Saint Cloud State University Top Questions

Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

Ellen

St. Cloud State University is unique because they have a wide range of majors and study abroad programs. They really allow you to grow further in your future career by allowing you different minors as well as the study abroad programs. I also love the location. St. Cloud State is in a big city, but not too big and you can always get around easily with the bus routes. In this location it is great to go to all of the fun local events.

Leauna

Saint Cloud State University is one of the cheapest Universities in the country. With that being said that does not refelect the education you receive there. Alot would assume cheap is interchangable with poor education. Well that is completely wrong. Saint Cloud offers numerous studying abroad programs all over the world. You name a place SCSU has it. Saint Cloud gives many students a fair chance to a great education.

Ashley

It is really close to a downtown area, with the campus still being small. It is out of the cities without the feel of being isolated, and everyone that attends the campus usually are very helpful and friendly.

Tou

My school, while being the 2nd biggest in Minnesota, is actually smaller and easy to get around. It is very friendly to all guest and has many cultural nights happening all year round. It promotes cultural diversity and has many offers for minorities. People are kind and will also show you resources you can use to your benefits as well. People never hang around their racial ethnicity only, they like to hang around all sorts. The study abroad program makes it an even better experience.

Ka

The program that St Cloud State university has. I'm in a Program called HSO (Hmong Student Organization) Student culture, make you expand more through understanding diversity. Also, the library at St Cloud State, has a various range of materials that can help with your studies and is big enough for thousands of students to study.

Megan

The cost, and the financial aid you can get! The people are also very unique and have very different backgrounds.

Alyssa

What is unique about my school is the diversity. Many international students attend St. Cloud and is increasing each year. Also, many students are friendly as well.

Dustin

Saint Cloud State University is unique in that it is very diverse. Almost every weekend there is a cultural night which is run by student organizations that promote cultural awareness and provide food and entertainment. This is very fun for people like me who love to travel, but don't have neither the time nor money to do so. Plus it provides a taste of unique food and a place to meet some wonderful people.

Alvaro

The unique thing about this school is the way people help each other and work as a team to reach their goals. This school is very close and friendly but when it comes to school everyone seems to take a little bit more responsibility and buckle down.

Kamira

The fact that there is such a diverse community within a community. St Cloud has been be a mostly Caucasian community, but having a diverse school in this city has helped the community become more open and accepting of other cultures.

Erica

The campus is smaller and more personalized. There are buiness networking opportunities because companies work with St Cloud State Univeristy buisness majors.

Megan

I really liked the fact that SCSU provides me with a community experience on campus, but it is surrounded by the larger community of the St.Cloud area. There is always something to keep me busy.

Jasmine

It's a very uniqe and divers.

Tahiro

Well there are a couple things that are very unique but I’ll just name the important ones. The first and one of my favorites is diversity. The reason that's my favorite is because many people have issues fitting in and whom they belong to. Well that brings me to the second unique thing about my school which is the clubs. They are great very educational and fun. That's where people meet each other and find out exactly where they fit. Well basically i love how there is a place for everyone at Central Senior High School.

Kayla

There are a lot of diverse cultural events to attend on weekends and you can learn a lot from them about the different cultures of students that are attending your school.

Amber

This year I was considered a transfer student because I attended Bemidji State University for the 2010-2011 academic school year. I find Saint Cloud State University unique compared to Bemidji State University because St. Cloud has about twice as many students attending full-time. I am from a small town in Minnesota, and wanted to experience something different. It is also unique in that they have an excellent teaching program compared to Bemidji, and I am looking forward to someday be a teacher. This is what I found uniquite about Saint Cloud State Univery.

kwaku

My school is in a great community with very friendly people. The professors are also very kind and helpful in anyway possible.

Molly

I believe that Saint Cloud State University is a very diverse college. There are many opportunities for all ethnicities and races to be involved in. I also very much appreciate all of the clubs offered here. I participated in two different clubs: The Nursing Club and Medical Professions Club.

