- Hibbing Community College, a technical & community college, provides excellence in lifelong educational and career opportunities in a responsive learning environment.
School Highlights
Minnesota North College serves 3,726 students (57% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 38:1 is higher than the state community college average of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 42%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 3,726 students
- In-state tuition: $5,309
- Out-state tuition: $6,491
- Student:teacher ratio: 38:1
- Minority enrollment: 23%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 99 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Minnesota North College
(MN) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Career & Technical-Mixed Traditional/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
99 staff
153 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Minnesota North College has grown by 260% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 38:1 has increased from 9:1 over five years.
The Minnesota North College diversity score of 0.40 is less than the state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has grown by 19% over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,726 students
2,555 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
38:1
22:1
# Full-Time Students
2,111 students
915 students
# Part-Time Students
1,615 students
1,808 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
372 students
372 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,111 students
842 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
38 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,615 students
1,771 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
12 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
112 students
116 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
3%
1%
% Asian
1%
6%
% Hispanic
5%
8%
% Black
7%
15%
% White
77%
58%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
5%
4%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
2%
6%
Diversity Score
0.40
0.63
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.361%
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)
$39,200
$36,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $5,309 is less than the state average of $5,489. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,491 is more than the state average of $6,145. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,309
$5,489
Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,491
$6,145
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
75%
89%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,000
$12,264
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$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 Administrators
School Notes
- HCC has been providing quality higher education since 1918. Although much has changed over the years, a quality education and a concern for student success remains at the heart of what we do. HCC is noted for its high-quality transfer and technical education, and excellent facilities, faculty, staff, and support systems. Innovative programs, partnerships with business and industry, alliances with community members and other educational institutions combined with a high-energy, on-campus environment have poised our college for the future. Hibbing Community College encourages students to use their talents and interests outside the classroom as well as in class. College activities are an important part of student development, creating a well-balanced program of involvement and learning. Hibbing Community College is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Minnesota North College cost?
Minnesota North College's tuition is approximately $5,309 for In-State students and $6,491 for Out-State students.
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