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White Earth Tribal and Community College

Community CollegeRural: Remote

About White Earth Tribal and Community College

Overview, location, and what makes it stand out

White Earth Tribal and Community College is run by the White Earth Nation in northern Minnesota and teaches on its land, with Ojibwe language and culture woven through its courses.

Founded

1997

Location

Mahnomen, Minnesota

Students

110

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

N/A

Not reported

Tuition

$5,490

Per year

Avg Net Price

$1,811

After financial aid

SAT Average

Not required

No test scores requested

Median Earnings

$18,044

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

N/A

Graduation rate not reported

Retention

Not reported

Transfer Out

Not reported

The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.

Teaching Quality

13:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

Full-Time

41.7%

$/Student

$7.2K

Class Size

Medium

Tuition & Costs

What will you actually pay?

Tuition & Fees

$5,490

Annual Tuition

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

Room & Board

No on-campus housing

Books & Supplies

$2,200

Total Cost of Attendance

$20,963

After Financial Aid

$1,811

Average Net Price

Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships

Net Price (family income <$30K)

$2,710

Receive Grants

75.7%

Take Loans

0%

Don't let the $5,490 sticker price scare you. Most students pay around $1,811 after financial aid, a 67% discount. Families earning under $30K pay closer to $2,710.

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 White Earth Tribal and Community College fund their education.

While in School

75.7%

Get Grants

Free money

0%

Take Loans

Must repay

$13,133

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 White Earth Tribal and Community College.

Gender

72.7%

Female

/

27%

Male

Female to Male Ratio

Race & Ethnicity

13.6%
11.8%
2.7%
Multiracial
White
Hispanic

Enrollment

110

Undergraduate Students

Student Profile

N/A

Graduates

48.5%

First-Gen

29 yrs

Avg Age

66%

Age 25+

With an average entry age of 29, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 48.5% 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

RuralCity
Rural: Remote

Rural: Remote

Campus Quick Facts

110

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 White Earth Tribal and Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.

Earnings Trajectory

$18,044

Median Earnings · 10 Years After

$25K
8yr
$18K
10yr

Popular Programs

Top 1

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

21 grads

Median earnings are $18K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about White Earth Tribal and Community College

How much does White Earth Tribal and Community College cost?
Tuition at White Earth Tribal and Community College is $5,490 for in-state students and $5,490 for out-of-state students. Don't let the $5,490 sticker price scare you. Most students pay around $1,811 after financial aid, a 67% discount. Families earning under $30K pay closer to $2,710.
How much do White Earth Tribal and Community College graduates earn?
The median earnings for White Earth Tribal and Community College graduates is $18,044 ten years after enrollment. Median earnings are $18K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.

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.