2020 Safest College Campuses in Minnesota

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Bethel University - Minnesota
4 Year
Saint Paul, MN
723 reviews
#1 Safest College Campuses in Minnesota
Junior: I love Bethel! It has been such a life changing place for me! Who I am as a person has been positively impacted much more than just the academic side. I am a student athlete here and it is amazing to see the community of this school! Among all the female athletes there’s a Sunday night bible study where we are able to connect with all different kinds of sports and cheer one another on! The professors are incredible and have invested so much into me and my future as an educator! I’m so thankful that I chose to come to this school!
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A
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71% Acceptance Rate
$27,085 Net Price
1030-1290 SAT Range
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University of Minnesota - Crookston
4 Year
Crookston, MN
160 reviews
#2 Safest College Campuses in Minnesota
Freshman: Minnesota Crookston is a great place to go to school. The faculty is always willing to help, and you receive a great education. If you live on campus, the housing is affordable and very nice. The meals are decent and offer a variety of food options. The school offers many scholarships to help students pay for college. Crookston is a small town, but if you are looking for something to do you for sure can find something! If not, Grand Forks is a quick thirty minute drive away!
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B+
Overall Niche Grade
A
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66% Acceptance Rate
$12,135 Net Price
1000-1180 SAT Range
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Minneapolis College of Art & Design
4 Year
Minneapolis, MN
229 reviews
#3 Safest College Campuses in Minnesota
Sophomore: My experience at this school has been awesome so far. I have learned so much in my first year alone. I enjoy my classes and my professors are great! The dorms are comfortable, quiet, and safe. The surrounding area has a lot to offer. There are many restaurants to choose from. There are always fun school events happening on campus. I only wish that there were more diversity among my peers.
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63% Acceptance Rate
$28,074 Net Price
1030-1220 SAT Range
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University of Northwestern - St. Paul
4 Year
Saint Paul, MN
746 reviews
#4 Safest College Campuses in Minnesota
Sophomore: UNW is very personable and encouraging. They keep Christ at the center of all they do, and truly nurture a spiritual founding with confidence in each of their students. Entering UNW has it's challenges, though, some of which I think they could work on. For example, I was completely unaware of any deadlines for scholarships, in addition to what scholarships were offered by UNW, until months after the deadlines had passed. There was communication of some deadlines, but certainly not all, and this can lead to a lot of distress for students. However, they are very on top of things, very knowledgeable, and I still think that they are doing a top-notch job!
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93% Acceptance Rate
$24,286 Net Price
1050-1250 SAT Range
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Martin Luther College
4 Year
New Ulm, MN
150 reviews
#5 Safest College Campuses in Minnesota
Sophomore: Martin Luther College is truly a home away from home. While there are flaws, as at all schools, I was immediately impressed by the friendly atmosphere, the dedication to education and ministry, and the amazing opportunities offered there. An extensive team of educators and staff work side by side with the students to offer the best possible experience while at school and ensure a bright, steadfast future as pastors, teachers, and staff ministers.
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89% Acceptance Rate
$19,244 Net Price
1080-1250 SAT Range
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Bethany Lutheran College
4 Year
Mankato, MN
214 reviews
#6 Safest College Campuses in Minnesota
Alum: I consider myself very blessed to have been able to attend Bethany. I met fantastic people on campus - some of my dearest friends - and I know Bethany's education really set me up for success. I was able to double major (and minor), study abroad, get a good internship in Mankato, and land a full-time job before I had even graduated (all while participating in numerous extracurricular activities). Every single one of my professors at Bethany knew me by my first name, and I was able to pursue what I loved in so many areas! Bethany may not have all the bells and whistles of larger universities, but it has something way more important: faculty and staff who pour their hearts and souls into their students and go out of their way to serve you. The community at Bethany is super tight-knit and full of passionate learners, and THAT is the finest thing you can find in higher ed. I wouldn't trade my Bethany education for anything.
Read 214 Reviews
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78% Acceptance Rate
$17,546 Net Price
1050-1190 SAT Range
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Southwest Minnesota State University
4 Year
Marshall, MN
303 reviews
#7 Safest College Campuses in Minnesota
Junior: The student:teacher ratio is great! The weather can be brutal at times, but the campus itself is all interconnected.
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60% Acceptance Rate
$14,604 Net Price
860-1030 SAT Range
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Concordia University - St. Paul
4 Year
Saint Paul, MN
326 reviews
#8 Safest College Campuses in Minnesota
Senior: I have not started there yet but am transferring, my school Concordia University Portland shut down without warning in March. Thankfully the nursing program was taken over by Concordia St. Paul as part of a teach out plan, the Concordia St. Paul staff have done an excellent job making the transfer process easy. I'm looking forward to staying on track and graduating from CU-St. Paul. Thank you for taking CU-Portland under your wings!
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97% Acceptance Rate
$18,591 Net Price
920-1110 SAT Range
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Metropolitan State University - Minnesota
4 Year
Saint Paul, MN
446 reviews
#9 Safest College Campuses in Minnesota
Alum: Metro State offers an affordable yet superb education. The programs/courses cater to a diverse range of nontraditional students including students from various cultural backgrounds, current/former military members, students with disabilities, full-time workers, those with children, and students of all ages. The professors exhibit consistent dedication to delivering a high quality, relevant education while simultaneously cultivating students' abilities to think for themselves. Metro State's urban St. Paul location makes it an optimal choice for commuting students. The main St. Paul campus has a clean, fresh, and organized feel with an excellent library. Additionally, a well-executed parking ramp mitigates urban parking difficulties. While sports are not a primary focus for this institution, there are dozens of student groups/activities available. Overall, Metro State is an exceptional institution to obtain a college degree.
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54% Acceptance Rate
$14,900 Net Price
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Dunwoody College of Technology
4 Year
Minneapolis, MN
160 reviews
#10 Safest College Campuses in Minnesota
Sophomore: Dunwoody is a great school for those who did not thrive at a traditional college as like myself. All the staff is really friendly and supportive. They actually take issues like mental health seriously. There are no real dorms, however, they do offer help with housing at a local apartment complex in Minneapolis.
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70% Acceptance Rate
$21,797 Net Price
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Winona State University
4 Year
Winona, MN
880 reviews
#11 Safest College Campuses in Minnesota
Sophomore: While I love WSU, there's a lot that needs to be fixed within the community. The minute you get off-campus there are no lights, nothing keeping you from getting taken or hurt. While all three of the campus housing centers are relatively careful, security can only do so much off campus, and the police only come in the event of a call.

