I often get asked, “Why SCSU?”

With so many good colleges and universities in Minnesota, choosing a secondary education institution may be difficult. I’ve lived in Central Minnesota my entire life and SCSU has always been in my backyard. I’ve always felt fortunate to have a large university right near my home.

When I began my search for graduate education, I started and ended with St. Cloud State University. It felt like there were no other logical options. I sent away my application and crossed my fingers!

I feel very fortunate to be learning at SCSU, and here’s why you should also consider coming to SCSU for your education.

1. Faculty and Staff – The professors (especially in the English department) truly want the best for their students. Never once have I had an email gone unanswered or a request for a meeting denied. SCSU profs are willing to drop what they’re doing to focus on your immediate needs. As someone who has gone through an undergraduate program (not at SCSU) and has been teaching in the public high school sector for six years, the attitudes of these professors are rare. If you’re looking for not only extremely knowledgeable professors, but also professors that are kind, caring, and deeply committed to their students, then SCSU is the right place for you!
2. A personalized curriculum – This is something I wasn’t expecting when I started learning at SCSU. I cannot count the amount of times my curriculum was completely catered to what I wanted. My advisor has been nothing but amazing when it comes to this. He’s willing to petition for substitutions whenever needed or wanted. I’ve had opportunities to take independent studies and partake in internships. SCSU is focused on giving you the education you are truly seeking!
3. Cost – This is definitely an important factor when choosing a university. Part of the reason SCSU was so appealing for my graduate education was lower tuition rate compared to other university’s graduate programs. Because the cost at SCSU is very reasonable, I do not have any loans. I’ve been able to maintain my full-time job while attending school full-time, which has paid all of my tuition bills! The low-tuition at SCSU makes it possible to graduate loan-free, or with few loans, if you put your mind to it! I’m all about finding the best bang for my buck, so to speak, and SCSU definitely offers this as it is a university that offers extremely high-quality education at a reasonable cost!
4. Longstanding History – Maybe it’s just me, but for some reason, I have a higher level of trust for universities that have been around for ages! SCSU was founded in 1869 and stood strong through WWI, the Great Depression, WWII, the Russian influence after Sputnik, the Civil Rights era, and so many other tumultuous times in American history! I trust this school to continue standing strong and to provide me with a high-quality education.
5. Central Minnesota – Now, I know, I’ve lived here my whole life, but St. Cloud and the surrounding communities really do have a lot to offer. Be watching for next week’s blog post that will explain multiple reasons you should receive your education in Central Minnesota!

These are just five reasons why you should consider attending SCSU! Believe me, there are so many more beyond these! If you’re a current/past student, what do you love most about SCSU or the local community?! Comment below!