- Minneapolis College is a public community college in Minneapolis, Minnesota. It has one of the most diverse student populations in the state and enrolls nearly 11,100 credit students annually. Minneapolis College is part of Minnesota State, which offers two-year associate degrees, certificates, and diplomas.
School Highlights
Minneapolis Community and Technical College serves 6,733 students (34% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 48:1 is higher than the state community college average of 36:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 43%.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Enrollment: 6,733 students
- In-state tuition: $5,350
- Out-state tuition: $5,350
- Student-teacher ratio: 48:1
- Minority enrollment: 67%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Minneapolis Community and Technical College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 139 teachers has declined by 64% over five years.
Minneapolis Community and Technical College
(MN) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
139 staff
94 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Minneapolis Community and Technical College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 48:1 has increased from 18:1 over five years.
The Minneapolis Community and Technical College diversity score of 0.74 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
6,733 students
2,812 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
48:1
36:1
# Full-Time Students
2,261 students
1,168 students
# Part-Time Students
4,472 students
1,714 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
6,733 students
2,681 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,261 students
1,143 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
4,472 students
1,714 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
5%
6%
% Hispanic
12%
8%
% Black
36%
16%
% White
33%
57%
% Two or more races
6%
4%
% Non Resident races
2%
1%
% Unknown races
5%
7%
Diversity Score
0.74
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
14%
34%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$36,900
$36,900
Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $5,350 is less than the state average of $5,530. The in-state tuition has declined by 9% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $5,350 is less than the state average of $6,060. The out-state tuition has declined by 9% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,350
$5,530
Out-State Tuition Fees
$5,350
$6,060
Tuition Notes
$500,000 in scholarships awarded every year
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
80%
87%
Median Debt for Graduates
$18,890
$12,750
Median Debt for Dropouts
$9,500
$6,752
Sports
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Mascot
Wild Boars
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
25 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
3 Legged Frog- Environmental ClubAddiction Counseling Club
American Sign Language ClubAnime Club
Basketball ClubBike Collective
Christian Student AssociationCity College News- Studnet Newspaper
Cyber DefenseFlag Football Club
Math ClubPhi Theta Kappa Honor Society
PRIDE ClubRaÃces Unidas
SkillsUSASoccer Club
Student Nurses AssociationStudent Senate
Students Against Hunger & HomelessnessUnited Nations of Indian Tribes for Education
Urban Farm CollectiveVoyageur Outward Bound - Outdoor Adventures Program
Arts and Music Programs:
ChoirJazz Ensemble
Theater
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Minneapolis Community and Technical College cost?
Minneapolis Community and Technical College's tuition is approximately $5,350 for In-State students and $5,350 for Out-State students.
What is Minneapolis Community and Technical College's ranking?
Minneapolis Community and Technical College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Minnesota for: Least expensive tuition, Diversity in US community colleges and Largest student body.
In what neighborhood is Minneapolis Community and Technical College located?
Minneapolis Community and Technical College is located in the Central Minneapolis neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 1 other community '.college.' located in Central Minneapolis.
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