Minnesota West Community and Technical College
About Minnesota West Community and Technical College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Minnesota West Community and Technical College teaches across the prairie of southwestern Minnesota, from Granite Falls, Worthington and several other towns, and keeps dormitories. Electrical power transmission and business are among its largest programs.
Founded
1997
Location
Granite Falls, Minnesota
Students
1,762
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Not reported
Graduation Rate
51.6%
Below national average
Tuition
$6,491
Per year
Avg Net Price
$11,191
After financial aid
SAT Average
N/A
Not reported
Median Earnings
$45,285
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
N/A
Acceptance rate not reported
How to Apply
Test Policy
Not reported
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
51.6% complete their degree within three years
Retention
68.1%
Transfer Out
14%
Teaching Quality
19:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
56.3%
$/Student
$8.8K
Class Size
Large
51.6% 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
$6,491
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$6,500
Books & Supplies
$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance
$17,408
After Financial Aid
$11,191
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$8,950
Receive Grants
16.3%
Take Loans
12.7%
The total cost of attendance runs about $17,408/yr, including $6,500 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $11,191.
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 West Community and Technical College fund their education.
While in School
16.3%
Get Grants
Free money
12.7%
Take Loans
Must repay
$31,859
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$10,987
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$116/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $10,987, 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 West Community and Technical College.
Gender
42.8%
Female
57%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,762
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
36.6%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
33.2%
Age 25+
Men make up the majority at 57% of the student body. 36.6% 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: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
1,762
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
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Minnesota West Community and Technical College fields 8 varsity teams with 190 student athletes, about 11% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division III
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
8
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
190
11% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
78% / 22%
148
Men
42
Women
5
Men's Teams
4
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Minnesota West Community and Technical Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$45,285
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$29K
77 grads
1yr Earnings
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers
$48K
32 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$41K
29 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$75K
19 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$63K
16 grads
4yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
—
10 grads
Graduates earn about $40K six years out, growing to $45K 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.