Minnesota West Community and Technical College is dedicated to serving the varied educational needs of our diverse populations in affordable, accessible and supportive settings.
School Highlights
Minnesota West Community and Technical College serves 3,695 students (32% 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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 43%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
Enrollment: 3,695 students
In-state tuition: $5,660
Out-state tuition: $10,807
Student-teacher ratio: 37:1
Minority enrollment: 28%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
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The student population of Minnesota West Community and Technical College has grown by 13% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 37:1 has increased from 20:1 over five years.
The Minnesota West Community and Technical College diversity score of 0.46 is less than the state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has declined by 5% over five years.
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
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Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $5,660 is more than the state average of $5,573. The in-state tuition has declined by 9% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $10,807 is more than the state average of $6,083. The out-state tuition has grown by 71% over four years.
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Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
Minnesota West Community and Technical College is a comprehensive
community and technical college with five southwestern Minnesota
campuses: Canby, Granite Falls, Jackson, Pipestone, and
Worthington. Minnesota West provides students with the opportunity
to earn an Associate Degree, Diploma, or Certificate. Minnesota
West Community and Technical College is a consolidated
community/technical college formed on January 1, 1997 when
Southwestern Technical College and Worthington Community College
merged. The four technical campuses, Canby, Granite Falls, Jackson,
and Pipestone began as local area vocational schools in the 1960s.
They officially merged to become Southwestern Technical College in
1985. The Granite Falls Campus of Minnesota West prides itself on a
quality education with accessibility for many different types of
students. Our campus meets the needs of the workforce and community
by providing many online, technical, and liberal art courses.
Whether a student wants to complete a few courses and transfer or
earn a degree, the Granite Falls campus has variety of educational
options. Minnesota West is a leader in the state and the upper
Midwest in Renewable Energy and Computerized Manufacturing. Our
safe, attractive and friendly city, set in the beautiful Minnesota
River Valley, prides itself on a small town atmosphere, friendly
residents, and scenic views. While in Granite Falls you will have
the opportunity to experience fine shopping and excellent customer
service in either our quaint downtown, located on the West bank of
the Minnesota River or along Highway 212. Be sure to stop at the
Kilowatt Community Center and Prairie's Edge Casino and Resort.
Minnesota West Community and Technical College is a member of the
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System, which consists of
34 state universities, community and technical colleges. The
College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
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Quick Facts (26-27)
Enrollment: 3,695 students
In-state tuition: $5,660
Out-state tuition: $10,807
Student-teacher ratio: 37:1
Minority enrollment: 28%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
For Minnesota public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $5,573 per year for in-state students and $6,083 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $17,176 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.