On Main campus there are so many resources available! But not on West or East, you have to come onto main if you want anything done, which I get! Main has all the classrooms, and therefore there will be more resources available because there are more people that stay on Main.
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B+
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66% Acceptance Rate
$16,401 Net Price
1000-1190 SAT Range
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Saint Mary's University of Minnesota
4 Year
Winona, MN
430 reviews
#12 Safest College Campuses in Minnesota
Sophomore: When I began my college search, one thing that was my top priority was finding a school that cared about their student's success, and needs. After my search, I found that Saint Mary's University of Minnesota was the school for me. The small tight-knit community allows the students and faculty to stay connected which is something that I need. One thing that was a bonus for me was that my school has a Student Success Center, which means that if you do encounter some academic troubles, you can seek help from academic advisors that can give solutions for your academic problems.
Being around my peers, they allow me to be myself and they allow me to have fun!
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91% Acceptance Rate
$21,370 Net Price
1030-1240 SAT Range
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St. Catherine University
4 Year
Saint Paul, MN
922 reviews
#13 Safest College Campuses in Minnesota
Junior: I transferred to St. Catherine University from a community college. I was feeling very stagnant at the first school I attended- like I didn't care to be there and they didn't care to help me succeed. After my very first meeting with a counselor at St. Kate's, I felt so much better. I was hesitant to even consider St. Kate's, due to the cost, but my counselor made me feel so welcome and provided me with so many helpful resources- the total opposite of my previous school. I absolutely love St. Kate's. Transferring there is one of the best decisions I've ever made. I love that they empower women, I was provided with a degree evaluation/ plan within a few hours of walking into the school, I feel very safe there, I've met many friends, and now I'm much more excited to go to school every day!
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73% Acceptance Rate
$20,157 Net Price
1120-1260 SAT Range
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Minnesota State University Moorhead
4 Year
Moorhead, MN
736 reviews
#14 Safest College Campuses in Minnesota
Freshman: I like Minnesota State University Moorhead because they offers in-state tuition to all student. They have an average class size of 24 with 17:1 student -faculty ratio which helps facilitate one on one interactions with professors. Taking about facilities, MSUM has one of the best State-of-the-art facilities Langseth Hall and Hagen Hall which are modern facilities providing experiential, student-centered learning in interesting spaces that are devoted to research and discovery. In addition to outstanding labs on campus, you can learn and do research at a field station at the MSUM Regional Science Center.
Furthermore, faculty-mentored research is the hallmark of the Biosciences department. Faculty and student collaborators regularly publish in academic peer-reviewed journals and present at regional and national conferences. Faculty and student researchers meet regularly to discuss research. These are but a few reasons why I like Minnesota State University Moorhead.
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60% Acceptance Rate
$16,397 Net Price
920-1190 SAT Range
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University of Minnesota - Morris
4 Year
Morris, MN
422 reviews
#15 Safest College Campuses in Minnesota
Freshman: Student Activities and events at Morris provide an incredible opportunity for students to get engaged with their peers and life on campus beyond the classroom. The staff, instructors and my fellow students are all amazing.
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63% Acceptance Rate
$11,403 Net Price
1080-1350 SAT Range
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Gustavus Adolphus College
4 Year
Saint Peter, MN
824 reviews
#16 Safest College Campuses in Minnesota
Senior: Gustavus has been my home for the past four years. And like any home, it wasn't perfect but I always felt like I was loved and belonged here. This school provides students the opportunity to explore their interests and make genuine connections with their peers and professors. There is not one internship, research experience, or post-grad opportunity that I did not obtain without the help of a professor or staff member. Gustavus gives back to you what you put in and then some. As I mentioned, not everything is perfect and I am well aware of that. But I am proud to be at an institution that consistently asks what it can do to be better, and then goes a step further to make action plans to incite progress that was talked about. I wouldn't trade the experience of being a Gustie for anything, it has shaped my world view and pushed me to be the best version of myself. Go Gusties!
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66% Acceptance Rate
$23,906 Net Price
1080-1340 SAT Range
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The College of St. Scholastica
4 Year
Duluth, MN
528 reviews
#17 Safest College Campuses in Minnesota
Freshman: The professors at this college are fantastic! They honestly care about your education, but above that they care about your well being and how you are going to leave the school. They want their alumni to leave campus a better person and create an impact on the world wherever they go.
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B
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B
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66% Acceptance Rate
$24,007 Net Price
1050-1270 SAT Range
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St. Olaf College
4 Year
Northfield, MN
718 reviews
#18 Safest College Campuses in Minnesota
Freshman: For a lot of prospective students, the religious affiliation of this school puts them off, and I can say that I was skeptical about it myself, however, while the school is affiliated with the Lutheran Church it isn't overtly religious or forced onto you. The college is quite liberal and welcoming of students from different backgrounds and identities including LGBTQ+ students and other religions. Another thing that I have been pleasantly surprised with is downtown Northfield. To outsiders, it seems way too small and dreary when actually it's quite the contrary. There are the most wonderful quaint cafes and shops downtown that make for a nice break from academics or Saturday brunch with friends- my favorite cafe is "Goodbye Blue Monday". Being a vibrant college town, the social and party scene isn't limited or boring EVER because Carleton College is just across the river and the students from the two colleges get along well and have joint events.
Read 718 Reviews
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50% Acceptance Rate
$26,894 Net Price
1190-1410 SAT Range
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North Central University
4 Year
Minneapolis, MN
582 reviews
#19 Safest College Campuses in Minnesota
Senior: Love the profs. They honestly care. And they really want you to publish. Plus Elliot Park is an incredible place to live and play. Restaurants, art galleries, parks, concerts—everything is at the doorstep. Including internships!

