The University of Minnesota Twin Cities campus offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs, including medical, pharmacy, dental, veterinary and law programs. They have a student enrollment of around 50,000, with an overall graduation rate of 63%. You must apply to the university no later than the semester before you wish to being classes. The acceptance rate for applicants is 53%.
This campus offers associate and technical degree programs in a variety of fields, including health and trade professions. There is a total student enrollment of around 9,000 with a graduation rate of 20%. Classes that you take here can be transferred to a four-year degree program at a college or university.
Tuition at public colleges in Minnesota is regulated by the state government. The 2010 to 2011 tuition rate for in-state students is $12,288 for both semesters. Books and supplies are estimated to be around $1,000 for the year and room and board being $7,576. Additional fees could be charged depending on your major or courses that you are taking each semester. Out of state tuition is $16,588 for both semesters with books, supplies, room and board being the same rate as in-state students. Financial aid is available to those who qualify.
Also regulated by the state, the tuition for community colleges and technical schools is significantly lower than at colleges or universities. The 2010 to 2011 tuition rate is $1,812.72 per semester for students taking 12 credit hours or more. If you take less than 12 hours, you will be charged per credit. This rate is $165.81 for general courses, $192.31 for online courses, $202.56 for the nursing program, and $243.76 for law enforcement, video, air traffic control and digital art programs. Financial aid is available with a minimum of six credit hours being taken. Financial aid is available.