Minnesota state community and technical college (Detroit lakes)

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Overview

Minnesota state community and technical college (Detroit lakes)
(MN) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate of Arts Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
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153 staff

Student Body

The Minnesota state community and technical college (Detroit lakes) diversity score of 0.00 is less than the state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
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2,500 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
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16:1
# Full-Time Students
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1,076 students
# Part-Time Students
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1,424 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
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309 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
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1,058 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
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52 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
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1,424 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
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24 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
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116 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
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1%
% Asian
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7%
% Hispanic
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7%
% Black
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9%
% White
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69%
% Two or more races
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4%
% Non Resident races
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1%
% Unknown races
100%
2%
Diversity Score
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0.50
This chart display the diversity score of Minnesota state community and technical college (Detroit lakes) and the community college average diversity score of MN by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
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32%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
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0.97%

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
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94%
Median Debt for Graduates
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$12,264
Median Debt for Dropouts
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$6,747
Acceptance Rate
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91%
SAT Reading
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625
SAT Math
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600
SAT Writing
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565
ACT Composite
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24
ACT English
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24
ACT Math
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23
ACT Writing
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8
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

  • MSCTC students and customers have a wide array of programs and services from which to choose. Our online programming and cooperative agreements with other colleges and universities provide students with exceptional opportunities with our more traditional learning opportunities. Communities and businesses count on our college for responsive, customized training and education. The campuses of Minnesota State Community and Technical College are located in Detroit Lakes, Fergus Falls, Moorhead, and Wadena, Minnesota. Each campus has its own personality, unique programs, and other offerings. The Fergus Falls campus is primarily a transfer institution, preparing students in general education for transfer to a four-year college or university. The campuses at Detroit Lakes, Moorhead, and Wadena are designed to assist students in their specific career track. Minnesota State & Community and Technical College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of North Central Association.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Did You Know?

For Minnesota public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $6,223 per year for in-state students and $6,839 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $16,754 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Minnesota is 89%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Minnesota community colleges have a diversity score of 0.50, which is lower than the national average of 0.70. The most diverse community college in Minnesota is Academy College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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