School Highlights
Minnesota School of Business-Elk River served 236 students (63% of students were full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 26:1 was lower than the state community college average of 36:1.
Minority enrollment was 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American), which was less than the state average of 43%.
School Overview
Minnesota School of Business-Elk River
(MN) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Item not available
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
9 staff
94 staff
Student Body
Total Enrollment
236 students
2,812 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
36:1
# Full-Time Students
149 students
1,168 students
# Part-Time Students
87 students
1,714 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
149 students
2,681 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
149 students
1,143 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
1%
% Asian
1%
6%
% Hispanic
4%
8%
% Black
1%
16%
% White
78%
57%
% Two or more races
1%
4%
% Unknown races
13%
7%
Diversity Score
0.37
0.00
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$35,200
$36,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
In-State Tuition Fees
$14,040
$5,530
Out-State Tuition Fees
$14,040
$6,060
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
86%
Median Debt for Graduates
$27,889
$13,775
Median Debt for Dropouts
$9,500
$7,253
Source: 2020 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Minnesota School of Business-Elk River cost?
Minnesota School of Business-Elk River's tuition is approximately $14,040 for In-State students and $14,040 for Out-State students.
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