Average

Score: 49/100

Overall (traditional)

N/R

Outcome Rating

No earnings reported

Red Lake Nation College

2-Year Public Tribal College

📍 Red Lake, Minnesota 56671

🌐 www.rlnc.education/

Red Lake Nation College — tuition $5,790

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Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

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: 48%

Outcomes

C+

55/100

Affordability

86/100

Resources

C+

60/100

Experience

18/100

Prestige

17/100

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

256

Total Enrollment

48%

Graduation Rate

63%

Retention Rate

13.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

$8,618

Avg Net Price

🏠 Housing Market Near Red Lake Nation College ▼

87% 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.

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Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

46.4%

Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)

62.3%

Students receiving Pell grants

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

For parents & investors

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Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 56644 (3.0% cap, Gonvick)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$5,790	$5,790

Financial Aid

93%

Receive Any Aid

77%

Receive Pell Grants

Take Out Loans

$8,618

Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income	Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000	$8,444
$30,001 - $48,000	$7,451
$48,001 - $75,000	$5,739
$75,001 - $110,000	$12,138
$110,001+	$8,975

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

General Studies 34 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Red Lake Nation College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other

$78k/yr 183,400 jobs

Student Demographics

256

Total Students

73%

Women

37%

Traditional Age (18-24)

87%

Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

Two or More 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 87%

With Family 14%

🏘️ Rental Demand: ~221 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

Hybrid (Some Online) 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 37%

25-64 (Adult) 60%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Red Lake Nation 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 Red Lake Nation College?

Tuition at Red Lake Nation College is $5,790 for in-state students and $5,790 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $8,618.

What is the graduation rate at Red Lake Nation College?

The graduation rate at Red Lake Nation College is 48%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.

Is Red Lake Nation College a good school?

Red Lake Nation College has a Repit College Score of 49/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (A): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (F): 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 Red Lake Nation College?

Red Lake Nation College has a total enrollment of 256 students.

Is there rental demand near Red Lake Nation College?

Yes! Approximately 87% of students at Red Lake Nation College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 221 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Red Lake area.

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