North Hennepin Community College
About North Hennepin Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
North Hennepin Community College teaches in the northwestern suburbs of Minneapolis and sends close to two in five of its students on to a four-year college, far more than most. Nursing and criminal justice are among its largest programs.
Founded
1966
Location
Brooklyn Park, Minnesota
Students
3,451
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
22.4%
Below national average
Tuition
$5,061
Per year
Avg Net Price
$12,186
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$51,142
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
22.4% complete their degree within three years
Retention
60.2%
Transfer Out
39%
Teaching Quality
24:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
49.4%
$/Student
$6.9K
Class Size
Large
The 22.4% graduation rate is below average, but 60.2% 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
$5,061
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
$17,470
After Financial Aid
$12,186
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$10,326
Receive Grants
28.7%
Take Loans
14.7%
Tuition is $5,061/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $12,186.
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 North Hennepin Community College fund their education.
While in School
28.7%
Get Grants
Free money
14.7%
Take Loans
Must repay
$29,576
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$14,750
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$156/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $14,750, 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 North Hennepin Community College.
Gender
60.6%
Female
39%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
3,451
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
37.6%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
23.6%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 61% of the student body. 37.6% 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
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
3,451
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
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of North Hennepin Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$51,142
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$37K
226 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$67K
53 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$54K
33 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer Science
$74K
25 grads
4yr Earnings
Business/Commerce, General
—
21 grads
Accounting and Related Services
$50K
19 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $43K six years out, growing to $51K 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.