Minnesota State Community and Technical College
About Minnesota State Community and Technical College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Minnesota State Community and Technical College teaches across the west of the state, from Fergus Falls, Moorhead, Detroit Lakes and Wadena, and keeps dormitories. It sends close to half of its students on to a four-year college, more than almost any community college in the country.
Founded
2003
Location
Fergus Falls, Minnesota
Students
2,942
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
46.6%
Below national average
Tuition
$5,908
Per year
Avg Net Price
$12,556
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$45,591
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
46.6% complete their degree within three years
Retention
68.7%
Transfer Out
44%
Teaching Quality
21:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
57.6%
$/Student
$8.4K
Class Size
Large
While 46.6% finish in 4 years, 68.7% of freshmen do return for sophomore year. Many students here may take a bit longer, but they stick with it.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$5,908
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$8,820
Books & Supplies
$2,020
Total Cost of Attendance
$17,194
After Financial Aid
$12,556
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$9,111
Receive Grants
24.8%
Take Loans
23.1%
The total cost of attendance runs about $17,194/yr, including $8,820 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $12,556.
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 Community and Technical College fund their education.
While in School
24.8%
Get Grants
Free money
23.1%
Take Loans
Must repay
$32,398
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$12,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$127/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $12,000, 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 Community and Technical College.
Gender
61.2%
Female
39%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,942
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
30.1%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
19.3%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 61% of the student body. 30.1% 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
Rural: Fringe
Campus Quick Facts
2,942
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
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Minnesota State Community and Technical College fields 6 varsity teams with 114 student athletes, about 4% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division III
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
6
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
114
4% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
80% / 20%
91
Men
23
Women
4
Men's Teams
3
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Minnesota State Community and Technical Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$45,591
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$32K
234 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$59K
76 grads
1yr Earnings
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
$46K
41 grads
1yr Earnings
General Sales, Merchandising and Related Marketing Operations
$40K
34 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$56K
32 grads
1yr Earnings
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers
$91K
26 grads
4yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $42K six years out, growing to $46K 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.