Schools ACHA Division II and NCAA Division I Saint Cloud State University
ACHA Division II and NCAA Division I · 2025–26 Season

Saint Cloud State University Hockey

Saint Cloud, MN ·Public ·5,088 undergrads
Program Overview

Saint Cloud State University fields 2 hockey programs in Saint Cloud, MN — ACHA Division II and NCAA Division I. The combined 2025–26 roster across all programs totals 27 players. Each program operates independently with its own roster, coaching staff, and schedule.

What sets this roster apart is its international composition — 10 players from outside the United States, representing LAT, Canada, BLR, Finland. That kind of international reach is unusual for programs at this level and speaks to active recruiting or strong word-of-mouth in those markets.

Junior hockey–heavy roster

Over 85% of this roster came through junior hockey circuits. Players here have typically spent one or more seasons in competitive junior programs before choosing college hockey — a meaningful indicator of prior competitive experience.

Transfer-friendly environment

4 players transferred from other college programs. Whether from D1 ACHA, D2, or elsewhere, this program has a track record of integrating players who started somewhere else.

School Profile

Saint Cloud State University at a Glance

Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, most recent cohort.

94.8%
Acceptance Rate
Broadly accessible
1,092
Average SAT Score
Combined reading + math
$21,116
Total Annual Cost
Tuition, room, board & fees
40%
4-Year Graduation Rate
Most recent cohort
$55,813
Median Earnings (10yr)
$47,215 at 6 years
$21,058
Median Graduate Debt
Among graduates who borrowed
$10,245
Tuition (Out-of-State)
22% of students receive Pell grants
5,088
Undergraduate Enrollment
Public institution
Earnings Rankings

Saint Cloud State University Rankings by Major

60 majors ranked in the top 25 by median earnings (4-year, by major). Explore full rankings →

#3
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions
Women's NCAA D1
#4
Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Facilities Management
Men's NCAA D1
#5
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Men's NCAA D1
#5
Communication Disorders Sciences and Services
Women's NCAA D1
#5
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions
Men's NCAA D1
#6
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians
Men's NCAA D1
#6
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Women's NCAA D1
#6
Film/Video and Photographic Arts
Women's NCAA D1
#7
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Women's NCAA D1
#8
Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology
Women's NCAA D1
#8
Communication Disorders Sciences and Services
Men's NCAA D1
#9
Natural Resources Conservation and Research
Women's NCAA D1
#9
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
Men's NCAA D1
#9
Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology
Men's NCAA D1
#9
Public Health
Women's NCAA D1
#10
Special Education and Teaching
Women's NCAA D1
#10
Film/Video and Photographic Arts
Men's NCAA D1
#10
Fine and Studio Arts
Women's NCAA D1
#11
International Relations and National Security Studies
Women's NCAA D1
#12
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
Women's NCAA D1
#12
Computer Engineering
Women's NCAA D1
#12
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Men's NCAA D1
#12
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Women's NCAA D1
#12
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Women's NCAA D1
#13
Natural Resources Conservation and Research
Men's NCAA D1
#13
Special Education and Teaching
Men's NCAA D1
#13
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Men's NCAA D1
#13
Social Work
Women's NCAA D1
#13
International Relations and National Security Studies
Men's NCAA D1
#13
Design and Applied Arts
Women's NCAA D1
#13
Marketing
Women's NCAA D1
#14
Computer Engineering
Men's NCAA D1
#14
Fine and Studio Arts
Men's NCAA D1
#14
Public Health
Men's NCAA D1
#15
Computer Science
Women's NCAA D1
#15
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Women's NCAA D1
#16
Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering
Women's NCAA D1
#16
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Men's NCAA D1
#17
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
Men's NCAA D1
#17
Marketing
Men's NCAA D1
#18
Mechanical Engineering
Women's NCAA D1
#18
Accounting and Related Services
Women's NCAA D1
#19
Social Work
Men's NCAA D1
#19
Sociology
Women's NCAA D1
#20
Communication and Media Studies
Women's NCAA D1
#20
Design and Applied Arts
Men's NCAA D1
#20
Finance and Financial Management Services
Women's NCAA D1
#21
Computer Science
Men's NCAA D1
#23
Communication and Media Studies
Men's NCAA D1
#23
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Men's NCAA D1
#25
Psychology, General
Women's NCAA D1
#25
Sociology
Men's NCAA D1
#25
Accounting and Related Services
Men's NCAA D1
Roster Geography

Where Do Saint Cloud State University Hockey Players Come From?

27 players · 12 states & regions · 2025–26 roster.

MN13 players
ON3 players
AB3 players
CA1 player
MI1 player
MB1 player
NY1 player
CO1 player
CAN7 players
LAT1 player
BLR1 player
FIN1 player

Minnesota leads the pipeline with 13 players (48%), but the international component is notable: 10 players from LAT, Canada, BLR give this roster an unusually broad geographic reach.

Player Pedigree

Where Did These Players Play Before Saint Cloud State University?

Prior league breakdown — a proxy for the competitive level players brought with them.

Junior hockey
23
85%
College transfer
4
15%
Junior hockey

23 players came through competitive junior programs. Junior hockey experience — even at Tier III — represents meaningful development beyond what high school hockey alone provides.

College transfers

4 players transferred from other college programs. The presence of college transfers often indicates a welcoming environment for players looking to change programs without giving up playing.

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Home Ice

Herb Brooks National Hockey Center

St. Cloud, MN · 1 minute from campus

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For Recruits

Is Saint Cloud State University Hockey a Fit for You?

For players prioritizing ice time and program fit over academic selectivity, Saint Cloud State University is accessible — with a 94.8% acceptance rate, admissions is rarely the obstacle. With 2 programs (ACHA Division II and NCAA Division I) and 27 combined players, there are genuine opportunities at multiple competitive levels. Reach out to the specific program that fits your game.