As an urban community college serving primarily the southwest metropolitan region of the Twin Cities, Normandale prepares students for full participation in our diverse communities, creates pathways to other college programs, and builds community connections.
School Highlights
Normandale Community College serves 9,420 students (39% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the state community college average of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the state average of 31%.
Quick Stats (2023)
Enrollment: 9,420 students
In-state tuition: $5,709
Out-state tuition: $5,709
Student:teacher ratio: 21:1
Minority enrollment: 38%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
The student population of Normandale Community College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Normandale Community College diversity score of 0.58 is more than the state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has declined by 10% over five years.
Total Enrollment
9,420 students
2,500 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
# Full-Time Students
3,641 students
1,076 students
# Part-Time Students
5,779 students
1,424 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
677 students
309 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
3,641 students
1,058 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
52 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
5,779 students
1,331 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
24 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
112 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
9%
7%
% Hispanic
11%
7%
% Black
10%
9%
% White
62%
69%
% Two or more races
5%
4%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
1%
2%
Diversity Score
0.58
0.50
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
22%
32%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.97%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$40,100
$36,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $5,709 is more than the state average of $5,701. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $5,709 is less than the state average of $6,336. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,709
$5,701
Out-State Tuition Fees
$5,709
$6,336
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
92%
94%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,750
$12,264
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,752
$6,747
Acceptance Rate
n/a
91%
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: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
Normandale Community College is an urban two-year college serving
primarily the communities of the southwestern metropolitan region
of the Twin Cities. Established in 1968, the college is accredited
by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association
of Colleges and Schools. More than 10,000 students from diverse
backgrounds take courses at the college annually. Our career
programs prepare students for full employment in fields such as
Dental Hygiene, Nursing, Business, Mechanical Engineering
Technology, Hospitality Management, Law Enforcement, Dietetics,
Computer Technology, Accounting and many other areas. We offer
developmental courses designed to improve academic skills required
for successful performance in college-level courses. Continuing
education and customized training opportunities are provided
through a variety of non-credit courses offered through the
Normandale Center for Opportunity. Normandale Community College
will serve as a regional higher education center, working closely
with its communities to meet changing needs through innovative and
responsive programs and quality teaching. We will inspire learners
to develop skills and interests that will enrich their lives and
shape their futures.
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