- Northland is an innovative leader in higher education, preparing all learners with work and life skills that advance personal well-being and regional prosperity.
School Highlights
Northland Community and Technical College serves 3,275 students (28% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is lower than the state community college average of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 42%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 3,275 students
- In-state tuition: $6,051
- Out-state tuition: $6,051
- Acceptance Rate: 86%
- Student:teacher ratio: 21:1
- Minority enrollment: 23%
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
The teacher population of 153 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Northland Community and Technical College
(MN) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Career & Technical-Mixed Traditional/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
153 staff
171 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Northland Community and Technical College has declined by 15% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 has increased from 19:1 over five years.
The Northland Community and Technical College diversity score of 0.38 is less than the state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has grown by 8% over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,275 students
2,858 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
22:1
# Full-Time Students
915 students
1,050 students
# Part-Time Students
2,360 students
1,808 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
327 students
420 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
915 students
915 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
38 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,360 students
1,771 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
12 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
116 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
1%
% Asian
2%
6%
% Hispanic
5%
8%
% Black
7%
15%
% White
77%
58%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
4%
4%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
2%
6%
Diversity Score
0.38
0.63
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
40%
34%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
57%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$39,400
$36,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $6,051 is more than the state average of $5,489. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,051 is less than the state average of $6,145. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$6,051
$5,489
Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,051
$6,145
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
79%
89%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,264
$12,264
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,500
$6,750
Acceptance Rate
86%
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
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Marksmanship, Softball, Volleyball, Wrestling
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Northland Community and Technical College is a comprehensive community and technical college with campuses located in East Grand Forks, MN and Thief River Falls, MN. We offer certificates, diplomas, and degrees in a variety of majors and general education transfer courses; as well as workforce training and continuing education programs. Northland Community and Technical College was created by a merger in July 1995 to form a comprehensive two-year college. Its founding partners, the Thief River Falls Area Vocation School , opened in 1946, and Northland Community College was founded in 1965. Northland is a comprehensive college, offering many state-of-the-art, nationally-renowned technical programs designed for those looking to quickly join the work force. Northland also has a liberal arts program which offers students the first-two years of a bachelor's degree. Northland Community and Technical College specializes in career-focused training designed to provide you with maximum job placement potential. A Northland college education is personalized, technology-intensive, focused, and innovative. You can graduate in as little as 9-months or earn a two-year degree. Northland Community & Technical College - Thief River Falls and East Grand Forks (formerly known as Northwest Technical College) is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Northland Community and Technical College cost?
Northland Community and Technical College's tuition is approximately $6,051 for In-State students and $6,051 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Northland Community and Technical College?
The acceptance rate of Northland Community and Technical College is 86%, which is lower than the state average of 94%.
What sports does Northland Community and Technical College offer?
Northland Community and Technical College offers 6 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Marksmanship, Softball, Volleyball and Wrestling.
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