Love the profs. They honestly care. And they really want you to publish. Plus Elliot Park is an incredible place to live and play. Restaurants, art galleries, parks, concerts—everything is at the doorstep. Including internships!
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90% Acceptance Rate
$21,598 Net Price
1030-1210 SAT Range
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Concordia College
4 Year
Moorhead, MN
748 reviews
#20 Safest College Campuses in Minnesota
Junior: Concordia College is such a special community. The network between prospective students, current students, alumni, and faculty is so strong and supportive. Because it is a private school, students have access to excellent resources and teaching. As a small school, it is hard to individuals to disappear into the mass. The professors care about you individually and will help you reach success. Concordia excels in many areas: music, science, business, english, you name it! It is a fun school in which students form meaningful, lifelong relationships and are prepared to positively influence the affairs of the world.
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61% Acceptance Rate
$23,109 Net Price
1080-1370 SAT Range
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Carleton College
4 Year
Northfield, MN
492 reviews
#21 Safest College Campuses in Minnesota
Sophomore: Carleton has wonderful faculty and their selling point would definitely be the academics. Carleton is also very generous with giving financial aid to students, which has helped me tremendously. Although it is secluded in a small town, I find this to be very good for my safety (honestly, you'll probably be too busy being on campus to even want to go to the cities). I think the dorms are above average for a lot of colleges in America. I've visited many, and Carleton's "worst dorm" (which I lived in) was very nice. Overall, great school! Can't wait to finish my degree.
Read 492 Reviews
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20% Acceptance Rate
$32,336 Net Price
1350-1530 SAT Range
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Minnesota State University, Mankato
4 Year
Mankato, MN
1,118 reviews
Senior: The best thing about MNSU is that you learn a lot , there are a lot of opportunities to expand your knowledge both in class and outside class, the school tries as much as possible to provide entertainment for students through student activities, and so you never get bored. There is also great help from the career development center where they helped me write my first resume. Through machine, I was hired by a hospital at the beginning of my senior year.Also during winter time, you don’t need to walk outside buildings . Most are connected and warm. In the summer there is a bike rental program where the school rents out bikes to students which is nice. And also the parties are too good! You have a blast . The only downside is that cops bust most of the parties. But MNSU is an ultimate college experience.
Read 1,118 Reviews
B
Overall Niche Grade
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61% Acceptance Rate
$14,519 Net Price
886-1106 SAT Range
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University of St. Thomas - Minnesota
4 Year
Saint Paul, MN
1,154 reviews
Sophomore: I transferred to the University of St Thomas this year as a sophomore, and I've loved every minute of it! The small campus is extremely homey, and it's nice to have the dorms in walking distance of the classroom buildings. The student center is the perfect place to study, hangout with friends or grab a bite to eat. My professors have all been extremely helpful and care about how I'm doing, not only regarding academics. There's also so many different clubs and activities to get involved with! The dorms are not as good as they should be. There's tape on the walls, skid marks, paint chips, etc. The rooms are spacious and the furniture is taken care of, but the rooms themselves aren't very good.
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80% Acceptance Rate
$30,183 Net Price
1130-1380 SAT Range
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Macalester College
4 Year
Saint Paul, MN
416 reviews
