Minnesota State College Southeast
About Minnesota State College Southeast
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Minnesota State College Southeast teaches in Winona and Red Wing, on the Mississippi bluffs, and runs one of the few schools in the country that teaches students to build and repair guitars and violins. Nursing is among its other largest programs.
Founded
1949
Location
Winona, Minnesota
Students
1,388
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
47.5%
Below national average
Tuition
$6,432
Per year
Avg Net Price
$16,140
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$43,613
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
$20
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
47.5% complete their degree within three years
Retention
63%
Transfer Out
11%
Teaching Quality
17:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
44.9%
$/Student
$8.6K
Class Size
Medium
47.5% of students graduate on time. That's above the national average, but researching academic support resources before you enroll is always a smart move.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$6,432
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance
$21,397
After Financial Aid
$16,140
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$15,072
Receive Grants
25.2%
Take Loans
22.2%
Tuition is $6,432/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $16,140.
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 Minnesota State College Southeast fund their education.
While in School
25.2%
Get Grants
Free money
22.2%
Take Loans
Must repay
$32,210
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$12,971
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$138/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $12,971, 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 Minnesota State College Southeast.
Gender
57.6%
Female
42%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,388
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
34.5%
First-Gen
27 yrs
Avg Age
29%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 27, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 34.5% 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
Town: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
1,388
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Minnesota State College Southeastearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$43,613
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$74K
30 grads
1yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
—
23 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
21 grads
Precision Systems Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
—
11 grads
Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians
—
10 grads
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
—
9 grads
Graduates earn about $42K six years out, growing to $44K 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.