Normandale Community College

9700 France Ave S, Bloomington, MN, 55431 - View a map of this school Map

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As an urban community college serving primarily the southwest metropolitan region of the Twin Cities, Normandale prepares students for full participation in our diverse communities, creates pathways to other college programs, and builds community connections....

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School Overview:

  • Normandale Community College
  • Community College Avg.
County Hennepin County, MN -
Title IV Eligible Yes Yes
Carnegie Classification Associate of Arts Colleges Associate of Arts Colleges
Institution Level At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs
Institution Control Public Public
Full-Time Undergraduate 4,315 students 1,020 students
Part-Time Undergraduate 4,341 students 1,443 students
Total Enrollment 8,656 students 2,213 students
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid 48% 78%
% Students Receiving Federal Grants 24% 46%
Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received $2,755 $2,845
% Students Receiving State/Local Grants 25% 29%
Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received $1,013 $1,275
% Students Receiving Institutional Grants 3% 12%
Avg. Amount Of Institutional Grants Received $936 $1,147
% Students Receiving Loans 30% 38%
Avg. Amount Of Loan Received $2,894 $3,143

School Notes:

  • Normandale Community College is an urban two-year college serving primarily the communities of the southwestern metropolitan region of the Twin Cities. Established in 1968, the college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. More than 10,000 students from diverse backgrounds take courses at the college annually.
  • Our career programs prepare students for full employment in fields such as Dental Hygiene, Nursing, Business, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Hospitality Management, Law Enforcement, Dietetics, Computer Technology, Accounting and many other areas. We offer developmental courses designed to improve academic skills required for successful performance in college-level courses. Continuing education and customized training opportunities are provided through a variety of non-credit courses offered through the Normandale Center for Opportunity.
  • Normandale Community College will serve as a regional higher education center, working closely with its communities to meet changing needs through innovative and responsive programs and quality teaching. We will inspire learners to develop skills and interests that will enrich their lives and shape their futures.
  • Profile last updated: 08/22/2008.

In the News:

  • Campus Notes (Albert Lea Tribune)
    posted on March 13, 2010 at 09:45:58 pm
    Augsburg College in Minneapolis has announced its dean’s list for fall semester 2009 for its day college program. To qualify, a student must be full-time student and earn a grade-point average of 3.5 or higher.
  • On campus - March 14, 2010 (The Bismarck Tribune)
    posted on March 11, 2010 at 02:38:45 am
    Abby Knoll, daughter of Patrick and Cindy Knoll, Mandan, has been admitted to North Dakota State University “with distinction.” She will enter NDSU in fall 2010 and plans to major in veterinary technology and minor in equine studies. Distinction means that NDSU is acknowledging Knoll as an honor student.
  • Bubble boy (Minneapolis-St. Paul Star Tribune)
    posted on March 6, 2010 at 09:34:08 pm
    When his grandmother collapses, 15-year-old Sebastian Prendergast emerges from his isolated existence to discover real life, and punk rock.
  • Horner wins 50% of vote in IP straw poll of gubernatorial candidates (Pioneer Press)
    posted on March 3, 2010 at 06:30:18 am
    Tom Horner, a public relations executive and former Republican, won the Independence Party's monthlong online straw poll for governor, according to preliminary results released this week.
  • District 191: BHS students in local art show (The Savage Pacer)
    posted on February 25, 2010 at 09:05:50 pm
    Ten students have been chosen by their Burnsville High School art teachers to represent their school in the 24th Annual High School Lake Conference Visual Arts Exhibition. read more

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