Military-to-M State Checklist
Follow our step-by-step checklist to get started at M State.
- Apply for admission
There is no application fee - apply now!
- Submit official transcripts
Contact any other college or university you've attended to request that official transcripts be sent to M State. The M State Records Office will retrieve transcripts from other Minnesota state institutions on your behalf.
Do you have potential exam credit from AP scores, International Baccalaureate, CLEP, or DSST? Request those transcripts as well.
Mail transcripts to:
M State Processing Center
1414 College Way
Fergus Falls, MN 56537Visit Transferring to M State for details.
- Apply for VA education benefits
Whether you are new to VA education benefits or have used them at another college or university, apply for veterans' education benefits at M State now so you're ready by the start of the semester.
- Apply for financial aid
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Applying for financial aid is recommended for all students, even when VA benefits or other military funding may be covering your expenses. Learn more about M State’s financial aid process at Paying for College.
- Consider other funding sources
Benefits? Yes. Financial aid? Yes. More money for college? Definitely! Visit Understanding Financial Aid to learn more.
- After you're admitted to M State
Once admitted to M State, you’ll be directed to:
- Complete placement testing, if needed
- Sign up for an in-person or online registration event