Best Value Finance and Financial Management Services Colleges in Minnesota

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities graduates in Finance and Financial Management Services earn $64,659 annually while paying just $17,139 in net costs, creating one of the strongest return-on-investment profiles in the state. This earning power reflects Minnesota's position as home to major financial institutions including UnitedHealth Group and Target Corporation, both Fortune 500 companies requiring extensive finance expertise. The $53,785 gap between the highest and lowest net costs across Minnesota's 15 programs reveals sharp differences in affordability, with University of Minnesota-Crookston offering the most affordable option at $10,874. Public universities dominate the value equation, claiming 10 of the 15 spots and generally delivering lower debt loads than private alternatives. The Minnesota State Grant system particularly benefits finance students at public institutions, where in-state tuition ranges from $9,490 at Minnesota State University-Mankato to $16,488 at the Twin Cities campus.

Programs

$10,874 – $30,525

Net Price Range

$50,390

Avg. Program Earnings

59.0%

Avg. Graduation Rate

21 Finance and Financial Management Services Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	Program Earnings	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	University of Minnesota-Crookston Crookston, Minnesota	$10,874	$48,849	$13,120	49.7%	57.2%
2	University of Minnesota-Twin Cities Minneapolis, Minnesota	$17,139	$64,659	$16,488	84.8%	74.9%
3	Saint Cloud State University Saint Cloud, Minnesota	$14,485	$43,957	$10,117	46.9%	95.3%
4	Capella University Minneapolis, Minnesota	$18,305	$55,338	$14,436	33.3%
5	Southwest Minnesota State University Marshall, Minnesota	$14,760	$43,798	$10,304	44.1%	91.6%
6	University of Minnesota-Duluth Duluth, Minnesota	$18,464	$53,244	$14,318	64.5%	80.7%
7	Winona State University Winona, Minnesota	$18,148	$51,392	$10,498	60.9%	73.8%
8	Minnesota State University-Mankato Mankato, Minnesota	$18,609	$51,083	$9,490	54.1%	70.7%
9	Rasmussen University-Minnesota St. Cloud, Minnesota	$19,071	$52,107	$10,899	53.2%
10	Minnesota State University Moorhead Moorhead, Minnesota	$17,816	$43,240	$10,336	54.6%	56.6%
11	Saint Mary's University of Minnesota Winona, Minnesota	$21,034	$50,856	$43,160	67.7%	96.8%
12	Metropolitan State University Saint Paul, Minnesota	$19,181	$45,891	$9,780	38.4%	81.7%
13	The College of Saint Scholastica Duluth, Minnesota	$23,949	$50,856	$40,454	63.0%	96.6%
14	Hamline University Saint Paul, Minnesota	$21,385	$44,942	$48,311	57.7%	80.6%
15	Augsburg University Minneapolis, Minnesota	$23,875	$47,729	$43,942	52.4%	76.5%
16	University of St Thomas Saint Paul, Minnesota	$30,525	$58,293	$52,284	75.2%	77.0%
17	North Central University Minneapolis, Minnesota	$23,574		$29,460	63.6%	90.8%
18	University of Northwestern-St Paul Saint Paul, Minnesota	$25,140		$36,830	68.4%	92.5%
19	Concordia University-Saint Paul Saint Paul, Minnesota	$17,566		$25,000	58.8%	69.1%
20	Concordia College at Moorhead Moorhead, Minnesota	$25,651		$30,020	71.8%	65.5%
21	Bethel University Saint Paul, Minnesota	$28,439		$42,930	75.2%	72.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes University of Minnesota-Twin Cities the top earner for finance graduates?

Twin Cities finance graduates earn $64,659 annually, nearly $21,000 more than the state average of $43,240. The campus benefits from proximity to Minneapolis-St. Paul's financial district and major corporations like UnitedHealth Group and Target. With an 84.80% graduation rate and moderate debt of $20,500, students gain access to internships and career opportunities that translate into higher starting salaries.

How do public and private finance programs compare on cost?

Public universities offer significantly better value, with net costs ranging from $10,874 to $19,181 compared to private institutions charging $21,034 to $23,949. In-state students at public schools pay between $9,490 and $16,488 annually. Private schools like Saint Mary's University charge $43,160 in tuition but provide substantial financial aid, reducing net costs to $21,034.

Is University of Minnesota-Crookston worth considering despite lower earnings?

Crookston offers the lowest net cost at $10,874 while graduates earn $48,849, creating solid value despite earning $15,810 less than Twin Cities alumni. The 57.22% acceptance rate provides reasonable admission chances, though the 49.70% graduation rate requires careful consideration. Students graduate with just $12,750 in debt, the second-lowest amount among all programs.

Does graduation rate correlate with program cost in Minnesota finance programs?

Higher-cost programs generally show better graduation rates, with Twin Cities leading at 84.80% and University of Minnesota-Duluth achieving 64.50%. However, Metropolitan State University breaks this pattern with a 38.40% graduation rate despite moderate costs of $19,181. Public universities with graduation rates above 60% include Twin Cities, Duluth, and Winona State at 60.90%.

Where do Minnesota finance graduates find the best job prospects?

The Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area offers the strongest opportunities, with major employers including UnitedHealth Group, Target, and regional banking institutions. Twin Cities graduates earn the highest salaries at $64,659, reflecting the concentration of Fortune 500 companies requiring finance expertise. Duluth graduates earn $53,244 annually, benefiting from the port city's shipping and logistics industries that require financial management professionals.

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