Alexandria Technical & Community College
- Alexandria Technical and Community College (ATCC) provides quality, hands-on and liberal arts education to nearly 3,700 students annually. ATCC offers 40+ programs and transfer pathways in fields like business, design, health, law enforcement, manufacturing, and transportation. Most programs can be completed in two years or less allowing our skilled graduates to step to the forefront of their chosen professions quickly. With among the highest graduation rate of all Minnesota State institutions and a 98% job placement rate, ATCC continues its longstanding reputation as an academic institution of excellence. Wallethub ranked ATCC #1 in Minnesota and #8 in the United States.
School Highlights
Alexandria Technical & Community College serves 3,640 students (35% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 40:1 is higher than the state community college average of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the state average of 37%.
Quick Stats (2022-23)
- Enrollment: 3,640 students
- In-state tuition: $5,114
- Out-state tuition: $5,114
- Student:teacher ratio: 40:1
- Minority enrollment: 17%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Alexandria Technical & Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
The teacher population of 91 teachers has declined by 32% over five years.
Alexandria Technical & Community College
(MN) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Traditional
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
91 staff
153 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Alexandria Technical & Community College has declined by 11% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 40:1 has decreased from 44:1 over five years.
The Alexandria Technical & Community College diversity score of 0.30 is less than the state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,640 students
2,525 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
40:1
17:1
# Full-Time Students
1,268 students
1,109 students
# Part-Time Students
2,372 students
1,416 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
112 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
1%
6%
% Hispanic
4%
7%
% Black
2%
13%
% White
83%
63%
% Two or more races
3%
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
6%
5%
Diversity Score
0.30
0.57
College Completion Rate
62%
33%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$37,000
$36,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $5,114 is less than the state average of $5,427. The in-state tuition has declined by 7% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $5,114 is less than the state average of $6,082. The out-state tuition has declined by 7% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,114
$5,427
Out-State Tuition Fees
$5,114
$6,082
Tuition Notes
Tuition is $170.46 per credit. Online Courses are $199 per credit and there is some differentiated tuition for some high cost course.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
85%
84%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,000
$12,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$7,309
Acceptance Rate
n/a
80%
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
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
15 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Art Guild, ATCC Gamer, Business Professionals of America, Collegiate DECA, HOSA - Future Health Professionals, Intercultural Center, National Kitchen and Bath Association, Phi Theta Kappa, SkillsUSA, Student Ambassadors, Student Senate
Recreational Athletic Programs:
eSports, Golf, Intramural Sports, Trap Shooting
Art Guild, ATCC Gamer, Business Professionals of America, Collegiate DECA, HOSA - Future Health Professionals, Intercultural Center, National Kitchen and Bath Association, Phi Theta Kappa, SkillsUSA, Student Ambassadors, Student Senate
Recreational Athletic Programs:
eSports, Golf, Intramural Sports, Trap Shooting
Source: 2020 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- 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.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Alexandria Technical & Community College is Minnesota State Community and Technical College (45.1 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Students
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(877) 450-3322
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(877) 450-3322
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(320) 251-5600
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(320) 251-5600
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(320) 308-5000
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(320) 308-5000
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