The university started offering online programs back in the year 1973 and since then it has been providing world-class online and distance learning education in 100% online platforms, as well as the hybrid formats. The online programs offered by the university are designed to suit the time and schedule requirements of th
With an acceptance rate of 67%, Bemidji State University (BSU), Bemidji, Minnesota, offers over 65 undergraduate majors and pre-professional programs, 14 graduate programs with the largest majors in Business, Education, Nursing, Science, Technological Studies, Criminal Justice, and Psychology. As well as unique programs in Aquatic Biology, Creative and Electronic Writing, Indian Studies, Marketing Communications, Exhibit Design, Industrial Model-Making, Wilderness Management, and Outdoor Recreation Planning
For more information on admissions please visit their official website or try contacting them using Phone No. 8004752001,
The application process for various programs are as follows:
Admission to the University is open to qualified seniors from approved high schools pending receipt of ACT scores.
Applicants who complete their secondary education through home study, home school, or other programs will be reviewed individually. Submission of ACT scores is required of all applicants currently in high school or students who have completed high school requirements within the last two (2) years.
All high school students are required to complete the Bemidji State University Application, available from the Office of Admissions and Scholarships, and through the Bemidji State University Web site at the official link. The completed application, along with a $20.00 non-refundable application fee
Official high school transcripts should be returned to the BSU Office of Admissions and Scholarships.
All applicants who have been out of high school for less than two years, including home school and General Educational Development examination (GED) applicants are required to submit ACT scores. Students are required to submit official ACT scores for admission. Official ACT scores may be provided electronically from ACT from an official high school transcript or another college or university transcript. Bemidji State University's ACT school code is 2084. Only applicants who have been out of high school for more than two years are not required to submit ACT scores.
All graduate applications should be completed within sixty (60) days of initially applying. Incomplete applications may be terminated. Applicants are required to contact Graduate Studies if there are extenuating circumstances (i.e. bachelor’s degree completion) or an extension is needed.
Applicants are required to review the specific admissions deadlines and special requirements for their desired graduate program. Students completing more than one program will need to meet the requirements for each unique program.
The admission process for various graduate degree programs is slightly different from one another. A few commonly pursued programs are given below, If the applicant’s desired program is not one of these, he/she is requested to visit the master's programs section on their website.
Graduate Application for Admission
Regionally Accredited Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent)
Undergraduate GPA of 2.75 or Better (4.00 scale)
1-2 Page Letter of Intent – “Why you are seeking an MBA?”
Resumé Showing Relevant Professional Experience (Include LinkedIn page if available)
Two Professional Letters of Recommendation
Holds one of the following US Professional Licenses: CPA, CFA, CFP
Has Earned an Accredited Terminal Degree (Ph.D., DBA, MD, JD, MFA, etc.)
A 3.25 Undergraduate GPA in a Regionally Accredited Bachelor’s degree OR
Formula for Determining Passing GMAT Score: GPA x 200 + GMAT = 1050
GMAT/GRE Equivalency Table: Check GRE Scores.
Graduate Application for Admission
Non-refundable application fee of $20
Official transcripts of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
Overall undergraduate GPA: 3.00
Two letters of recommendation from a previous employer/professor
Copy of Teaching license requested (if unavailable please contact BSU)
Why does the applicant want to be in the graduate program?
Applicants must explain their background in education or in their current degree field.
Applicants must note that graduate students enrolled in an online program are not eligible for an I-20 to study within the United States.
If the applicant’s desired program is not one of these, he/she is requested to visit the master's programs section on their official website where applicants can find details of numerous other graduate degree programs.
Completed international student application
Applicants are requested to include all secondary/high schools, colleges, universities, or technical schools they may have attended.
If records are not in English, applicants are requested to include a certified translation.
Proof of English Proficiency
Signed International Student Agreement Form.
Copy of the Name/Identification page of the applicant’s passport.
Authorization to Release Student Information Form.
Completed international student application
International graduate applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, and they should have graduated with a GPA of 2.75 or higher. Please note that admissions requirements vary by department. Graduate applicants seeking an F-1 visa are not eligible to take online programs.
Proof of English Proficiency.
International students currently studying in the United States on an F-1 visa will need to complete an International Transfer Request Form.
International Agreement Form.
There are different requirements for the different majors/skills as mentioned below:
For Undergraduate applicants
TOEFL: 61 (IBT) or 500 (PBT) (BSU’s TOEFL Test Code is 6676)
Duolingo English Test (Online Test): 45
SAT: SAT Reading subscore of 22 or higher
English Language Center at BSU: Successful Completion with Letter of Recommendation from the Director confirming that the student is ready for university-level courses.
Transferring from a U.S. College or University: Minimum of 24 credits of college/university-level work (remedial courses and ESL do not count toward the 24 credits) that includes at least 2 college-level English courses with a B or higher.
Successful Graduation from a U.S. high school: Students must have physically attended classes in the U.S. and must have a minimum GPA of 2.00 or better.
MELAB: 70 with a cover letter from the testing institution.
Pearson (PTE) Academic Test: 44 Only scores accessed via the Score Report website are considered valid.
ELS Educational Services: Completion of course 109 or higher
ACT: 20 or higher
Global Language Institute: Completion of advanced-level courses with faculty member recommendation.
For graduate applicants
TOEFL: 80 on the internet-based test or 550 on the paper-based test
English Language Center – Bemidji: Successful Completion with Letter of Recommendation from the Director confirming that the student is ready for graduate-level courses
ELS Educational Services: Completion of course 109 or higher
Notably, Bemidji State University also considers the SAT scores of the applicants for their admission. It is important for students to note that SAT scores are mandatory in order to be considered for admission at the university.
ACT Range The composite score range which the Institution consistently takes, below which admission should be considered a reach.
Applicants Submitting ACT Percentage of Students submitting ACT Scores.