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Red Lake Nation College

Community CollegeRural: Remote

About Red Lake Nation College

Overview, location, and what makes it stand out

Red Lake Nation College is run by the Red Lake Band of Chippewa Indians in northern Minnesota and teaches on its land, with Ojibwe language and culture woven through its courses.

Founded

1987

Location

Red Lake, Minnesota

Students

332

Institution

Community College

Known For

Tribal CollegeNative AmericanTransfer Pathways

Key Stats

A quick snapshot of what matters most

Acceptance Rate

Open

Admits all qualified applicants

Graduation Rate

46.4%

Below national average

Tuition

$6,640

Per year

Avg Net Price

$5,672

After financial aid

SAT Average

Not required

No test scores requested

Median Earnings

N/A

Not reported

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

Low GraduationHigh Graduation
46.4%

Below Average

46.4% complete their degree within three years

Retention

57.8%

Transfer Out

7%

Teaching Quality

13:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

Full-Time

48.3%

$/Student

$18.6K

Class Size

Medium

46.4% 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

$6,640

Annual Tuition

Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals

Room & Board

No on-campus housing

Books & Supplies

$1,385

Total Cost of Attendance

$13,164

After Financial Aid

$5,672

Average Net Price

Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships

Net Price (family income <$30K)

$4,771

Receive Grants

62.3%

Take Loans

0%

Tuition is $6,640/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $5,672.

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 Red Lake Nation College fund their education.

While in School

62.3%

Get Grants

Free money

0%

Take Loans

Must repay

N/A

Median Family Income

After Graduation

N/A

Median Debt at Graduation

Total federal loan balance when students graduate

N/A

Monthly Payment

N/A

Default Rate

Student Body

Diversity, gender, and enrollment

From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Red Lake Nation College.

Gender

66%

Female

/

34%

Male

Female to Male Ratio

Race & Ethnicity

1.2%
1.2%
0.3%
0.3%
White
Multiracial
Asian
Hispanic

Enrollment

332

Undergraduate Students

Student Profile

N/A

Graduates

N/A

First-Gen

N/A

Avg Age

54.5%

Age 25+

Women make up the majority at 66% of the student body.

Campus Life

What it's like to be a student here

Campus Setting

RuralCity
Rural: Remote

Rural: Remote

Campus Quick Facts

332

Students

community

Institution

Small

Campus Size

N/A

Classification

What This College Offers

Semester calendar

Study Abroad

No

AP Credit

No

Teacher Cert

No

ROTC

No

Evening College

Yes

Online Programs

Yes

Job Placement

No

Career Counseling

Yes

After Graduation

What can you earn with this degree?

How much do graduates of Red Lake Nation Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.

Earnings Trajectory

N/A

Median Earnings · 10 Years After

Popular Programs

Top 2

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

28 grads

Behavioral Sciences

1 grads

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Red Lake Nation College

How much does Red Lake Nation College cost?
Tuition at Red Lake Nation College is $6,640 for in-state students and $6,640 for out-of-state students. Tuition is $6,640/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $5,672.
What is the graduation rate at Red Lake Nation College?
Red Lake Nation College has a graduation rate of 46.4%. 46.4% of students graduate on time. That's above the national average, but researching academic support resources before you enroll is always a smart move.

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.