College Profile: Minnesota West Community and Technical College
Minnesota West Community and Technical College is dedicated to serving the varied educational needs of our diverse populations in affordable, accessible and supportive settings.
At Minnesota West we want you to REACH your potential. Our friendly environment will help make your transition a pleasant and rewarding experience. At Minnesota West you’ll find strong academic and technical programs along with a network of support services designed to help you succeed.
Minnesota West offers liberal arts and sciences programs that are transferable to four-year institutions and technical and career programs that lead to employment or possibly transfer.
Students at Minnesota West have the opportunity to take classes through multiple delivery methods: traditional classrooms, instructional television classrooms, and online classrooms.
The Granite Falls Campus of Minnesota West prides itself on a quality education with accessibility for many different types of students. Our campus meets the needs of the workforce and community by providing many online, technical, and liberal art courses. Whether a student wants to complete a few courses and transfer or earn a degree, the Granite Falls campus has variety of educational options. Minnesota West is a leader in the state and the upper Midwest in Renewable Energy and Computerized Manufacturing.
Our safe, attractive and friendly city, set in the beautiful Minnesota River Valley, prides itself on a small town atmosphere, friendly residents, and scenic views. While in Granite Falls you will have the opportunity to experience fine shopping and excellent customer service in either our quaint downtown, located on the West bank of the Minnesota River or along Highway 212. Be sure to stop at the Kilowatt Community Center and Prairie's Edge Casino and Resort.
While you are enjoying the historic city, you will be able to visit Sorlien Park, stroll across the pedestrian bridge to Rice Park and feed the pelicans just below the Granite Falls Dam. You may also consider visiting the Yellow Medicine County Historical Museum which contains the Museum and attractive exterior displays. Locate the city's web site at www.granitefalls.com for more information.
800-658-2330 (general)
320-564-4511 (financial aid)
320-564-4511 (admissions)
Mission Statement
Minnesota West Community and Technical College is dedicated to serving the varied educational needs of our diverse populations in affordable, accessible and supportive settings.
General Information
Other Names |
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Type |
Public, 2-year |
Control |
Public |
Size |
1,000 - 4,999 |
Campus Setting |
Town: Remote |
Calendar System |
Semester |
Title IV Eligibility |
Participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs |
Relgious Affiliation |
Not applicable |
College Student Services Offered
Yes |
Remedial Services | Yes |
Academic/career counseling service |
Yes |
Employment services for students | Yes |
Placement services for completers |
Yes |
On-campus day care for students' children | |
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College Special Learning Opportunities
No |
ROTC | Yes |
Distance learning opportunities |
No |
ROTC: Army | No |
Study abroad |
No |
ROTC: Navy | No |
Weekend/evening college |
No |
ROTC: Air Force | |
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Sources: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
More info
Minnesota West Community and Technical College Website
Admissions Considerations & Recommendations
Open admission policy |
Yes |
Admission test scores |
Not applicable |
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language |
Not applicable |
Applicants (most recent fall period)
Admissions (most recent fall period)
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Percentage Receiving Financial Aid
Average Amount of Financial Aid Received
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergraduates
Average Tuition for Full-Time Graduates
Comprehensive Fee for Full-Time Undergraduates
Per Credit Hour Charge for Part-Time Undergraduates
Per Credit Hour Charge for Part-Time Graduates
Student Body
4,414 |
Student Body Size | Yes |
On-Campus Housing |
0 |
Fall Applicants | 16 |
Total Dormitory Capacity |
0 |
Fall Admissions | |
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Geography
Gender
Ethnicity
College Levels Offered
Yes |
Less than one year certificate | Yes |
One but less than two years certificate |
Yes |
Associate's degree | Yes |
Two but less than 4 years certificate |
No |
Bachelor's degree | No |
Postbaccalaureate certificate |
No |
Master's degree | No |
Post-master's certificate |
No |
Doctor's degree | No |
First-professional degree |
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| No |
First-professional certificate |
All Academic Programs
- Small Engine Mechanics and Repair Technology/Technician.
- Accounting.
- Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR).
- Human Services, General.
- Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician.
- Phlebotomy/Phlebotomist.
- Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage.
- Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General.
- Medical/Clinical Assistant.
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training (LPN, LVN, Cert.
- Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other.
- Receptionist.
- Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications.
- Robotics Technology/Technician.
- Hydraulics and Fluid Power Technology/Technician.
- Carpentry/Carpenter.
- Plumbing Technology/Plumber.
- Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN).
- CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician.
- Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General.
- Home Health Aide/Home Attendant.
- Farm/Farm and Ranch Management.
- Electrical and Power Transmission Installation/Installer, General.
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