Is Winona State University worth it?
Winona State University is a public, four-year institution in Winona, Minnesota (small town). It awarded 1,556 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in registered nursing, social work and elementary education and teaching.
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Federal context for Winona State University
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Median earnings 1 year after
$47,975
Median earnings 4 years after
$60,533
Median earnings 10 years after
$58,532
Average net price
$17,503
Completion rate
57%
Completions (2024)
1,556
Years to pay back
1.2 years
Students (undergrad)
5,144
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Bachelor's | $75,313 | $80,117 | 352 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Bachelor's | $42,519 | $46,863 | 217 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $47,097 | $61,878 | 206 |
| Social Work | Bachelor's | $44,546 | $54,056 | 109 |
| Communication and Media Studies | Bachelor's | $38,197 | $53,456 | 96 |
| Marketing | Bachelor's | $49,340 | $70,203 | 85 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $37,673 | $49,361 | 77 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | Bachelor's | $44,002 | $48,767 | 76 |
| Computer Science | Bachelor's | $65,817 | $88,164 | 70 |
| Accounting and Related Services | Bachelor's | $55,898 | $72,768 | 68 |
| Human Resources Management and Services | Bachelor's | $50,241 | $65,501 | 66 |
| Biology, General | Bachelor's | $38,666 | $57,528 | 65 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | Bachelor's | $41,742 | $63,303 | 64 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Bachelor's | $48,861 | $62,220 | 58 |
| Special Education and Teaching | Bachelor's | $46,697 | $49,824 | 51 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Bachelor's | 213 |
| Elementary Education and Teaching | Bachelor's | 112 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Bachelor's | 102 |
| Social Work | Bachelor's | 70 |
| Exercise Science and Kinesiology | Bachelor's | 69 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 67 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 61 |
| Social Work | Master's | 58 |
| Computer Science | Bachelor's | 42 |
| Mass Communication/Media Studies | Bachelor's | 40 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 35% | 7,695 |
| Educational Services | 18% | 3,969 |
| Retail Trade | 7% | 1,529 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 6% | 1,267 |
| Manufacturing | 6% | 1,253 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 4% | 935 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 4% | 885 |
| Public Administration | 4% | 852 |
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Sources: federal figures for Winona State University. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Minnesota. Counts under 10 are not published.
Updated September 18, 2026 · Methodology · Report a problem with this page