- Anoka-Ramsey Community College is an open-door, comprehensive higher education institution committed to excellence in teaching and learning. Anoka-Ramsey is committed to responding to the educational needs of its changing communities and to providing opportunities for enhancing knowledge, skills, and values in a supportive learning environment.
School Highlights
Anoka-Ramsey Community College serves 10,430 students (28% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the state community college average of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the state average of 42%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 10,430 students
- In-state tuition: $5,004
- Out-state tuition: $5,004
- Student:teacher ratio: 28:1
- Minority enrollment: 39%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Anoka-Ramsey Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
School Overview
The teacher population of 375 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Anoka-Ramsey Community College
(MN) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Nontraditional
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
375 staff
153 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Anoka-Ramsey Community College has grown by 18% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 has increased from 23:1 over five years.
The Anoka-Ramsey Community College diversity score of 0.60 is less than the state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has grown by 16% over five years.
Total Enrollment
10,430 students
2,555 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
22:1
# Full-Time Students
2,922 students
915 students
# Part-Time Students
7,508 students
1,808 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
104 students
372 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,922 students
842 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
38 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
7,508 students
1,771 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
12 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
116 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
1%
% Asian
7%
6%
% Hispanic
6%
8%
% Black
12%
15%
% White
61%
58%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
4%
4%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
8%
6%
Diversity Score
0.60
0.63
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.2172%
0.3421%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.5652%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$39,500
$36,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $5,004 is less than the state average of $5,489. The in-state tuition has declined by 5% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $5,004 is less than the state average of $6,145. The out-state tuition has declined by 5% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,004
$5,489
Out-State Tuition Fees
$5,004
$6,145
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
93%
89%
Median Debt for Graduates
$14,250
$12,264
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,484
$6,747
Acceptance Rate
n/a
94%
SAT Reading
n/a
625
SAT Math
n/a
600
SAT Writing
n/a
565
ACT Composite
n/a
24
ACT English
n/a
24
ACT Math
n/a
23
ACT Writing
n/a
8
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Anoka-Ramsey Community College (ARCC) is a multi-campus institution and a member institution of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system. The Coon Rapids Campus is located on the banks of the Mississippi River twenty miles north of downtown Minneapolis. The Cambridge Campus is located on west Highway 95 on the Rum River in Cambridge. Beginning in 1965 with 600 students in a wing of Centennial High School in Circle Pines, Anoka-Ramsey Community College has grown considerably. In 1967 the college moved to the current Coon Rapids Campus of approximately 103 acres. The Cambridge Campus opened in 1978 and has shown consistent growth in enrollment and facilities. In addition, students may complete many ARCC college courses at convenient off-site locations throughout the neighboring communities. During the 2003-2004 academic year, 9,798 students completed credit classes at the college. Annually, the college serves over 9,000 learners of all ages as they pursue associate degrees that transfer as the first two years of a bachelor's degree, or certificate programs that lead immediately to rewarding careers. Anoka-Ramsey Community College is a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System. The college also focuses on providing professional development and continuing education programs for working adults. Over 7,000 students enroll in these courses each year. Anoka-Ramsey Community College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission: A Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. The Registered Nurse, AS program is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission. The Physical Therapist Assistant, AAS program is accredited by The Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education of the American Physical Therapy Association. ARCC is governed by the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities Board of Trustees.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Anoka-Ramsey Community College cost?
Anoka-Ramsey Community College's tuition is approximately $5,004 for In-State students and $5,004 for Out-State students.
What is Anoka-Ramsey Community College's ranking?
Anoka-Ramsey Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Minnesota for: Least expensive tuition and Largest student body.
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