C+
Above Average
Score: 54/100

Minnesota State Community and Technical College

2-Year Public
📍 Fergus Falls, Minnesota 56537
Outcomes
C+
55/100
Affordability
C+
64/100
Resources
C+
56/100
Experience
B
67/100
Prestige
D
32/100

Quick Stats

5,414
Total Enrollment
46%
Graduation Rate
65%
Retention Rate
21.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$9,646
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Minnesota State Community and Technical College

49% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 2,669 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$250,983
Avg Monthly Rent
$914
1-Year Change
+7.2%
For parents & investors

The Minnesota State Community and Technical College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $250,983
  • Avg rent near campus: $914/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 56533 (4.1% cap, Elizabeth)

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🏆 Where Minnesota State Community and Technical College Ranks

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

#6
Lineworker
of 38 schools
#9
Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations, General
of 24 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $5,424 $5,424
Total Cost (On-Campus) $19,760 $19,760

Financial Aid

82%
Receive Any Aid
40%
Receive Pell Grants
44%
Take Out Loans
$9,646
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$7,717
$30,001 - $48,000$8,023
$48,001 - $75,000$10,345
$75,001 - $110,000$13,867
$110,001+$15,339

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 239 grads/yr Lineworker 82 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 57 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 55 grads/yr Electrician 54 grads/yr Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations, General 49 grads/yr Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician 32 grads/yr Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer 31 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 30 grads/yr Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist 23 grads/yr Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General 21 grads/yr Accounting 20 grads/yr Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician 20 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 18 grads/yr Dental Hygiene/Hygienist 18 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 17 grads/yr Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping 16 grads/yr Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage 16 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 15 grads/yr American Sign Language (ASL) 15 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Minnesota State Community and Technical College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Electrical power-line installers and repairers
$93k/yr 127,400 jobs
First-line supervisors of mechanics, installers, and repairers
$78k/yr 617,500 jobs
Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses
$62k/yr 651,400 jobs
Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 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

Student Demographics

5,414
Total Students
62%
Women
40%
Traditional Age (18-24)
49%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 76%
Hispanic 5%
Black 9%
Asian 2%
Two or More 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 19%
Off-Campus (Renters) 49%
With Family 32%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~2,669 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 45%
Hybrid (Some Online) 27%
Fully Online 29%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 40%
25-64 (Adult) 19%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Minnesota State Community and 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 Minnesota State Community and Technical College?
Tuition at Minnesota State Community and Technical College is $5,424 for in-state students and $5,424 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $9,646.
What is the graduation rate at Minnesota State Community and Technical College?
The graduation rate at Minnesota State Community and Technical College is 46%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Minnesota State Community and Technical College a good school?
Minnesota State Community and Technical College has a Repit College Score of 54/100 (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 (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Minnesota State Community and Technical College?
Minnesota State Community and Technical College has a total enrollment of 5,414 students.
Is there rental demand near Minnesota State Community and Technical College?
Yes! Approximately 49% of students at Minnesota State Community and Technical College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 2,669 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Fergus Falls area.

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