Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Granite Falls, Minnesota |
| Online | mnwest.edu |
| School Type | Public 2 Year |
| Setting | Rural Fringe |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad |
Minnesota West Community and Technical College's Granite Falls campus is situated in rural southwestern Minnesota, approximately 120 miles west of Minneapolis-St. Paul. The campus occupies a modern facility overlooking the Minnesota River Valley and serves as one of five locations in the Minnesota West system. Established in 1965 as Granite Falls Area Vocational Technical Institute before merging into the Minnesota West system in 1997, the campus specializes in technical and career programs including powerline technology, wind energy technology, and computer support technology. The facility maintains specialized training laboratories and outdoor practice areas for its technical programs, with particular emphasis on energy sector training facilities. Students can access on-campus housing options through a partnership with a nearby apartment complex, though many students commute from surrounding communities.
Annual Cost to Attend
Minnesota Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $636 |
| Room and Board | $6,500 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,900 |
| Total One Year Cost | $19,084 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $636 |
| Room and Board | $6,500 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,900 |
| Total One Year Cost | $24,932 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Health Professions | 56% |
| Construction Trades | 10% |
| Business | 8% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 7% |
| Mechanic and Repair Technologies | 7% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=173638 IPEDS survey data for Minnesota West Community and Technical College.
Current students may use the Minnesota West Community and Technical College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025