D
Below Average
Score: 44/100

Normandale Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Bloomington, Minnesota 55431
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 (D) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 19%
Outcomes
D
38/100
Affordability
B
73/100
Resources
C
45/100
Experience
D
37/100
Prestige
F
28/100

Quick Stats

9,620
Total Enrollment
19%
Graduation Rate
56%
Retention Rate
28.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$11,987
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Normandale Community College

31% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 3,001 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$382,238
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,713
1-Year Change
+5.3%
For parents & investors

The Normandale Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $382,238
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,713/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 55435 (7.1% cap, Edina)

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🏆 Where Normandale Community College Ranks

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

#24
Community Health Services/Liaison/Counseling
of 24 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $5,347 $5,347

Financial Aid

77%
Receive Any Aid
56%
Receive Pell Grants
17%
Take Out Loans
$11,987
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$10,713
$30,001 - $48,000$11,221
$48,001 - $75,000$12,653
$75,001 - $110,000$14,938
$110,001+$17,393

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 686 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 79 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 76 grads/yr Computer Science 50 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 43 grads/yr Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General 41 grads/yr Community Health Services/Liaison/Counseling 32 grads/yr Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide 26 grads/yr Dental Hygiene/Hygienist 23 grads/yr Computer/Computer Systems Technology/Technician 21 grads/yr Pre-Engineering 19 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 18 grads/yr Accounting 16 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 14 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 14 grads/yr Creative Writing 13 grads/yr Small Business Administration/Management 11 grads/yr Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping 11 grads/yr Business/Office Automation/Technology/Data Entry 10 grads/yr Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General 9 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Normandale Community College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs
Construction managers
$107k/yr 550,300 jobs
Facilities managers
$105k/yr 151,400 jobs

Student Demographics

9,620
Total Students
58%
Women
53%
Traditional Age (18-24)
31%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 45%
Hispanic 13%
Black 23%
Asian 9%
Two or More 5%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 31%
With Family 69%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~3,001 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 32%
Hybrid (Some Online) 31%
Fully Online 37%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 53%
25-64 (Adult) 16%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Normandale Community 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 Normandale Community College?
Tuition at Normandale Community College is $5,347 for in-state students and $5,347 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $11,987.
What is the graduation rate at Normandale Community College?
The graduation rate at Normandale Community College is 19%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Normandale Community College a good school?
Normandale Community College has a Repit College Score of 44/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): 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 Normandale Community College?
Normandale Community College has a total enrollment of 9,620 students.
Is there rental demand near Normandale Community College?
Yes! Approximately 31% of students at Normandale Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 3,001 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Bloomington area.

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