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Mission and Aims

Introduction

Minnesota State University Moorhead is one of seven comprehensive Minnesota State Universities established to provide the citizens of Minnesota access to quality educational programs at moderate cost. Minnesota State University Moorhead’s primary responsibility is to provide baccalaureate programs to residents of northwest and west central Minnesota. Through tuition reciprocity agreements, the University also provides educational services to residents of several regional states and one province.

MnSCU Statement of Purpose

The Minnesota State Colleges and Universities (MnSCU) system is the state’s primary provider of public higher education at the undergraduate level, offering two- and four-year academic and occupational education programs and select master’s degrees. These educational opportunities help prepare students for work, life, and additional education. All MnSCU institutions place major emphasis on service to Minnesota, providing access to quality education to all citizens throughout the state.

                   [Board of Trustees Statement of Purpose, 2/21/96]

MSUM Mission Statement

Minnesota State University Moorhead is a caring community promising all students the opportunity to discover their passions, the rigor to develop intellectually and the versatility to shape a changing world.

MSUM Vision Statement

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