Anoka-Ramsey Community College
About Anoka-Ramsey Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Anoka-Ramsey Community College teaches in the northern suburbs of Minneapolis and sends more than a third of its students on to a four-year college, far more than most. Nursing and allied health are among its largest programs.
Founded
1965
Location
Coon Rapids, Minnesota
Students
4,201
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
30%
Below national average
Tuition
$5,682
Per year
Avg Net Price
$16,434
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$48,342
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
30% complete their degree within three years
Retention
57.9%
Transfer Out
36%
Teaching Quality
25:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
52.6%
$/Student
$6.9K
Class Size
Large
The 30% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$5,682
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance
$21,068
After Financial Aid
$16,434
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$13,788
Receive Grants
20.3%
Take Loans
13.6%
Tuition is $5,682/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $16,434.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Anoka-Ramsey Community College fund their education.
While in School
20.3%
Get Grants
Free money
13.6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$38,207
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$13,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$143/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $13,500, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Anoka-Ramsey Community College.
Gender
61%
Female
39%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
4,201
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
34.2%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
14.3%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 61% of the student body. 34.2% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
4,201
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Anoka-Ramsey Community College fields 4 varsity teams with 98 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division III
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
4
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
98
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
67% / 33%
66
Men
32
Women
3
Men's Teams
3
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Anoka-Ramsey Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$48,342
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$32K
573 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$66K
100 grads
1yr Earnings
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
—
45 grads
Business/Commerce, General
$40K
32 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer Science
—
29 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$52K
28 grads
4yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $42K six years out, growing to $48K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.