Normandale Community College
About Normandale Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Normandale Community College teaches in Bloomington, in the Minneapolis suburbs, and sends more than a third of its students on to a four-year college, far more than most. Nursing and business are among its largest programs.
Founded
1968
Location
Bloomington, Minnesota
Students
7,044
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
27%
Below national average
Tuition
$6,329
Per year
Avg Net Price
$12,972
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$50,207
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
27% complete their degree within three years
Retention
61.9%
Transfer Out
35%
Teaching Quality
28:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
48.7%
$/Student
$5.7K
Class Size
Large
The 27% graduation rate is below average, but 61.9% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$6,329
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
$18,694
After Financial Aid
$12,972
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$11,011
Receive Grants
28%
Take Loans
11.2%
Tuition is $6,329/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $12,972.
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 Normandale Community College fund their education.
While in School
28%
Get Grants
Free money
11.2%
Take Loans
Must repay
$30,952
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 Normandale Community College.
Gender
56.5%
Female
44%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
7,044
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
34.6%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
16.1%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 57% of the student body. 34.6% 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
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
7,044
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Normandale Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$50,207
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$34K
701 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$65K
64 grads
1yr Earnings
Business/Commerce, General
—
57 grads
Computer Science
$81K
38 grads
4yr Earnings
Marketing
—
36 grads
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
$63K
23 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $42K six years out, growing to $50K 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.