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M State Transfer Pathways

Start your four-year degree in a Transfer Pathway at M State and advance to a Minnesota State college or university with junior-year status. Here's what we offer:

See what our students have to say

Read our students’ stories to see why they recommend M State. 

Haroon Al Hayde

Haroon Al Hayder

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts and Sciences
Education and learning encouraged me to enroll at M State. I chose Liberal Arts and Science as my degree because I wanted to take some inspiring classes like philosophy, leadership, public speaking, religion and humanities.
Tristan Trosvig

Tristan Trosvig

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts and Sciences

After taking PSEO classes during high school, I started my sophomore year at M State in Fergus Falls with all but 22 credits completed. Like most AA students, I dabbled in a bit of everything in terms of subject matter.

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Whether you want to get involved in college or need a little extra help, M State has you covered.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I apply for scholarships?

By filling out a single application, you can apply for dozens of M State scholarships through our two foundations. Remember, scholarships don’t have to be repaid! 

How do I apply for financial aid?

The first step in applying for grants and loans is filling out the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). M State’s school code is 005541. Our financial aid experts are ready to help answer your questions about paying for college

When do fall semester courses begin?

Fall semester begins Monday, Aug. 24.

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