Program Overview

University Program Information

The university offers various programs for students, including undergraduate and graduate degrees, online degrees, and online certificates.

Academic Programs and Degrees

The university provides a range of academic programs and degrees, including:

• Overview of academic programs
• Graduate programs
• Online degrees
• Online certificates

Admission Criteria

The admission criteria for the university include:

• Undergraduate admission
• Graduate admission
• International admission
• Transfer admission
• Returning students admission
• PSEO admission
• College Now admission
• Online learning and transfer partnerships admission
• Summer term admission
• Mustang Pathway Program admission

Cost and Aid

The cost to attend the university and available aid include:

• Cost to attend SMSU
• Financial aid
• Scholarships

Summer Session

The university offers a summer session with various benefits, including:

• Moving closer to degree completion
• Finishing classes in a shorter time period
• Enjoying smaller class enrollment
• Completing courses that meet MnTC/LEP goals

Summer Course Date Ranges

The summer course date ranges are:

• 9 weeks: May 26 - July 24
• 4.5 weeks: May 26 - June 24
• 4.5 weeks: June 25 - July 24

Information for Current Students

Current students can:

1. Find their courses by searching the summer course list
2. Register for courses through eServices

• Summer course registration window opens on October 30, 2025, at 8:00 AM
• Register early to ensure getting the needed courses
• No advisor registration access code is required for summer registration
• 12 credit maximum
• Guaranteed courses announced on May 11, 2026

Information for Visiting Students

Visiting students can:

1. Apply by submitting a part-time and non-degree seeking admission form
2. Find their courses by searching the summer course list
3. Register for courses through eServices

• 7 credit limit
• Visit the registration office for additional credits
• Summer course registration window opens on October 30, 2025, at 8:00 AM
• Register early to ensure getting the needed courses
• SMSU financial aid is only available to fully admitted, degree-seeking students

RN to BSN Program

The RN to BSN program offers flexible scheduling, allowing students to vary the amount of credits taken each semester. This program is designed to fit into students' lives, whether they want to be full-time or part-time students.