South Central College Tuition & Completion (2026)
South Central College is a public community college in North Mankato, Minnesota, enrolling about 1,946 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $9,082 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $6,146. Student demographics in federal data include White (63.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (15.6%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $6,146
- 2024 Average Net Price: $9,082 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,946 47.1% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 39.12%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
- First-Generation Students: 36.7%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 5.4% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 47.7%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 4,495
- Room & Board: $7,400 annual estimate
South Central College: what the data shows
Common questions about South Central College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is South Central College?
South Central College is located in North Mankato, MN (ZIP 56003-1920).
NCES locale classification: Rural remote.
Is South Central College public or private?
South Central College is a Public institution.
How much does South Central College cost?
Published tuition: $6,146.
Average net price after aid: $9,082.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $6,470 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $8,439 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $9,368 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $10,947 |
| $110,001+ | $15,132 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $24,584.
How big is South Central College?
Total enrollment: 1,946 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 4,495 students.
About 47% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at South Central College?
150%-time completion rate: 39.12%.
First-year retention: 59.0%.
What do graduates of South Central College earn?
Median earnings: $40,637 six years after entry; $45,068 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $12,000.
32.65% of students receive Pell grants.
What is South Central College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (132 completions)
- Automation Engineer Technology/Technician (57 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (52 completions)
- Welding Technology/Welder (49 completions)
- Child Care Provider/Assistant (30 completions)
- Dental Assisting/Assistant (23 completions)
- Business/Commerce, General (23 completions)
- Social Work (19 completions)
- 04.8051 (19 completions)
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training (18 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is South Central College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 39.12%; median earnings $45,068 at 10 years; net price $9,082. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$6,146
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at South Central College was $6,146.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$9,082
2024 Value
In 2024 South Central College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $9,082.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$36,328 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$9,082 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$24,584 4-Year Tuition
$7,400 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,250 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$14,796 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$59,184 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for South Central College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
32.65% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
19.61% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at South Central College was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for South Central College in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $5,370 | $5,370 | $11,410 |
| 2014 | $5,378 | $5,378 | $11,757 |
| 2015 | $5,379 | $5,379 | $11,367 |
| 2016 | $5,369 | $5,369 | $11,394 |
| 2017 | $5,417 | $5,417 | $10,484 |
| 2018 | $5,491 | $5,491 | $10,184 |
| 2019 | $5,491 | $5,491 | $10,175 |
| 2020 | $5,491 | $5,491 | $10,358 |
| 2021 | $5,966 | $5,966 | $10,438 |
| 2022 | $6,146 | $6,146 | $10,897 |
| 2023 | $6,146 | $6,146 | $10,314 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
South Central College reported total enrollment of about 1,946 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 39% male and 61% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (63.6%), Hispanic or Latino (15.6%), and Black or African American (10.8%). About 32.65% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 36.7% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
47.1% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at South Central College in 2024 is 1,946 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 4,495 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
59.0%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 63.6%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
29.59% 100% Completion Time
39.12% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 29.59% of students graduating from South Central College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 31% male / 69% female
- Automation Engineer Technology/Technician: 93% male / 7% female
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 17% male / 83% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for South Central College.
Return on Investment
$12,000 Median Student Debt
$45,068 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
26.63% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
1140.59% Return on Investment
2.7 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for South Central College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 49 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 132 completions
2. Automation Engineer Technology/Technician: 57 completions
3. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 52 completions
4. Welding Technology/Welder: 49 completions
5. Child Care Provider/Assistant: 30 completions
6. Dental Assisting/Assistant: 23 completions
7. Business/Commerce, General: 23 completions
8. Social Work: 19 completions
9. 04.8051: 19 completions
Most popular programs at South Central College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for South Central College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for South Central College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 47.7%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $9,318
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $10,248
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
South Central College is a public institution located in North Mankato, MN, classified as Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Automation Engineer Technology/Technician, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Enrollment is approximately 1,946 students. Student body composition includes White (63.6%), Hispanic or Latino (15.6%), Black or African American (10.8%). The 150%-time completion rate is 39.12%. Approximately 32.65% of students receive Pell Grants. About 36.7% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Location
North Mankato, MN 56003-1920
Region: Plains
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 39.12% graduation rate at South Central College falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is South Central College located?
South Central College is located in North Mankato, MN.
How much does South Central College cost?
Reported tuition is $6,146 and average net price is $9,082 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $7,400 annually.
What is the student body demographics at South Central College?
South Central College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 4,495 students, White (63.6%), Hispanic or Latino (15.6%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend South Central College?
About 36.7% of students at South Central College are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of South Central College earn?
Median earnings are $40,637 six years after entry and $45,068 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at South Central College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 39.1% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do South Central College students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $12,000.
Is South Central College public or private?
South Central College is a public institution located in North Mankato, MN.
Is South Central College an HBCU?
No. South Central College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is South Central College a tribal college?
No. South Central College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is South Central College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, South Central College does not meet that proxy (reported share 15.6%).
Is South Central College religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for South Central College in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Minnesota college costs
- Minnesota colleges by ROI
- Minnesota trade schools profile
- Plains regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Minnesota
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.