Itasca Community College

1851 East Highway 169
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
Top Ranked (2025): View Rankings
  • Itasca Community College faculty and staff believe the first year is critical to the academic success and personal growth of our students.

School Highlights

Itasca Community College serves 1,058 students (50% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the state community college average of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 42%.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Enrollment: 1,058 students
  • In-state tuition: $5,323
  • Out-state tuition: $6,505
  • Acceptance Rate: 65%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 13:1
  • Minority enrollment: 14%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Itasca Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:

School Overview

The teacher population of 80 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Itasca 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 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
80 staff
171 staff
School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of Itasca Community College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Itasca Community College diversity score of 0.26 is less than the state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has declined by 28% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,058 students
2,858 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
22:1
# Full-Time Students
533 students
1,050 students
# Part-Time Students
525 students
1,808 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
821 students
420 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
533 students
915 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
38 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
525 students
1,771 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
12 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
116 students
116 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
n/a
6%
% Hispanic
1%
8%
% Black
2%
15%
% White
86%
58%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
6%
4%
% Non Resident races
2%
1%
% Unknown races
2%
6%
Diversity Score
0.26
0.63
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
30%
34%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
57%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$35,200
$36,900

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $5,323 is less than the state average of $5,489. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,505 is more than the state average of $6,145. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,323
$5,489
Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,505
$6,145
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
98%
89%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,839
$12,264
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$6,750
Acceptance Rate
65%
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
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

  • To best serve the unique needs of first-year students, we will: > give students individual attention in a safe, supportive, and friendly environment. >provide high-quality instruction >communicate and uphold high academic expectations >establish positive advising relationship >support and environment in which students experience and express diverse worldviews. >offer a comprehensive range of activities to enhance learning and personal growth >encourage students to make connections with others on the campus and in the community >evaluate the results of our efforts and us them for continuous improvement. Out commitment is to provide every student with the BEST PLACE TO START.
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Johanna Westby, Graphic Designer -

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Itasca Community College cost?
Itasca Community College's tuition is approximately $5,323 for In-State students and $6,505 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Itasca Community College?
The acceptance rate of Itasca Community College is 65%, which is lower than the state average of 94%. Itasca Community College's acceptance rate is ranked among the top community colleges in Minnesota with low acceptance rates.
Who are famous alumni from Itasca Community College?
Itasca Community College famous alumni include: Johanna Westby, Graphic Designer.
What is Itasca Community College's ranking?
Itasca Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Minnesota for: Lowest acceptance rates, Percent of students receiving financial aid, Highest completion rates and Least debt for graduating students.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Enrollment: 1,058 students
  • In-state tuition: $5,323
  • Out-state tuition: $6,505
  • Acceptance Rate: 65%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 13:1
  • Minority enrollment: 14%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Did You Know?

For Minnesota public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $5,489 per year for in-state students and $6,145 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $17,300 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Minnesota is 84%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Minnesota community colleges have a diversity score of 0.63, which is lower than the national average of 0.74. The most diverse community college in Minnesota is Globe University-Minneapolis. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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