There are 74 accredited colleges and universities in Minnesota. They admit an average of 74% of applicants, and the average net price after aid is $18,348 per year. Compare acceptance rates, SAT/ACT scores, and net prices — and see your personal admission chances for free.
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The most selective and highly ranked accredited universities in Minnesota. Click any school for its acceptance rate, SAT/ACT scores, net price, and a free admission-chance estimate.
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Universities in Minnesota with the lowest average net price after grants and scholarships (federal College Scorecard data).
| University | Location | Avg Net Price |
|---|---|---|
| White Earth Tribal and Community College | Mahnomen, MN | $1,811 |
| Red Lake Nation College | Red Lake, MN | $5,672 |
| Riverland Community College | Austin, MN | $7,427 |
| University of Minnesota-Morris | Morris, MN | $8,837 |
| South Central College | North Mankato, MN | $9,082 |
| St Cloud Technical and Community College | Saint Cloud, MN | $9,635 |
| Ridgewater College | Willmar, MN | $10,046 |
| Minnesota North College | Hibbing, MN | $10,432 |
| Century College | White Bear Lake, MN | $10,906 |
| Northwest Technical College | Bemidji, MN | $10,996 |
| Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science | Rochester, MN | $11,577 |
| Inver Hills Community College | Inver Grove Heights, MN | $11,636 |
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There are 74 accredited colleges and universities in Minnesota in Admit Coach's database, sourced from federal IPEDS data. They admit an average of 74% of applicants and cost about $18,348 per year after aid.
Carleton College is the highest nationally ranked university in Minnesota. The best college depends on your major, budget, and admission chances, though. Admit Coach ranks all 74 Minnesota colleges by your personal fit using your GPA and test scores, not just national reputation.
The average net price — the real cost after grants and scholarships — at colleges in Minnesota is about $18,348 per year. Admit Coach shows net price by five income brackets for every school, so you see the estimate for your family's income bracket, not just the sticker price.
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