Hibbing Community College

  • Hibbing Community College, a technical & community college, provides excellence in lifelong educational and career opportunities in a responsive learning environment.

School Highlights

Hibbing Community College serves 913 students (52% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the state community college average of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 32%.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 913 students
  • In-state tuition: $5,309
  • Out-state tuition: $6,491
  • Student:teacher ratio: 9:1
  • Minority enrollment: 18%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Overview

The teacher population of 99 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Hibbing Community College
(MN) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
99 staff
153 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Hibbing Community College has declined by 11% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 has decreased from 10:1 over five years.
The Hibbing Community College diversity score of 0.32 is less than the state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
913 students
2,516 students
This chart displays the total enrollment of Hibbing Community College and community college average number of enrollment of Minnesota by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
16:1
This chart displays the student staff ratio of Hibbing Community College and community college average student staff ratio of Minnesota by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
# Full-Time Students
476 students
1,092 students
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# Part-Time Students
437 students
1,424 students
This chart displays the total number of Part-time students enrollment of Hibbing Community College and average number of community college Part-time students enrollment of Minnesota by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
This chart displays the Full-time students and Part-time students enrollment breakdown of Hibbing Community College.
This chart displays community college average Full-Time students and Part-Time students enrollment breakdown of Minnesota.
# Enrollment Undergraduate
806 students
309 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
476 students
1,058 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
52 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
437 students
1,424 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
1 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
112 students
116 students
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% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
1%
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% Asian
n/a
6%
This chart displays the percentage of Asian students in Hibbing Community College and the percentage of Asian community college students in Minnesota by year, with the latest 2019-20 school year data.
% Hispanic
3%
7%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Hibbing Community College and the percentage of Hispanic community college students in Minnesota by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
% Black
6%
9%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Hibbing Community College and the percentage of Black community college students in Minnesota by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
% White
82%
68%
This chart displays the percentage of White students in Hibbing Community College and the percentage of White community college students in Minnesota by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
% Two or more races
5%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of Two or more races students in Hibbing Community College and the percentage of Two or more races community college students in Minnesota by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
This chart displays the percentage of Non Resident students in Hibbing Community College and the percentage of Non Resident community college students in Minnesota by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
% Unknown races
1%
4%
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Hibbing Community College.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Minnesota.
Diversity Score
0.32
0.52
This chart displays the diversity score of Hibbing Community College and the community college average diversity score of Minnesota by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
43%
32%
This chart displays completion rates for First-Time of Full-time students of Hibbing Community College and community college average completion rates for First-Time of Full-time students of Minnesota by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.97%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$39,200
$36,900
This chart displays average graduate earnings (10 Years) of Hibbing Community College and community college average graduate earnings (10 Years) of Minnesota by year, disaggregated by student subgroups with the latest 2012-13 school year data.

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $5,309 is less than the state average of $6,247. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,491 is less than the state average of $6,863. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,309
$6,247
This chart displays tuition fees for an in-state student of Hibbing Community College and the public community college average tuition fees for an in-state student of Minnesota by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,491
$6,863
This chart displays tuition fees for an out-of-state student of Hibbing Community College and the public community college average tuition fees for an out-of-state student of Minnesota by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
96%
94%
This chart displays the percent of students who is receiving some financial aid in Hibbing Community College and the percent of community college students who is receiving some financial aid in Minnesota by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,000
$12,264
This chart displays median debt for students who have completed a certificate or degree in Hibbing Community College and average median debt for community college students who have completed a certificate or degree in Minnesota by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$6,747
This chart displays median debt for students who have not completed a certificate or degree in Hibbing Community College and average median debt for community college students who have not completed a certificate or degree in Minnesota by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Acceptance Rate
n/a
92%
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
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

  • HCC has been providing quality higher education since 1918. Although much has changed over the years, a quality education and a concern for student success remains at the heart of what we do. HCC is noted for its high-quality transfer and technical education, and excellent facilities, faculty, staff, and support systems. Innovative programs, partnerships with business and industry, alliances with community members and other educational institutions combined with a high-energy, on-campus environment have poised our college for the future. Hibbing Community College encourages students to use their talents and interests outside the classroom as well as in class. College activities are an important part of student development, creating a well-balanced program of involvement and learning. Hibbing Community College is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Hibbing Community College cost?
Hibbing Community College's tuition is approximately $5,309 for In-State students and $6,491 for Out-State students.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 913 students
  • In-state tuition: $5,309
  • Out-state tuition: $6,491
  • Student:teacher ratio: 9:1
  • Minority enrollment: 18%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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For St. Louis County, MN public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $5,272 per year for in-state students and $7,101 for out-of-state students. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

St. Louis County, MN community colleges have a diversity score of 0.31, which is lower than the national average of 0.71. The most diverse community college in St. Louis County, MN is Vermilion Community College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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