are available to all residents. They are here for advice, referrals, or simply when you need someone to talk to.

All residence halls are close to classes, the library, dining center, and other campus resources.

traditional residence halls

Birkelo Hall Berg Hall

Traditional single or double occupancy

residence hall rooms with community-style

baths.

suite andapartMent

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Agassiz Hall2- or 4-person suites and apartments with

private baths and spacious living rooms.

Agassiz houses a mixture of freshman

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campus visits can be scheduled between9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. on weekdays.

please call the office of enrollment services at 800-437-4104, ext. 34842 five to seven days in advance to arrange a visit.

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residencelife

Participating in our close caMpus coMMunity and sharing experiences with peers is the foundation for making MeMories and being an active part of something larger than yourself.

Some student clubs and organizations include:

Getting involved at MSU is fun. Make new friends. connect with your professors. Boost your resumé. And learn outside of the classroom.

MSU TheatreCometeersStudent SenateStudent Activities CouncilBand & Choir

Collegiate DECAComputer/Technology ClubMSU SpeechHPER Club (Fitness)Multicultural Club

The Wellness Center also offers great ways to stay fit, like group cycling, aerobic classes, yoga, a swimming pool, and personal training sessions.

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MSU athletic teams compete in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics and they are a member of the North Star Athletic Association.

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play naiaFirst-time participants - high school students, transfers from non-NAIA schools, and those who have never partipcated in athletics at an NAIA member school - must register with the online service.

hoW to register

1. Visit www.playnaia.org

2. Create a password-protected account.

3. Fill out your personal registration.

4. Submit your information and learn more

about your opportunities to play NAIA.

5. Check the status of your determination.

When you take the ACT or SAT, be sure to specify the code 9876 to have your test scores sent directly to the NAIA Eligibility Center.

Ask your high school guidance counselor or college registrar to send your official transcript to the NAIA Eligibility Center.

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nd resident $12,941 per yeartuition $4,810 student fees $1,679 rooM & Board $6,452

Mn resident $13,518 per yeartuition $5,387 student fees $1,679 rooM & Board $6,452

Msep & contiguous states/proVinces $14,143 per yeartuition $6,012 student fees $1,679 rooM & Board $6,452

other non-resident (all other canadian provinces included) $15,346 per yeartuition $7,215 student fees $1,679 rooM & Board $6,452

other international students $20,973 per yeartuition $12,842 student fees $1,679 rooM & Board $6,452

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notes These costs are based on current tuition and room/board rates. All costs are subject to change. Mayville State’s academic year consists of two semesters.

room and Board The room and board costs for a double room may vary from $1,948 in a traditional residence hall to $2,922 for modern suites. Board plans vary from a 14-meal plan at cost of $3,100 with $50 in flex dollars to use at the MSU snack bar, to a 10-meal/7-day with $50.00 flex plan at a cost of $2,912 per year. A Residence Hall Association fee of $5 per semester is charged to students living in the residence halls.

tablet pc fees Every Mayville State student is issued their own tablet PC as part of their student fees paid to MSU. The tablet PC is used by the student the entire academic year. It is used daily in classes and the student has 24/7 Internet access on campus.

student fees The state-mandated technology and ConnectND fee and MSU’s student activity fee are included.

application fee First-year students are assessed a one-time $35 fee for applying to MSU.

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Please contact the Enrollment Services office to discuss scholarship and financial aid opportunities in further detail. Residents of North Dakota and Minnesota are eligible for Honor and Leadership Scholarships. Residents of other states and provinces may qualify for Non-Resident Merit Scholarships. All scholarships for new students are based on past academic performance and potential. In addition, the MSU Foundation provides financial support through scholarships that are awarded based on specific criteria. Interested students should complete the scholarship application form available online at www.MayvilleState.edu/ScholarshipApplication.

financialassistancefinancial aidFinancial aid typically is awarded on the basis of financial need. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid must be completed by all students requesting aid from MSU. The information provided on the FAFSA is used to estimate the amount of funding your family is expected to contribute toward the cost of attending MSU.

to pursue financial aid at Msu1. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online at www.fafsa.gov. 2. Complete the application by March 15 to meet MSU’s priority registration date. If the application is processed afterMarch 15, your award could be limited to the financial aid that is available at that time. Be sure to list MSU’s federal schoolcode of 002993 on your application.3. Once the application is processed, MSU will receive your FAFSA information and will make every effort to provide adequate financial assistance.

