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Minnesota West Community and Technical College

Granite Falls, MN·Public·www.mnwest.edu/

Campus Identity

Very Safe

Minnesota West Community and Technical College is a public community college in Granite Falls, MN. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Minnesota West Community and Technical College is a public community college in Granite Falls, MN. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$5,650
In-State Tuition
+$636 fees
$5,650
Out-of-State Tuition
+$636 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Yield Rate
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Rural setting

Ski Access

72 miles

Powder Ridge Ski Area

Weather

Cold Climate

36°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

72 mi away
60 skiable acres7 lifts
72 mi away
35 skiable acres6 lifts
89 mi away
55 skiable acres10 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Granite Falls, MN

13°Jan18°Feb31°Mar45°Apr58°May68°Jun72°Jul70°Aug62°Sep48°Oct33°Nov19°Dec

Station: GRANITE FALLS · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

100/100
Very Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety100100100
100/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
100/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
100/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$5,650$5,650
Fees
$636$636
Total
$6,286$6,286
In-StateOut-of-State

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

76 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing AssistantsCertificate
257 grads/yr$69,014
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
77 grads/yr$46,027
Electrical and Power Transmission InstallersCertificate
59 grads/yr$79,845
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied ProfessionsCertificate
56 grads/yr
Precision Metal WorkingCertificate
35 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's19 grads$80,513
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers
Certificate59 grads$79,845
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate257 grads$69,014
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's16 grads$63,073
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
Certificate17 grads$54,690
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's29 grads$48,839
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's77 grads$46,027
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services
Certificate23 grads$27,683
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions
Certificate56 grads
Precision Metal Working
Certificate35 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Minnesota West Community and Technical College located?

Minnesota West Community and Technical College is located in Granite Falls, MN. The main campus address is 1593 11th Ave, Granite Falls, MN. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Minnesota West Community and Technical College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Minnesota West Community and Technical College charges $5,650/year for in-state students and $5,650/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $6,286/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Minnesota West Community and Technical College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Minnesota West Community and Technical College the right fit for me?

Whether Minnesota West Community and Technical College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($5,650/year out-of-state), campus culture in Granite Falls, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Minnesota West Community and Technical College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Minnesota West Community and Technical College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Granite Falls, MN
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Cold · 36°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
100/100
Nearest Airport
Redwood Falls, MN (RWF) · 30 mialso AXN (74 mi), ATY (78 mi)

Location

Granite Falls, MN

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.