South Central College is a Minnesota Community and Technical College with a history of academic excellence since 1946. The college has campuses in two great communities: Faribault and Mankato.
School Highlights
South Central College serves 4,209 students (29% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the state community college average of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 42%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
Enrollment: 4,209 students
In-state tuition: $5,378
Out-state tuition: $5,378
Student:teacher ratio: 18:1
Minority enrollment: 30%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
The student population of South Central College has grown by 51% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 has increased from 12:1 over five years.
The South Central College diversity score of 0.49 is less than the state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
4,209 students
2,555 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
22:1
# Full-Time Students
1,231 students
915 students
# Part-Time Students
2,978 students
1,808 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
420 students
372 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,231 students
842 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
38 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,978 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
1%
6%
% Hispanic
9%
8%
% Black
9%
15%
% White
70%
58%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
2%
4%
% Non Resident races
2%
1%
% Unknown races
5%
6%
Diversity Score
0.49
0.63
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.2636%
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)
$36,100
$36,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $5,378 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 $5,378 is less than the state average of $6,145. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,378
$5,489
Out-State Tuition Fees
$5,378
$6,145
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
94%
89%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,000
$12,264
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,242
$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
South Central College offers Associate in Arts, Associate in
Applied Science, Associate in Science (degrees), diplomas, and
certificates. South Central College has more than 50 quality
program options with industry-savvy instructors. Many programs have
evening degree completion opportunities. South Central College
offers a variety of online courses. South Central College offers
on-campus child care, career counseling and academic support
services including tutoring and ADA assistance. South Central
College enjoys established relationships with regional businesses
and industries that provide great employment opportunities for
students and graduates. South Central College offers a unique
agriculture education "2 plus 2" program in collaboration with the
University of Minnesota.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does South Central College cost?
South Central College's tuition is approximately $5,378 for In-State students and $5,378 for Out-State students.
What is South Central College's ranking?
South Central College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Minnesota for: Least expensive tuition.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to South Central College is Bethany Lutheran College (2.7 miles away)
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Quick Stats (2024-25)
Enrollment: 4,209 students
In-state tuition: $5,378
Out-state tuition: $5,378
Student:teacher ratio: 18:1
Minority enrollment: 30%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
For Minnesota public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $5,489 per year for in-state students and $6,145 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $17,208 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.
