Best colleges for Marketing in Minnesota
Ranked by graduate earnings
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, University of Minnesota-Duluth and University of St Thomas are the top bachelor's Marketing programs in Minnesota by graduate earnings. University of Minnesota-Twin Cities leads with median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary) of $59,609, College Scorecard. University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, Minnesota State University - Mankato and University of St Thomas award the most Marketing degrees in Minnesota: 206, 127 and 121 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 30 Minnesota colleges offer Marketing and award 933 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Marketing program focuses on the principles and practices involved in promoting products and services. It is designed for students interested in understanding market dynamics, consumer behavior, and strategic communication. This…
Top 10 bachelor's programs, ranked by graduate earnings
Ranked by median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard. Programs with fewer than 20 graduates a year, a graduation rate under 30%, or online, degree-completion or graduate-only status rank after the rest.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Minnesota-Twin Cities Minneapolis Public · Bachelor's degree | $59,609 | 206 | 85% | — | $22,750 |
| 2 | University of Minnesota-Duluth Duluth Public · Bachelor's degree | $53,800 | 75 | 65% | — | $25,000 |
| 3 | University of St Thomas Saint Paul Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree | $50,563 | 121 | 76% | $28,888 | $27,000 |
| 4 | North Central University Minneapolis Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree | $49,715 | 21 | 66% | $23,452 | $21,500 |
| 5 | Metropolitan State University Saint Paul Public · Bachelor's degree | $49,439 | 34 | 44% | — | $27,000 |
| 6 | Winona State University Winona Public · Bachelor's degree | $49,340 | 20 | 57% | — | $25,000 |
| 7 | Augsburg University Minneapolis Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree | $47,563 | 32 | 52% | $23,585 | $25,000 |
| 8 | Saint Cloud State University Saint Cloud Public · Bachelor's degree | $47,453 | 53 | 40% | — | $23,450 |
| 9 | Minnesota State University - Mankato Mankato Public · Bachelor's degree | $44,780 | 127 | 54% | — | $25,000 |
| 10 | University of Minnesota-Crookston Crookston Public · Bachelor's degree | $44,555 | 28 | 50% | — | $22,587 |
Top certificate or associate program
Shorter credentials, ranked separately so they are not compared with four-year degrees. Ranked by median earnings one year after completion (often called starting salary), College Scorecard.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rasmussen University - Minnesota St. Cloud Private for-profit · Associate degree Online | $44,293 | 32 | 53% | $19,944 | $27,167 |
Colleges awarding the most Marketing degrees in Minnesota
Top 10 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Certificate and associate programs, online, degree-completion and graduate-only schools, and schools with a graduation rate under 30% are listed in full below.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Starting salary (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Minnesota-Twin Cities Minneapolis Public | 206 | $59,609 |
| 2 | Minnesota State University - Mankato Mankato Public | 127 | $44,780 |
| 3 | University of St Thomas Saint Paul Private not-for-profit | 121 | $50,563 |
| 4 | University of Minnesota-Duluth Duluth Public | 75 | $53,800 |
| 5 | Saint Cloud State University Saint Cloud Public | 53 | $47,453 |
| 6 | Metropolitan State University Saint Paul Public | 34 | $49,439 |
| 7 | Augsburg University Minneapolis Private not-for-profit | 32 | $47,563 |
| 8 | University of Minnesota-Crookston Crookston Public | 28 | $44,555 |
| 9 | North Central University Minneapolis Private not-for-profit | 21 | $49,715 |
| 10 | Century College White Bear Lake Public | 21 | Not reported |
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Career outlook
What this program leads to: Marketing Managers (SOC 11-2021).
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Answers for students comparing Marketing programs in Minnesota.
Which Minnesota colleges award the most Marketing degrees?+
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities (206 graduates a year), Minnesota State University - Mankato (127 graduates a year) and University of St Thomas (121 graduates a year) award the most Marketing degrees in Minnesota, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 30 Minnesota colleges offer Marketing.
What is the best college for Marketing in Minnesota?+
By graduate earnings, University of Minnesota-Twin Cities leads among bachelor's Marketing programs in Minnesota, with median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary) of $59,609, College Scorecard. University of Minnesota-Duluth and University of St Thomas follow. By degrees awarded, University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is the largest, with 206 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25).
Which Marketing program in Minnesota has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, University of Minnesota-Twin Cities tops the list at $59,609. Compare it against graduates a year, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.
How much do Marketing Managers earn in Minnesota?+
The average annual wage for Marketing Managers in Minnesota is $191,820 (median $173,300), across about 8,500 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
What is the focus of the Marketing program?+
The Marketing program focuses on the principles and practices involved in promoting products and services. It is designed for students interested in understanding market dynamics, consumer behavior, and strategic communication. This…
What skills will I develop in this program?+
You will develop critical thinking, active listening, reading comprehension, speaking, and related professional skills.
What is the job outlook for Marketing Managers?+
The national job outlook is about +6.6% growth with around 34,300 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).
What is the typical education requirement?+
A Bachelor's degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).
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