- Minnesota State College-Southeast Technical is dedicated to providing education for employment, skill enhancement, and retraining. The primary focus is to anticipate and meet the educational and training needs of students and employers. The college provides students with a strong foundation of general and technical education opportunities for acquiring knowledge, skills, and attitudes for a lifetime of learning. The college anticipates and responds to global, technological, and social changes.
School Highlights
Minnesota State College Southeast serves 2,597 students (32% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the state community college average of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the state average of 42%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 2,597 students
- In-state tuition: $5,617
- Out-state tuition: $5,617
- Student:teacher ratio: 23:1
- Minority enrollment: 22%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 114 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Minnesota State College Southeast
(MN) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Career & Technical-High Nontraditional
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
114 staff
153 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Minnesota State College Southeast has grown by 34% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 has increased from 17:1 over five years.
The Minnesota State College Southeast diversity score of 0.39 is less than the state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has grown by 21% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,597 students
2,555 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
# Full-Time Students
826 students
915 students
# Part-Time Students
1,771 students
1,808 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
259 students
372 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
826 students
842 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
38 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,771 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
2%
6%
% Hispanic
5%
8%
% Black
4%
15%
% White
78%
58%
% Hawaiian
3%
1%
% Two or more races
3%
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
5%
6%
Diversity Score
0.39
0.63
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.3395%
0.3421%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.5652%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$33,400
$36,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $5,617 is more than the state average of $5,489. The in-state tuition has declined by 5% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $5,617 is less than the state average of $6,145. The out-state tuition has declined by 5% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,617
$5,489
Out-State Tuition Fees
$5,617
$6,145
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
68%
89%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,986
$12,264
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,750
$6,747
Acceptance Rate
n/a
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: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Minnesota State College - Southeast Technical is a multi-campus, regional technical college serving Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa and beyond. Choose from over 70 diverse programs in the following major career areas: Business and Office, Sales and Management, Health and Human Services, Musical Instrument Repair, Technical and Trade and Industrial. Minnesota State College-Southeast Technical is located in one of the most beautiful areas of the Midwest along the majestic bluffs and river valleys of the Upper Mississippi River. The location provides convenient access to Minneapolis/St. Paul and the security and hospitality of the Red Wing and Winona communities. Minnesota State College-Southeast Technical is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Minnesota State College Southeast cost?
Minnesota State College Southeast's tuition is approximately $5,617 for In-State students and $5,617 for Out-State students.
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