Tiffany

What's unique about Saint Cloud State University compared to the other schools I considered is the fact that there is a large variety of racial and ethnic backgrounds found in both the teachers and students. Also there is a variety of experiences on campus that allow you to see what other ethnicities are like, such as their traditions and foods. I found Saint Cloud State unique because of the closeness to everything in the city and the free bussing that students have.

Laura

What I though was unique about my school is that I think it is very diverse in cultures. I transfered to St. Cloud State University my second year of college I noticed the difference between colleges just by how much more diverse SCSU was compared to the other college. I felt I learned more about the different cultures just by talking with different people because I wasn't familiar with their culture.

Yvonne

One thing unique about my school is that, you fill right are home once you come here. Everyone is so friendly and welcoming. People are always willing to help you if you need help. Also, there is some really good food in St. Cloud State University. The teachers are very understanding and very willing to help their students. It is a very diverse school with people from different background/races.

Joan

The professors at St. Cloud State University want the students to learn, so they make it a priority to explain things in depth. The professors expect you to do your part in return with hard work and dedication. I found the professors to be easily approachable. The chemistry professors will hold additional classes for students who need additional help which is rare at other universities. Small classes equals a better learning environment. St. Cloud State University has lower tuition rates compared to other universities near my home and the education is as good or better.

Oumaraingsey

To be honest, Saint Cloud State is more affordable than the other schools I've considered, however, now that I'm actually attending it, I feel that I made the right decisions because the education and friendships I found here wouldn't be found any other places.

Cassidy

The campus is nice and compact with a nice centrlly located green space. It only takes about 5 minutes to walk across campus. All of the building and School related keeping you classes generally located all together. The bus system travels all around the city making it very easy to get across town if you don't have a car and is free to students. There are many different clubs and activities you can do with other students.

Michelle

I really like how open and willing everyone is to help people out. There really isnt anyting very unique that i noticed about Saint Cloud State University that other schools wouldn't have. I do like how the set up of hour builidng are and how some buildings are connected so you don't have to go outside in the winter time.

Dustin

Some things unique about Saint Cloud State University is the available majors and minors as well as the size and campus. SCSU has a very large selection of majors and is uniquely focused in specific areas such as business majors where they have been accredidted for 30 years. The campus is farily large in student numbers but small enough in campus size allowing ample time to arrive to class on time. Also SCSU strives to meet every students needs.

Kathryn

When looking at different schools, for me the most important aspects were the size of the campus and what the dorms looked liked. At least, that was the case until i visited St. Cloud State. Other schools I had looked at did have some really nice dorms, and I was sure that picking my school was going to be a very tough decision. Once I visited St. Cloud I fell in love with the campus, I felt like I was right at home. I knew this is where I wanted to go.

Katharine

Even though we have a large population of students, it still feels like a small campus. If I meet someone on campus, there is a strong possibility I'll see them again, unlike at large universities. The student population also feels like a family to me. Everyone helps everyone out.

Katherine

The spiritual emphasis on point, and everyone is friendly.

zachary

This school has a wide variety of programs, majors and classes that enhance further learning outside of majors.

Ashley

The most unique thing about this school is the faculty. The faculty are willing and open to communicate with students. Another interesting fact is the on-campus activities they offer. There are always speakers or services in all different areas happening. This is an easy way to get involved with the college. Another luxury would be the childcare center on campus.

Jessica

There are so many unique things about SCSU! The campus is the perfect size in the perfect city. There are plenty of jobs and volunteer opportunities in the community , and there are many ways to get involved such as intramural sports, clubs and organizations, and even things that require less long term commitment such as study groups!

