Minnesota School of Business-Richfield (Closed 2020)

  • Minnesota School of Business/Globe College has been providing specialized career training programs for more that 125 years. We have grown to be one of the most recognized and highly respected providers of private business, medical, and technology education in the upper Midwest.

School Highlights

Minnesota School of Business-Richfield served 763 students (62% of students were full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 15:1 was lower than the state community college average of 36:1.
Minority enrollment was 25% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which was less than the state average of 43%.

School Overview

Minnesota School of Business-Richfield
(MN) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
51 staff
94 staff

Student Body

Total Enrollment
763 students
2,812 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
36:1
# Full-Time Students
476 students
1,168 students
# Part-Time Students
287 students
1,714 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
440 students
2,681 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
440 students
1,143 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
36 students
51 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
4%
6%
% Hispanic
3%
8%
% Black
6%
16%
% White
75%
57%
% Hawaiian
1%
n/a
% Two or more races
2%
4%
% Unknown races
8%
7%
Diversity Score
0.42
0.00
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$35,200
$36,900

Tuition & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition Fees
$14,040
$5,530
Out-State Tuition Fees
$14,040
$6,060
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
98%
86%
Median Debt for Graduates
$27,889
$13,775
Median Debt for Dropouts
$9,500
$7,253
ACT Composite (Year 2010)
23
23
ACT English (Year 2010)
22
23
ACT Math (Year 2010)
22
22
Source: 2020 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

  • Minnesota School of Business and Globe College have been providing specialized career training programs for more than 125 years. We have grown to be one of the most recognized and highly respected providers of private business, medical, and computer education in the Upper Midwest. Through our employer approved curriculum and hands-on training you can acquire the skills and education necessary to become successful in your chosen career. We offer flexible class scheduling to accommodate academic and individual needs. Classes are offered both day and evening for full-time and part-time students. Many classes are also offered online, providing students with an opportunity to participate in distance education. This mode of delivery enables students to learn from the location of their choice and accommodates a schedule that is convenient for them. Training is provided by instructors with practical business, computer and medical knowledge and professional on the job experience. MSB offers a Masters degree, diplomas, Associate of Applied Science Degrees, and Bachelor of Science Degrees in many areas. The four main educational areas are business, health sciences, computer imaging, and information technology. In addition to the campuses mentioned, affiliates to the college include Globe College in Oakdale, MN, Minnesota School of Cosmetology in Oakdale, MN, Duluth Business University in Duluth, MN, Utah Career College, UT, Institute of Production and Recording in Minneapolis, Transportation Center for Excellence in Eagan, MN, New Horizons ? Benchmark Learning in Edina, MN, and Broadview Media in Edina, MN. The college is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools to award diplomas, Associate in Applied Science degrees, and Bachelor of Science degrees. The Minnesota School of Business and Globe College Medical Assisting programs are accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of the Curriculum Review board of the American Association of Medical Assistants Endowement (AAMAE).

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Minnesota School of Business-Richfield cost?
Minnesota School of Business-Richfield's tuition is approximately $14,040 for In-State students and $14,040 for Out-State students.

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