Colleges in Minnesota

Minnesota, the “Land of 10,000 Lakes,” actually has more than 11,000 bodies of water that are 10 acres or more. It’s also a place of extreme climates, experiencing hot summers and cold winters. With most of population residing in the Twin Cities (the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area), it’s not surprising that a number of colleges in Minnesota can be found clustered in this region. There are close to 200 higher education institutions in the State of Hockey, the majority being public or private not-for-profit. Hamline University is the oldest college in the state, while Carleton College is the most selective. Minnesota’s top industries include forestry, taconite mining, manufacturing, and agribusiness, primarily of sugar beets, sweet corn, green peas, and farm-raised turkeys. There’s also a notable high-technology sector, with many software companies calling this state home. The Mall of America, Gooseberry Falls State Park, and the Museum of Broadcasting are popular attractions.

Duluth, MN

St. Scholastica's main campus is in Duluth, MN, on 186 acres of beautiful, forested land overlooking Lake Superior. In addition to our undergraduate and graduate programs for traditional and nontraditional students, the College offers international...

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The classes here are challenging and stimulate thinking, but they are interesting as well. My classes right now all keep my interest and intrigue me. They also require me to put in a little effort outside of class, but it's worth it and it doesn't...

” – Krystal from Scandia, MN

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1185

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Private

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4 Year

level of institution

Small city

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$23,215

average net price

3,512

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University of Minnesota-Rochester

Rochester, MN

With campus a few blocks from the Mayo Clinic, the University of Minnesota Rochester is a regional campus of the UM system in southeast Minnesota with a focus on health sciences. UM Rochester offers bachelor’s degree programs in Nursing, Health...

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The professors at UMR are very helpful and extremely accessible. At least one professor per department has office and/or Just Ask hours weekly. The courses are rigorous, but the professors genuinely want to help the students learn. They challenge...

” – Nicole from Necedah, WI

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1183

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Public

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Small city

campus setting

$16,375

average net price

646

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Hennepin Technical College

Brooklyn Park, MN

With two campuses located in the Minneapolis suburbs of Brooklyn Park and Eden Prairie, Hennepin Technical College is a public technical school training students hailing from the Twin Cities area. In 2012, both campuses were renovated and updated...

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Hennepin Tech has reasonable hours, and instructors who understand the tough life schedule .

” – Michael from Chaska, MN

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type of institution

2 Year

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Suburb or town

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$11,796

average net price

4,083

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Inver Hills Community College

Inver Grove Heights, MN

From its tree-lined campus in the midst of hills and wetlands, Inver Hills Community College is a 2-year institution in the Twin Cities area. Inver Hills confers degrees and certificates in 28 fields of study including Gender and Women Studies and...

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Check out the Inver Hills website, and you might be surprised at what kind of programs and degrees are available! If you end up attending here, take advantage of your professor's office hours: they love it when students come in for clarification, or...

” – Karina from Eagan, MN

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Public

type of institution

2 Year

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Suburb or town

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$11,486

average net price

3,729

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Oak Hills Christian College

Bemidji, MN

With a campus on the upper and lower shores of Lake Marquette, Oak Hills Christian College is a Christian academy in the Minnesota Northwoods. Oak Hills offers six Biblical Studies bachelor’s degrees with concentrations in subjects such as Worship...

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It's a great college, with great professors, and a great heart for ministry! The community is very welcoming and it was a delight to attend there last semester.

” – A PSEO student from Oak Hills

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1020

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63%

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Private

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

campus setting

$16,154

average net price

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South Central College

, MN

With campus a short distance from the Minnesota River, South Central College is a 2-year community college and part of the Minnesota State system. SCC is home to 10 academic departments featuring over 40 degree and certificate programs. To prepare...

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The school was awesome.Always helpful!They understood me so well and me me feel like I was at home!

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Public

type of institution

2 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

campus setting

$10,175

average net price

2,511

number of students

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Riverland Community College

Austin, MN

Riverland Community College is a 2-year community college with three campuses in southern Minnesota. Richland is home to 17 academic career clusters featuring 97 degree and certificate-granting fields of study and 27 programs are available entirely...

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Public

type of institution

2 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

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$8,893

average net price

3,276

number of students

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Rochester Community and Technical College

Rochester, MN

Rochester Community and Technical College is a public, 2-year institution established in Minnesota. RCTC offers associate’s degree, certificate, and diploma programs in over 90 fields of study, some of which can be completed fully online. The college...

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With how much I have been to this campus, I have learn so much and there are lots of great people there to help you along the way! The student to teacher ratio is low which is great because you get more time with your professors. It is defitanly a...

” – lauren from Rochester, MN

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Public

type of institution

2 Year

level of institution

Small city

campus setting

$14,088

average net price

4,658

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Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science

Rochester, MN

The Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine is a research institution specializing in training doctors and medical scientists on three campuses in Phoenix, Jacksonville, and Rochester, Minnesota. US News & World Report ranks The Mayo Clinic Alix School...

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49%

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Private

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Small city

campus setting

average net price

1,250

number of students

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Minneapolis College of Art and Design

Minneapolis, MN

With campus sharing a block with the Minneapolis Institute of Art, the Minneapolis College of Art and Design is a private 4-year art school. MCAD confers undergraduate degrees in 14 art and design-related majors and is one of the few art institutions...

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MCAD is really great in its curriculum - freshmen have to take mostly foundation classes, but they all pertain to your major . . . meaning, there are no science or math courses you are required to take. Classes are small - usually less than 20...

” – Emily from Watertown, SD

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1134

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66%

acceptance rate

Private

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Major city

campus setting

$29,347

average net price

775

number of students

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Northland Community and Technical College

Thief River Falls, MN

Northland Community and Technical College is a technical and vocational school with three campuses and a satellite location in northern Minnesota. Northland is home to 12 academic divisions offering over 80 degree and certificate-granting programs...

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Public

type of institution

2 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

campus setting

$10,860

average net price

2,716

number of students

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Minnesota North College - Itasca

Grand Rapids, MN

Itasca Community College is a 2-year institution in northern Minnesota. Itasca is home to 15 academic programs granting degrees and certificates. Situated in a rural and forested region of the state, Itasca offers several courses dedicated to the...

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The best place to start.

” – Morgan-lee from Bovey, MN

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Public

type of institution

2 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

campus setting

$11,449

average net price

983

number of students

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