History
Opening its doors on Oct. 7, 1868, Mankato Normal School (officially the second state Normal School), the forerunner of Mankato State, began its first year with 27 pupils. The school operated out of rented quarters at the Methodist Episcopal Church. All students were from Mankato or the immediate area.
Research
Cutting-edge research in state-of-the-art facilities is one of the hallmarks of Minnesota State Mankato. Many of our research programs rival those at major research universities, but in a setting where the focus is on solving real-world problems.
Minnesota State University Mankato Scholarships
Below you will find scholarships related to Minnesota State University Mankato. Distinction can be made between scholarships provided by the University and those provided by independent providers.
Independent provider
Grant
35000 USD
Deadline
31 Jan 2026
Fulbright Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
01 Dec 2025
Latin American Caribbean Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
28 Feb 2026
Zlatko And Joyce Balokovic Scholarship Fund
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Other Scholarships For Graduate Students
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
332500 USD
Deadline
31 May 2026
Study Abroad Graudate Scholarships Of SBS Foundation
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
300000 HKD
Deadline
30 Sep 2025
Sir Edward Youde Memorial Fellowships For Overseas Studies
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
40000 USD
Deadline
30 Sep 2025
Study Abroad Graduate Scholarships of Chungcheongnam-do
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
40000 AUD
Deadline
30 Sep 2025
Veterans’ Fund Indigenous Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
40000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Becas Fulbright - Ampliación De Estudios
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
30000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Baltic American Freedom Foundation Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
30000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
International Education Center's Study Abroad Programs
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
28000 USD
Deadline
01 Dec 2025
Fulbright Program
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
25600 USD
Deadline
01 Jul 2025
Next 100 (Kitas 100)
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
20000 USD
Deadline
04 Mar 2026
Thanks To Scandinavia Grants To Danish Students
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
11000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Dositeja Fund For Young Talents Of Serbia
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
31 Jul 2025
Udaan India Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
31 Jul 2025
MPOWER 追梦永不息 Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Korean American Scholarship Foundation
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Anytime
Belizean Student Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1580 EUR
Deadline
Not specified
The Marietta Blau Grant
Merit-based Need-based
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Housing services
Your housing options at Minnesota State Mankato are extensive. We offer the following types of housing:
Traditional (Crawford, McElroy, and Preska (I Hall) Residence Communities)
Apartments (Stadium Heights)
Semi-Suites (Julia Sears and Preska Residence Communities)
Library services
Library Services supports the curriculum of Minnesota State University, Mankato, by providing students, faculty, and staff with information resources, access to information through traditional and evolving technologies, and instruction in their effective use.
ICT services
Computers and Internet available.
Medical services
Quality and affordable health care is never far away at Minnesota State University, Mankato, and it’s available to every student. An accredited on-site medical clinic with a full-service pharmacy, lab services and health education are all part of Student Health Services.
Campus life
You could do it all right here on campus: live, work, play and thrive. The university's spirit is routinely charged by great art, entertainment, and exciting athletics. Residential life brings students together in beautiful, renovated housing. A diverse campus allows all students to share with and learn from each other. Being a Maverick means all of this—and the unforgettable times you'll make of it.
Sports facilities
Otto Recreation Center offers three basketball/volleyball courts, cardio equipment, weight room, and indoor walking/running track.
Student clubs
Minnesota State University, Mankato is home to 200+ Recognized Student Organizations that enrich campus. Make the most of your Maverick experience!
Accreditation
Minnesota State University, Mankato has been accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) since 1916. HLC accredits degree-granting post-secondary educational institutions in the North Central region of the United States and conducts a full review of accreditation every 10 years.