Sophomore: Macalester was an excellent choice for me. I am from California and was looking for a small liberal arts school with strong academics, a diverse community, a suburban/urban location and the opportunity to play DIII sports. The highlights of my Mac experience have included great access to professors in challenging classes, finding an amazing group of friends from all over the world, ready access to explore opportunities in the twin cities, a well balanced and supportive environment for student-athletes, and an engaged and welcoming community. I highly recommend Mac!
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41% Acceptance Rate
$29,013 Net Price
1310-1500 SAT Range
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Augsburg University
4 Year
Minneapolis, MN
564 reviews
Freshman: I'm currently a first year at Augsburg and haven't necessary explored every corner of the campus. I am aware of many of their positive opportunities which is something you can learn in a simple tour of the school. Its a really comfortable atmosphere. There's a large range of diversity so I doesn't feel like another year in your typical high school. The professors are really open-minded and flexible. The only reason I'm giving this university four stars is because I haven't had a first hand experience with their many opportunities and clubs however, I am proud to say that I'm an Agguie!
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B
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B-
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69% Acceptance Rate
$24,608 Net Price
1170-1320 SAT Range
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South University - Virginia Beach
4 Year
Virginia Beach, VA
110 reviews
Alum: I attended SU Virginia Beach for my graduate degree. The Admissions team was professional and supportive. The faculty and support staff were always available to assist me. Graduation was great!
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C+
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100% Acceptance Rate
$21,961 Net Price
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Gustavus Adolphus College
4 Year
Saint Peter, MN
824 reviews
Senior: Gustavus has been my home for the past four years. And like any home, it wasn't perfect but I always felt like I was loved and belonged here. This school provides students the opportunity to explore their interests and make genuine connections with their peers and professors. There is not one internship, research experience, or post-grad opportunity that I did not obtain without the help of a professor or staff member. Gustavus gives back to you what you put in and then some. As I mentioned, not everything is perfect and I am well aware of that. But I am proud to be at an institution that consistently asks what it can do to be better, and then goes a step further to make action plans to incite progress that was talked about. I wouldn't trade the experience of being a Gustie for anything, it has shaped my world view and pushed me to be the best version of myself. Go Gusties!
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66% Acceptance Rate
$23,906 Net Price
1080-1340 SAT Range
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Bridgewater College
4 Year
Bridgewater, VA
416 reviews
Senior: My experience at BC was worth the investment and much appreciated! I loved the atmosphere and the college truly desires for you to achieve your dreams. As a small college, relationships were important and everyone loved to talk about anything. Everyone is very helpful on campus. It did not have the best buildings or food but it makes up for it through the ability to feel at home. Thank you!
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66% Acceptance Rate
$20,395 Net Price
980-1170 SAT Range
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Bethel University - Minnesota

University of Minnesota - Crookston

Minneapolis College of Art & Design

University of Northwestern - St. Paul

Martin Luther College

Bethany Lutheran College

Southwest Minnesota State University

Concordia University - St. Paul

Metropolitan State University - Minnesota

Dunwoody College of Technology

Winona State University

Saint Mary's University of Minnesota

St. Catherine University

Minnesota State University Moorhead

University of Minnesota - Morris

Gustavus Adolphus College

The College of St. Scholastica

St. Olaf College

North Central University

Concordia College

Carleton College

Minnesota State University, Mankato

University of St. Thomas - Minnesota

Macalester College

Augsburg University

South University - Virginia Beach

Gustavus Adolphus College

Bridgewater College