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adMissionrequireMentsIn order to be considered for admission, freshman applicants must meet the following requirements:

• A 2.0 cuMulatiVe high school grade point aVerage or higher. Freshman applicants with less than a “C” or 2.00 grade point average may be accepted on academic probation. An admissions decision will be made with a sixth or seventh semester high school transcript, whenever possible, with the understanding that a final academic transcript will be submitted upon graduation.

• Complete the act or the sat. This is required of students 24 years of age or younger. While MSU does not require a minimum ACT or SAT score for admission, you must provide official test results.

The North Dakota University System College Preparatory Core Requirements include the following:

• 4 units of english• 3 units of MatheMatics (Algebra I and above)• 3 units of laBoratory science• 3 units of social studies

Graduates of high schools in other states will be admitted upon meeting these same requirements. A limited number of students who have not had the required high school courses may be admitted. Contact the Office of Admissions for further information.

to apply for freshman admission for the upcoming academic year, submit the following:

1. An official high school transcript or proof of successful completion of the GED. Ask your high school to mail an official transcript. If you completed your GED exam, have the official results sent to MSU.

2. A completed university immunization form. For anyone born after 1956, proof of iMMunization against measles, mumps and rubella must be supplied by official documents. Proof of the meningococcal disease (Meningitis) vaccination is required, as well, for students living on-campus.

3. Scores of the act or the sat. This is required of students 24 years of age or younger. (MSU code number is 3212 for ACT and 6478 for SAT.)

4. An official and complete transcript showing any and all courses attempted and grades earned from another college or university.

5. A completed MSU application for adMission.

6. A non-refundable, one-time $35 application fee. No admissions decisions are made until the application fee is received.

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eXtendedlearningpersonal attention Distance class sizes are small, often less than 20 students per class section, so that you can receive personal attention from our experienced instructors.

quality instructors The majority of our distance class instructors are full-time, on-campus instructors. This means you are receiving quality instruction from experienced university instructors.

affordaBle Mayville State offers a high quality education at an affordable distance tuition and fee rate of $275 per semester hour.

For more information on being an online or distance student at Mayville State, please visit MayvilleState.edu.

online and distance prograMsaVailaBle through Msu

Business Administration B.S.Business Administration B.A.S.Business Management A.A.Elementary Education B.S.Ed.Early Childhood B.A.Early Childhood Education B.S.Ed.Early Childhood A.A.Mathematics Education B.S.Ed.Mathematics B.S.Nursing B.S.Special Education B.S.Ed.University Studies B.U.S.

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transfercontinue your education at Msu.if you have attended one or more post-secondary institutions after high school graduation (other than Msu) and want to transfer to Msu, you must be in good academic standing at your previous institution. if you have less than 24 transferable credits, you must also meet the admissions criteria for freshmen applicants. for more information on admissions criteria, visit mayvillestate.edu/transfers.

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MayVilleA friendly, safe and convenient community, Mayville offers everything you would need in a small town setting.

The community of nearly 2,000 residents is an agricultural town that sits in the fertile Red River Valley on the banks of the Goose River. Mayville has four seasons with a variety of activities to keep you busy, including golfing at the 9-hole Mayville Golf Club or going to one of the several parks in town, such as the Mayville Water Park or Island Park. There is also a movie theater and wellness center, and the MayPort Community Center offers space for hockey games and other community events. Mayville is also a quick and easy drive to Fargo or Grand Forks if you are looking for more options for dining, shopping, or entertainment.

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founded in 1881, the city of Mayville is often grouped with the neighboring city of portland, which is only a mile away. the two towns are sometimes given the name May-port.

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neXt steps

schedule a caMpus Visit. Call 1.800.437.4104, ext. 34842or go to MayvilleState.edu.

apply for adMission.We accept applications on a rolling basis throughout the year.

apply for housing.Housing assignments are on a first-come, first-served basis. An annual housing application fee of $25 is required at the time the application is submitted.

apply for financial aid.Directions to apply are included on page 18 of this publication. FAFSA priority deadline is March 15.

register for classes.After being accepted, you will receive information on how to register for classes.

MAYVILLESTATEUNIVERSITY

330 third street ne

Mayville, nd 58257

For undergraduate admissions or for more information on continuing education,

transferring, or returning to college,

call 701.788.4667.

The toll free number is 1.800.437.4104,

ext. 34667.

www.Mayvillestate.edu