St Cloud Technical and Community College Tuition &
St Cloud Technical and Community College is a public community college in Saint Cloud, Minnesota, serving roughly 3,113 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $9,635 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $6,124. Student demographics in federal data include White (62.1%) and Black or African American (20.5%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $6,124
- 2024 Average Net Price: $9,635 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 3,113 52.3% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 44.87%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-High Traditional
- First-Generation Students: 32.1%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition decrease of 18.4% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 2.9% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 46.7%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 5,542
- Room & Board: $9,680 annual estimate
St Cloud Technical and Community College: what the data shows
Common questions about St Cloud Technical and Community College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is St Cloud Technical and Community College?
St Cloud Technical and Community College is located in Saint Cloud, MN (ZIP 56303-1240).
NCES locale classification: Town.
Is St Cloud Technical and Community College public or private?
St Cloud Technical and Community College is a Public institution.
How much does St Cloud Technical and Community College cost?
Published tuition: $6,124.
Average net price after aid: $9,635.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $6,889 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $6,654 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $8,908 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $11,666 |
| $110,001+ | $13,804 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $24,496.
How big is St Cloud Technical and Community College?
Total enrollment: 3,113 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 5,542 students.
About 52% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at St Cloud Technical and Community College?
150%-time completion rate: 44.87%.
First-year retention: 64.8%.
What do graduates of St Cloud Technical and Community College earn?
Median earnings: $42,307 six years after entry; $46,874 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $12,000.
34.42% of students receive Pell grants.
What is St Cloud Technical and Community College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (260 completions)
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training (76 completions)
- Electrician (42 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (39 completions)
- Teacher Assistant/Aide (30 completions)
- Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (24 completions)
- Dental Assisting/Assistant (24 completions)
- Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician (21 completions)
- Plumbing Technology/Plumber (18 completions)
- Civil Engineering Technologies/Technicians (17 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is St Cloud Technical and Community College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 44.87%; median earnings $46,874 at 10 years; net price $9,635. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$6,124
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at St Cloud Technical and Community College was $6,124.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$9,635
2024 Value
In 2024 St Cloud Technical and Community College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $9,635.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$38,540 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$9,635 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$24,496 4-Year Tuition
$9,680 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,300 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$17,104 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$68,416 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for St Cloud Technical and Community College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
34.42% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
23.03% 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 St Cloud Technical and Community 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 St Cloud Technical and Community 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 | $5,301 | $5,301 | $9,395 |
| 2014 | $5,308 | $5,308 | $9,443 |
| 2015 | $5,325 | $5,325 | $9,705 |
| 2016 | $5,295 | $5,295 | $10,140 |
| 2017 | $5,359 | $5,359 | $9,397 |
| 2018 | $5,377 | $5,377 | $9,847 |
| 2019 | $5,538 | $5,538 | $9,019 |
| 2020 | $5,631 | $5,631 | $9,249 |
| 2021 | $5,874 | $5,874 | $9,024 |
| 2022 | $6,075 | $6,075 | $11,288 |
| 2023 | $4,957 | $4,957 | $10,956 |
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
St Cloud Technical and Community College reported total enrollment of about 3,113 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 38% male and 62% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (62.1%), Black or African American (20.5%), and Hispanic or Latino (7.6%). About 34.42% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 32.1% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
52.3% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at St Cloud Technical and Community College in 2024 is 3,113 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 5,542 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
64.8%
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 62.1%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
36.38% 100% Completion Time
44.87% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 36.38% of students graduating from St Cloud Technical and Community 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: 25% male / 75% female
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training: 5% male / 95% female
- Electrician: 98% male / 2% 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 St Cloud Technical and Community College.
Return on Investment
$12,000 Median Student Debt
$46,874 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
25.60% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
1116.24% Return on Investment
2.6 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for St Cloud Technical and Community College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 47 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 260 completions
2. Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training: 76 completions
3. Electrician: 42 completions
4. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 39 completions
5. Teacher Assistant/Aide: 30 completions
6. Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician: 24 completions
7. Dental Assisting/Assistant: 24 completions
8. Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician: 21 completions
9. Plumbing Technology/Plumber: 18 completions
Most popular programs at St Cloud Technical and Community College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for St Cloud Technical and Community College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for St Cloud Technical and Community College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 46.7%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $9,489
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $8,545
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
St Cloud Technical and Community College is a public institution located in Saint Cloud, MN, classified as Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-High Traditional. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training, Electrician. Enrollment is approximately 3,113 students. Student body composition includes White (62.1%), Black or African American (20.5%), Hispanic or Latino (7.6%). The 150%-time completion rate is 44.87%. Approximately 34.42% of students receive Pell Grants. About 32.1% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-High Traditional
Location
Saint Cloud, MN 56303-1240
Region: Plains
Insights and Analysis
St Cloud Technical and Community College provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is St Cloud Technical and Community College located?
St Cloud Technical and Community College is located in Saint Cloud, MN.
How much does St Cloud Technical and Community College cost?
Reported tuition is $6,124 and average net price is $9,635 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $9,680 annually.
What is the student body demographics at St Cloud Technical and Community College?
St Cloud Technical and Community College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 5,542 students, White (62.1%), Black or African American (20.5%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend St Cloud Technical and Community College?
About 32.1% of students at St Cloud Technical and Community College are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of St Cloud Technical and Community College earn?
Median earnings are $42,307 six years after entry and $46,874 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at St Cloud Technical and Community College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 44.9% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do St Cloud Technical and Community College students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $12,000.
Is St Cloud Technical and Community College public or private?
St Cloud Technical and Community College is a public institution located in Saint Cloud, MN.
Is St Cloud Technical and Community College an HBCU?
No. St Cloud Technical and Community College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is St Cloud Technical and Community College a tribal college?
No. St Cloud Technical and Community College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is St Cloud Technical and Community College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, St Cloud Technical and Community College does not meet that proxy (reported share 7.6%).
Is St Cloud Technical and Community College religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for St Cloud Technical and Community 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
- Saint Cloud, Minnesota city 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.