C
Average
Score: 50/100
Overall (traditional)
B
Outcome Rating
72/100 · earnings-weighted

Minnesota State College Southeast

2-Year Public
📍 Winona, Minnesota 55987
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: 51%
Outcomes
C+
57/100
Affordability
C+
61/100
Resources
C+
60/100
Experience
D
36/100
Prestige
D
31/100

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

2,020
Total Enrollment
51%
Graduation Rate
64%
Retention Rate
17.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$14,441
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Minnesota State College Southeast ▼

55% 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
$260,257
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,171
1-Year Change
+6.1%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$43,613
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$42,376
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$12,971
Median debt at graduation
47.5%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
25.2%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 30% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 82nd 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 Minnesota State College Southeast

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
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$74,091$76,188-6%#663 of 962#860$20,752
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions$59,857—————
Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians—$58,135+4%#22 of 39#29—
Health and Medical Administrative Services—$45,078+22%#90 of 286#115—
Accounting and Related Services—$39,435-17%#205 of 225#220—

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 Minnesota State College Southeast Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $260,257
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,171/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 55987 (3.5% cap, Winona)

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🏆 Where Minnesota State College Southeast Ranks

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

🥉
Musical Instrument Fabrication and Repair
of 4 schools
#16
CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician
of 27 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $6,374 $6,374

Financial Aid

75%
Receive Any Aid
41%
Receive Pell Grants
38%
Take Out Loans
$14,441
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$13,307
$30,001 - $48,000$12,296
$48,001 - $75,000$15,650
$75,001 - $110,000$18,058
$110,001+$19,774

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Musical Instrument Fabrication and Repair 52 grads/yr CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician 45 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 44 grads/yr Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist 25 grads/yr Office Management and Supervision 23 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 20 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 17 grads/yr Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering Technology/Technician 16 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 16 grads/yr Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor 16 grads/yr Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer 12 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 12 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 12 grads/yr Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician 11 grads/yr Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) Machinist Technology/CNC Machinist 10 grads/yr Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General 9 grads/yr Biomedical Technology/Technician 9 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 7 grads/yr Carpentry/Carpenter 6 grads/yr Accounting 5 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Minnesota State College Southeast's top programs commonly pursue.

Musical instrument repairers and tuners
$45k/yr 6,200 jobs
Electrical and electronics drafters
$74k/yr 21,600 jobs
Mechanical drafters
$69k/yr 42,900 jobs
Architectural and civil drafters
$64k/yr 110,500 jobs
Drafters, all other
$62k/yr 17,100 jobs
Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Skincare specialists
$42k/yr 97,400 jobs

Student Demographics

2,020
Total Students
57%
Women
36%
Traditional Age (18-24)
55%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 80%
Hispanic 6%
Black 5%
Asian 2%
Two or More 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 55%
With Family 45%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,105 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 40%
Hybrid (Some Online) 24%
Fully Online 37%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 36%
25-64 (Adult) 29%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Minnesota State College Southeast?
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 Minnesota State College Southeast?
Tuition at Minnesota State College Southeast is $6,374 for in-state students and $6,374 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $14,441.
What is the graduation rate at Minnesota State College Southeast?
The graduation rate at Minnesota State College Southeast is 51%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Minnesota State College Southeast a good school?
Minnesota State College Southeast 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 (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Minnesota State College Southeast?
Minnesota State College Southeast has a total enrollment of 2,020 students.
Is there rental demand near Minnesota State College Southeast?
Yes! Approximately 55% of students at Minnesota State College Southeast live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,105 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Winona area.

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