Bemidji State University

10 Interesting Facts about Bemidji State University

1. Bemidji State University was founded in 1919 as Bemidji State Normal School. It was originally established to train teachers.
2. The university is situated in Bemidji, a city in northern Minnesota known for its natural beauty and proximity to the famous Lake Bemidji.
3. BSU offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs in various fields, including liberal arts, education, business, health sciences, and environmental studies.
4. As of my last knowledge update in September 2021, Bemidji State University had an enrollment of around 5,000 students, including undergraduate and graduate students.
5. The campus of Bemidji State University is located on land ceded to the United States government by the Ojibwe people through the Treaty of 1863. The university acknowledges and respects the significance of this history.
6. BSU is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive campus community. It values and celebrates the contributions of individuals from different backgrounds and experiences.
7. The university is known for its programs in natural resources, including environmental studies and outdoor programs. Its location in northern Minnesota provides unique opportunities for hands-on learning in these areas.
8. The campus includes modern facilities such as libraries, laboratories, art studios, and athletic facilities. It also features the Hobson Memorial Union and the American Indian Resource Center.
9. Bemidji State University competes in NCAA Division II athletics. The university’s teams are known as the Beavers and they compete in the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference.
10. BSU places a significant emphasis on community engagement, service learning, and experiential education. It encourages students to get involved in community service and internships.

Admissions

Tuition & Fee

Estimated Per-Semester Costs

        2023-24 Academic Year

All Program

Accounting

Majors
Accounting, B.S.
Minors
Accounting
Fraud Examination
Certificates
Accounting Systems and Analytics
Fraud Examination

Applied Public Policy

Minors
Applied Public Policy

Art & Design

Majors
Art: New Studio Practice, B.F.A. 3-D Arts Emphasis
Art: New Studio Practice, B.F.A. Illustration Emphasis
Technology, Art and Design, B.S. Creativity & Innovation Emphasis
Technology, Art and Design, B.S. Event Planning & Project Management Emphasis
Technology, Art and Design, B.S. Exhibit & Experience Design Emphasis
Technology, Art and Design, B.S. Digital Illustration & Animation Emphasis
Technology, Art and Design, B.S. Graphic Design Emphasis
Technology, Art and Design, B.S. Interactive Multimedia Design Emphasis
Technology, Art and Design, B.S. Prototype Engineering & Model Making Emphasis

Minors
Art
Design
Event Design
Event Planning
Interactive Multimedia Design
Maker Space Technology
Technology, Art & Design

Certificates
2-D Art & Design Technology
3-D Art & Design Technology
Educational Technology
Maker Space Technology
Making Money As A Maker

Biology

Majors
Aquatic Biology, B.S. Wetlands Ecology Emphasis
Aquatic Biology, B.S. Fisheries Biology Emphasis
Aquatic Biology, B.S. Aquatic Systems Emphasis
Biochemistry, Cellular and Molecular Biology, B.S. Biochemistry Emphasis
Biochemistry, Cellular and Molecular Biology, B.S. Cellular and Molecular Emphasis
Biology, B.A.
Biology, B.S. Medical Sciences Emphasis (Optional)
Biology, B.S.
Medical Laboratory Science, B.S. (3 + 1 Option)
Medical Laboratory Science, B.S. (4 + 1 Option)
Science Education, B.S. Life Science Specialty (Teacher Licensure)
Wildlife Biology, B.S.

Minors
Aquatic Systems
Biology
Fisheries Biology
Wetlands Ecology
Wildlife Biology

Business Administration

Majors
Business Administration, B.S. Human Resources Management Emphasis
Business Administration, B.S. Marketing Emphasis
Business Administration, B.S. Finance Emphasis
Business Administration, B.S. Entrepreneurship Emphasis
Business Administration, B.S. Indigenous Business
Business Administration. B.S. Indigenous Nations and Marketing Emphasis
Business Administration, B.S. Management Emphasis
Computer Information Systems, B.S.
Marketing Communication, B.S.

Minors
Business Administration
Management Information Systems

Chemistry

Majors
Biochemistry, Cellular and Molecular Biology, B.S. Biochemistry Emphasis
Biochemistry, Cellular and Molecular Biology, B.S. Cellular and Molecular Emphasis
Chemistry, B.A.
Chemistry, B.S. Chemistry Emphasis
Chemistry, B.S. Biochemistry/ Biotechnology Emphasis
Chemistry, B.S. Criminalistics Emphasis
Chemistry, B.S. Environmental Chemistry Emphasis
Science Education, B.S. Chemistry Specialty (Teacher Licensure)

Minors
Chemistry

Communication Studies

Majors
Communication Studies, B.A.
Minors
Communication Studies

Criminal Justice

Majors
Criminal Justice, B.S. Police Science Emphasis
Criminal Justice, B.S. Tribal Justice Emphasis
Criminal Justice, B.S. Corrections Emphasis

Minors
Criminal Justice

Certificates
Minnesota Peace Officer Certificate

Computer Science

Majors
Computer Information Systems, B.S.
Computer Science, B.S.

Minors
Computer Science

Technology, Art & Design

Majors
Applied Engineering, B.A.S.
Applied Management, B.A.S.
Art: New Studio Practice, B.F.A. 3-D Arts Emphasis
Art: New Studio Practice, B.F.A. Illustration Emphasis
Engineering Technology, B.S.
Project Management, B.S. Construction and Facility Management Emphasis
Project Management, B.S. Operations Management Emphasis
Project Management, B.S. Product Development Emphasis
Technology, Art and Design, B.S. Exhibit & Experience Design Emphasis
Technology, Art and Design, B.S. Event Planning & Project Management Emphasis
Technology, Art and Design, B.S. Creativity & Innovation Emphasis
Technology, Art and Design, B.S. Prototype Engineering & Model Making Emphasis
Technology, Art and Design, B.S. Interactive Multimedia Design Emphasis
Technology, Art and Design, B.S. Graphic Design Emphasis
Technology, Art and Design, B.S. Digital Illustration & Animation Emphasis

Minors
Art
Design
Engineering Technology
Event Design
Event Planning
Interactive Multimedia Design
Maker Space Technology
Project Management
Technology, Art & Design

Certificates
2-D Art & Design Technology
3-D Art & Design Technology
Educational Technology
Lean Six Sigma
Maker Space Technology
Making Money As A Maker
Technology Manager

Professional Education
Majors
Elementary Education, B.S. Pre-Primary Endorsement (Teacher Licensure)
Elementary Education, B.S. Social Studies Endorsement (Teacher Licensure)
Elementary Education, B.S. Communication Arts & Literature Endorsement (Teacher Licensure)
Elementary Education, B.S. Science Endorsement (Teacher Licensure)
Elementary Education, B.S. (Teacher Licensure)
Elementary Education, B.S. Mathematics Endorsement (Teacher Licensure)
English Education, B.S. (Teacher Licensure)
Health Education. B.S. (Teacher Licensure)
Mathematics Education, B.S. (Teacher Licensure)
Music Education, B.S. Vocal/Classroom K-12 Specialization (Teacher Licensure)
Music Education, B.S. Instrumental/Classroom K-12 Specialization (Teacher Licensure)
Physical Education, B.S. (Teacher Licensure)
Science Education, B.S. Life Science Specialty (Teacher Licensure)
Science Education, B.S. Chemistry Specialty (Teacher Licensure)
Science Education, B.S. Physics Specialty (Teacher Licensure)
Science Education, B.S. Earth and Space Science Specialty (Teacher Licensure)
Social Studies Education, B.S. (Teacher Licensure)

Minors
Early Childhood Studies

Pre-Professional Study

Pre-Chiropractic
Pre-Dentistry
Pre-Engineering
Pre-Law
Pre-Medicine
Pre-Mortuary Science
Pre-Occupational Therapy
Pre-Optometry
Pre-Osteopathic Medicine
Pre-Pharmacy
Pre-Physical Therapy
Pre-Physician Assistant
Pre-Podiatric Medicine
Pre-Veterinary Medicine

Mathematics

Majors
Elementary Education, B.S. Mathematics Endorsement (Teacher Licensure)
Mathematics Education, B.S. (Teacher Licensure)
Mathematics, B.S. Actuarial Emphasis
Mathematics, B.S. Applied Emphasis
Mathematics, B.S. General Emphasis

Minors
Mathematics

Students

Full-Time Enrollment

2,550 Undergrads

Part-Time Undergrads

1,327