C
Average
Score: 50/100
Overall (traditional)
B+
Outcome Rating
78/100 · earnings-weighted

Anoka Technical College

2-Year Public
📍 Anoka, Minnesota 55303
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 56%
Outcomes
C+
59/100
Affordability
C+
64/100
Resources
C+
57/100
Experience
D
36/100
Prestige
F
26/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

1,822
Total Enrollment
56%
Graduation Rate
64%
Retention Rate
17.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$11,488
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Anoka Technical College ▼

38% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$384,283
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,615
1-Year Change
+4.6%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Anoka Technical College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$47,746
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$45,073
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$11,000
Median debt at graduation
66.5%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
33.3%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 23% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 91st percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (MN wage index 1.10). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Anoka Technical College

Median pay of associate's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians—$78,180+15%#15 of 59#22—
Computer Engineering Technologies/Technicians$41,158$63,639+15%#3 of 14#4$18,500
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions$62,699$63,129-3%#310 of 560#439$13,500
Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians—$55,198-1%#25 of 39#33—
Precision Metal Working$51,747—————
Health and Medical Administrative Services$44,570$50,695+37%#29 of 286#60$24,000
Legal Support Services—$50,480+13%#31 of 109#45—
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services$38,417$43,672+3%#291 of 476#352$15,416

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Anoka Technical College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $384,283
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,615/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 55304 (4.6% cap, Andover)

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🏆 Where Anoka Technical College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#8
Sterile Processing Technology/Technician
of 21 schools
#17
Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD
of 20 schools
#22
Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) Machinist Technology/CNC Machinist
of 24 schools
#27
Emergency Care Attendant (EMT Ambulance)
of 43 schools
#27
Machine Tool Technology/Machinist
of 40 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $5,692 $5,692

Financial Aid

73%
Receive Any Aid
37%
Receive Pell Grants
34%
Take Out Loans
$11,488
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$10,196
$30,001 - $48,000$10,221
$48,001 - $75,000$11,603
$75,001 - $110,000$14,955
$110,001+$15,769

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide 176 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 101 grads/yr Emergency Care Attendant (EMT Ambulance) 75 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 58 grads/yr Electrician 57 grads/yr Machine Tool Technology/Machinist 53 grads/yr Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General 31 grads/yr Computer Support Specialist 31 grads/yr Sterile Processing Technology/Technician 30 grads/yr Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD 29 grads/yr Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) Machinist Technology/CNC Machinist 26 grads/yr Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder 23 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 22 grads/yr Health Unit Coordinator/Ward Clerk 21 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 17 grads/yr Occupational Therapist Assistant 17 grads/yr Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician 17 grads/yr Medical/Clinical Assistant 16 grads/yr Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician 16 grads/yr Computer/Computer Systems Technology/Technician 13 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Anoka Technical College's top programs commonly pursue.

Nursing assistants
$40k/yr 1,441,500 jobs
Welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers
$51k/yr 457,300 jobs
Welding, soldering, and brazing machine setters, operators, and tenders
$47k/yr 38,900 jobs
Ambulance drivers and attendants, except emergency medical technicians
$34k/yr 12,300 jobs
Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses
$62k/yr 651,400 jobs
Signal and track switch repairers
$84k/yr 8,700 jobs
First-line supervisors of construction trades and extraction workers
$79k/yr 921,600 jobs
Electricians
$62k/yr 818,700 jobs

Student Demographics

1,822
Total Students
54%
Women
49%
Traditional Age (18-24)
38%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 61%
Hispanic 8%
Black 17%
Asian 6%
Two or More 5%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 38%
With Family 62%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~694 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 39%
Hybrid (Some Online) 26%
Fully Online 35%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 49%
25-64 (Adult) 45%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Anoka Technical College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Anoka Technical College?
Tuition at Anoka Technical College is $5,692 for in-state students and $5,692 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $11,488.
What is the graduation rate at Anoka Technical College?
The graduation rate at Anoka Technical College is 56%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Anoka Technical College a good school?
Anoka Technical College has a Repit College Score of 50/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Anoka Technical College?
Anoka Technical College has a total enrollment of 1,822 students.
Is there rental demand near Anoka Technical College?
Yes! Approximately 38% of students at Anoka Technical College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 694 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Anoka area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology