- At Minnesota State Community and Technical College, you can choose from four unique campus experiences, flexible scheduling options and an array of student life activities including athletics and fine arts.
School Highlights
Minnesota State Community and Technical College serves 5,645 students (36% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 37:1 is higher than the state community college average of 36:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 43%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 5,645 students
- In-state tuition: $5,502
- Out-state tuition: $5,502
- Acceptance Rate: 80%
- Student-teacher ratio: 37:1
- Minority enrollment: 26%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Minnesota State Community and Technical College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Debt For Students
School Overview
The teacher population of 153 teachers has declined by 70% over five years.
Minnesota State Community and Technical College
(MN) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's 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
153 staff
94 staff
School Calendar
School Motto
'A success story for every student.'
Student Body
The student population of Minnesota State Community and Technical College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 37:1 has increased from 12:1 over five years.
The Minnesota State Community and Technical College diversity score of 0.44 is less than the state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has grown by 52% over five years.
Total Enrollment
5,645 students
2,882 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
37:1
36:1
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Full-Time Students
2,012 students
1,168 students
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Students
3,633 students
1,714 students
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Enrollment Undergraduate
5,645 students
2,681 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,012 students
1,143 students
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
3,633 students
1,714 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
152 students
124 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Hispanic
5%
8%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Black
10%
16%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% White
74%
57%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Two or more races
4%
4%
% Unknown races
3%
7%
Diversity Score
0.44
0.63
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
42%
34%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$36,100
$37,000
Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $5,502 is less than the state average of $5,573. The in-state tuition has declined by 6% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $5,502 is less than the state average of $6,083. The out-state tuition has declined by 6% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,502
$5,573
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Out-State Tuition Fees
$5,502
$6,083
Tuition Notes
2019-20 Tuition and Fees for resident and non-resident
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
80%
87%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,000
$12,750
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,000
$6,752
Acceptance Rate
80%
90%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
8 sports
Sports
ArcheryBaseball
BasketballFootball
GolfRiflery
SoftballVolleyball
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
36 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Architectural Technology Student AssociationAssociate Degree Nursing Organization
Auto Tech ClubBusiness Professionals of America
Campus Crusade for ChristChristian Bible Fellowship
College AmbassadorsConstruction Management Student Organization
Cosmetology ClubCriminal Justice Association
Dental Assisting organizationDiesel Club
Electrical Line Workers OrganizationEquiUs Equine Club
F2CO ChemistryGaming and Robotics
Gaming ClubMu Alpha Theta
Multicultural Student AssociationPhi Theta Kappa (national honor society)
PowerSports ClubSkillsUSA
Student American Dental Hygienists' AssociationStudent Government Association
Student Human Resources OrganizationStudent Nursing Organization
Technology
Arts and Music Programs:
Chamber ChoraleConcert Band
Concert ChoirJazz Band and theatre
Voice Ensemble
Recreational Athletic Programs:
flag footballIntramural sports can include basketball
soccer and bowling.volleyball
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- At Minnesota State Community and Technical College, you can choose from four unique campus experiences, flexible scheduling options and an array of student life activities including athletics and fine arts. We offer more than 80 career and technical programs and also serve as the top transfer institution for students attending Minnesota State University Moorhead, North Dakota State University, University of North Dakota and Concordia College.
- At M State, students benefit from extensive online options, quality instruction from highly credentialed instructors and personalized small class sizes. More than 20 of our programs can be completed online. Campuses are located in Detroit Lakes, Fergus Falls, Moorhead and Wadena.
- Our unique programs include Autism Spectrum Disorder, Cardiovascular Technology - Invasive, Child and Adolescent Therapeutic Behavioral Health, Cosmetology, Cybersecurity, Database Administration, Dental Assisting and Hygiene, Digital Marketing, Electrical Lineworker, Electrical Technology, Medical Assistant, Medical Laboratory Technology, Music, Nursing, Phlebotomy Technician, PowerSports Technology, Purchasing and Inventory Management, Radiologic Technology, Social Media Management, Sport Management, Surgical Technology, and Theatre and Visual Arts.
- Transfer pathways include accounting, art, biology, business, political science, psychology and theatre arts.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Minnesota State Community and Technical College cost?
Minnesota State Community and Technical College's tuition is approximately $5,502 for In-State students and $5,502 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Minnesota State Community and Technical College?
The acceptance rate of Minnesota State Community and Technical College is 80%, which is lower than the state average of 90%.
What sports does Minnesota State Community and Technical College offer?
Minnesota State Community and Technical College offers 8 interscholastic sports: Archery, Baseball, Basketball, Football, Golf, Riflery, Softball and Volleyball.
What is Minnesota State Community and Technical College's ranking?
Minnesota State Community and Technical College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Minnesota for: Largest student body and Least debt for graduating students.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Minnesota State Community and Technical College is North Dakota State College of Science (24.4 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
800 N 6th St
Wahpeton, ND 58076
(701) 671-2403
Wahpeton, ND 58076
(701) 671-2403
24.4 miles
Enrollment: 3,367 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Acceptance rate: 95% In-state tuition: $4,438 Out-state tuition: $10,850 Minority enrollment: 26%
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(218) 846-7444
Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
(218) 846-7444
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Acceptance rate: 98%
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Alexandria, MN 56308
(320) 762-0221
Alexandria, MN 56308
(320) 762-0221
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Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 277-3889
Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 277-3889
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Enrollment: 52 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Private-state tuition: $10,764 Minority enrollment: 52%
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Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 235-9910
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Enrollment: 72 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
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