Alexandria Technical & Community College

1601 Jefferson Streeet
Alexandria, MN 56308
Top Ranked (2025-26): View Rankings
  • College is a huge decision! There are so many options, from small colleges to big universities. Alexandria Technical & Community College believes in the best of both worlds, combining high quality education and cutting-edge technology with small class sizes and instructors who get to know students as individuals. With varsity athletics opportunities, vibrant student life, and ample student housing on campus, Alexandria College is a small college that feels big. Alexandria College offers nearly 50 programs, including industry-leading education in technical trades like healthcare, IT, business, police training, human services, manufacturing, and transportation. Students can explore transferable programs to get two years closer to a bachelor's degree at a fraction of the cost of a university. Students can keep doing what they love with several varsity athletics opportunities: archery, baseball, clay target, eSports, fishing, golf, soccer, and volleyball, plus clubs and activities.

School Highlights

Alexandria Technical & Community College serves 4,251 students (30% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 39:1 is higher than the state community college average of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 42%.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Enrollment: 4,251 students
  • In-state tuition: $5,752
  • Out-state tuition: $5,752
  • Acceptance Rate: 100%
  • Student-teacher ratio: 39:1
  • Minority enrollment: 26%
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Alexandria Technical & Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:

Category
Attribute
Completion Rates

School Overview

The teacher population of 110 teachers has grown by 20% over five years.
Alexandria Technical & Community College
(MN) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Institution Level
At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
110 staff
171 staff
Number of Programs Offered
52
76
School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of Alexandria Technical & Community College has grown by 16% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 39:1 has increased from 28:1 over five years.
The Alexandria Technical & Community College diversity score of 0.26 is less than the state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has declined by 14% over five years.
Total Enrollment
4,251 students
2,858 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
39:1
22:1
# Full-Time Students
1,284 students
1,050 students
# Part-Time Students
2,967 students
1,808 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
172 students
420 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
4,251 students
915 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
38 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,473 students
1,771 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
12 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
116 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
1%
% Asian
1%
6%
% Hispanic
5%
8%
% Black
3%
15%
% White
74%
58%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
3%
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
14%
6%
Diversity Score
0.26
0.63
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
61%
34%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
57%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$37,000
$36,900

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $5,752 is more than the state average of $5,489. The in-state tuition has grown by 6% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $5,752 is less than the state average of $6,145. The out-state tuition has grown by 6% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,752
$5,489
Out-State Tuition Fees
$5,752
$6,145
Tuition Notes
Based on 15 credits per term at $191.74 per credit. Figure is rounded to the nearest dollar.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
91%
89%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,000
$12,264
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$6,750
Acceptance Rate
100%
94%
SAT Reading
n/a
625
SAT Math
n/a
600
SAT Writing
n/a
565
ACT Composite
n/a
24
ACT English
n/a
24
ACT Math
n/a
23
ACT Writing
n/a
8

Sports

Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
ArcheryBaseball
GolfSoccer
Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
16 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
American Advertising FederationATCC Gamers
Collegiate DECADesign Guild
Exercise Science ClubHOSA - Future Health Professionals
Law Enforcement ClubLGBTQIA+ Club
Phi Theta KappaSkillsUSA
Student Senate


Recreational Athletic Programs:
Competitive FishingeSports
Intramural BasketballIntramural Volleyball
Trap Shooting

Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Legends
  • The flexibility of choices, both on site and online, allow students to match their lifestyle with the requirements of their chosen degree. Strong business and industry partnerships support internships and pathways to gainful employment. Current equipment, excellent instructors, and defined transfer pathways make Alexandria Technical & Community College a first choice for students across the state. ATCC is positioned as a leader among two year colleges for student success.
Profile last updated: 07/08/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Alexandria Technical & Community College cost?
Alexandria Technical & Community College's tuition is approximately $5,752 for In-State students and $5,752 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Alexandria Technical & Community College?
The acceptance rate of Alexandria Technical & Community College is 100%, which is higher than the state average of 94%.
What sports does Alexandria Technical & Community College offer?
Alexandria Technical & Community College offers 5 interscholastic sports: Archery, Baseball, Golf, Soccer and Volleyball.
What is Alexandria Technical & Community College's ranking?
Alexandria Technical & Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Minnesota for: Highest completion rates and Least debt for graduating students.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Enrollment: 4,251 students
  • In-state tuition: $5,752
  • Out-state tuition: $5,752
  • Acceptance Rate: 100%
  • Student-teacher ratio: 39:1
  • Minority enrollment: 26%
  • Source: Verified school update

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