Jessica

Although I did not visit very many schools before I came here, I notice a lot of great attributes that my school has. The workers are the most friendliest people I have met. I believe they brighten students days just because they are happy. Happiness is contageous and I believe there are a majority of people at St. Cloud State that love to spread a good time. When people are down, your sure to find another helping them up. St. Cloud State is very friendly enviroment. Every place has their rotten eggs, but most of them are good.

Mike

This school is very diverse.

Hannah

This was the only public school I considered and I loved that I came here. The international students bring in many different perspectives and the professors I have had want you to do well. We have many sporting events, art events, culture events to fit any one tastes. Definitely a university that stands out with the low cost.

Anthony

St Cloud State University is a school with much diversity. Many other schools I have seen were of white majority. My major, computer science, relies that I am able to converse with a wide variety of people. This school is a place to start developing professional relationships with other students, professors, facility and the community.

Emily

SCSU has a wonderful campus and is very accessable to the business area of St. Cloud. It has a very home like feeling and everyone is very friendly. SCSU makes freshmen students feel welcome. The campus is very clean and easy to find your way around. I like the professors and staff, they all seem to want you to do well and seem concerned about your welfare. Transitioning from a small high school to a large college was a huge concern for me, but because everyone is so welcoming I really feel I belong here.

Ashley

One thing that I think makes my University unique would be the size. It's a small campus with the same education as the big ones. I'll still get the same education and get the attention I need.

Beth

The diversity of SCSU is incredible. I love seeing different cultures and hearing different languages while still having a great sense of St. Cloud being home.

MacKenzie

St. Cloud State University is a very diverse campus, students come from several different backgrounds. This university requires a Respect and Responsibility class for all incoming freshmen. These classes are to help students coexist with people different from them. The most admired quality about St. Cloud is the peaceful way everyone can learn from their fellow students, about lessons outside the classrooms. I learn new information every day I attend classes at this university, I enjoy my entire experience very much.

Cheryl

St. Cloud State University employs faculty that care about their students. They take time to personally get to know the students in their classes and take a genuine interests in them. Students at SCSU are not just a number they are a face with a name and an individual personality. The faculty at SCSU recongizes this and that is why they stand out in compared to other universities.

Ashley

The one thing that stood out about this school is that it is extremely excepting. SCSU is a school that believes in diversity and can introduce a student so many different ways of life and things to do. This is a school that has a club for everyone and an activity for every occassion.

Shannon

There is many international programs going on every semester, and the different groups and organizations are very unique, not every school has that good of an opinion about internaational people

Makenzie

The campus is small enough for students to easily be able to get from building to building in a short amount of time, but there are enough people that attend the school that it doesnt have the draw backs of a small university. The student body is very diverse, and there are many clubs and activities to get involved with new cultures and meet new people.

Abdi

St.cloud state university is unique school.This school is close to my home,has good enviroment for students; and tranportation services and as well it offers the major of my dream (community health).in addition to that entire school community is freindly and passionate.there plenty resources that would aid student succeed both in their thier classroom and outside classroom.All lecturers are helpful and know the material they handle.i therefore advice every new student to join with open hand.

Monique

Saint Cloud State has a really cool rock climbing wall that sets it apart from other schools. It also has lots of different field experience and student teaching experiences.

Loni

St. Cloud State offers a wide variety of majors that sometimes aren't offered at other schools. I live over an hour away from SCSU and wanted to pursue a Criminal Justice major, and it happened to be that SCSU was my closest option.

Elizabeth

There is a lot of diversity among the students, faculty/staff, and community. It offers many different fields to major/minor in. The location is great and there is always lots to do in the area.

Chelsea

Saint Cloud State is different from other schools that I've looked at in terms of location. Some of the other schools that I looked at weren't really in a good areas to get to a mall or to find a part time job. Another unique aspect of this school is that the Campus is together. I say this because I am not having to travel by bus to get to my classes, everything is no more then 5 min away.

Jehana

I find that the location is unique. It offers both the essence of a large school and a small school. It allows me to dip my toes in the waters of learning to "be on my own."