With a 97% employment rate after graduation, Winona State continues to have the #1 student success rate in the Minnesota State system.
This achievement reflects the university’s dedication to preparing students for their careers through personalized support and resources.
“Winona State University has played a role in helping me achieve my goals by providing an environment where I could thrive academically, professionally, and personally,” said Kali Uphus, fall 2024 graduate. “The faculty’s commitment to student success, along with the hands-on learning opportunities, allowed me to develop practical skills and gain real-world experience in the classroom.”
Winona State’s Career Services plays a pivotal role in these outcomes. From mock interviews to internship fairs, Career Services equips students with the tools they need to succeed.
“The career advisors in the Warrior Success Center will provide guidance, feedback, and support,” said DeAnna Goddard, Director of Career Services. “They will review your application documents, practice interviewing with you, help you search for an internship or job, provide you with resources and tools to support your career, and help you navigate through the decision-making process.”
These resources and opportunities highlight the university’s mission to ensure a smooth transition from college to career.
“We have the highest rates of student success among the 37 state colleges and universities in Minnesota, from our graduation rates to our 97 percent job placement rate for our graduates,” said Kenneth Janz, president of Winona State University.
About Winona State University
Founded in 1858, Winona State University is a comprehensive, regional public university with campuses in Winona and Rochester. The oldest member of the Minnesota State system, WSU offers more than 80 undergraduate, pre-professional, licensure, graduate and doctorate programs in five colleges: Business, Education, Liberal Arts, Nursing & Health Sciences, and Science & Engineering.
Winona State is ranked among the Top 40 universities in the Midwest region (U.S. News and World Report, 2022-23) and has been named among the “Best in the Midwest” by The Princeton Review for 20 consecutive years. The University generates $447.9 million in economic impact for the region per year. The university’s mission is to enhance the intellectual, social, cultural and economic vitality of the people and communities it serves: a community of learners improving our world. For more information, visit winona.edu.
