Inver Hills Community College

Overview

Inver Hills Community College, situated in Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota, offers a diverse range of academic programs with particular strengths in liberal arts, sciences, and business. Founded in 1970, this institution provides a comprehensive learning environment on a 90-acre wooded campus approximately 10 miles south of St. Paul, allowing for both suburban tranquility and proximity to urban amenities. The college serves students through a semi-competitive admission process that facilitates access to higher education while maintaining academic standards. While Inver Hills Community College does not provide on-campus housing, it compensates by fostering a network of support for off-campus living options. Its academic profile includes popular majors in Nursing, Human Services, and Emergency Services, with a focus on cultivating practical skills for workforce entry and transfer opportunities to four-year universities. Not primarily recognized for its athletic programs, the college concentrates on educational development and community engagement over intercollegiate sports competition.

Inver Hills Community College has an open admission policy which permits enrollment by any high school graduate or GED holding student.  1,101 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 2,358 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $5,420 plus fees of $587.