Alexandria Technical & Community College Tuition &
Alexandria Technical & Community College is a public community college in Alexandria, Minnesota, enrolling about 1,533 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $13,691 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $6,236. Student demographics in federal data include White (79.4%) and Race/ethnicity unknown (7.6%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $6,236
- 2024 Average Net Price: $13,691 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,533 67.2% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 60.00%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional
- First-Generation Students: 26.3%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 1.7% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 1.4% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 54.7%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 4,704
- Room & Board: $10,024 annual estimate
Alexandria Technical & Community College: what the data shows
Common questions about Alexandria Technical & Community College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Alexandria Technical & Community College?
Alexandria Technical & Community College is located in Alexandria, MN (ZIP 56308).
NCES locale classification: Town remote.
Is Alexandria Technical & Community College public or private?
Alexandria Technical & Community College is a Public institution.
How much does Alexandria Technical & Community College cost?
Published tuition: $6,236.
Average net price after aid: $13,691.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $8,358 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $10,633 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $11,673 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $15,190 |
| $110,001+ | $17,526 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $24,944.
How big is Alexandria Technical & Community College?
Total enrollment: 1,533 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 4,704 students.
About 67% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Alexandria Technical & Community College?
150%-time completion rate: 60.00%.
First-year retention: 76.8%.
What do graduates of Alexandria Technical & Community College earn?
Median earnings: $46,061 six years after entry; $49,393 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $12,000.
15.77% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Alexandria Technical & Community College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Criminal Justice/Police Science (120 completions)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (51 completions)
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training (43 completions)
- Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician (39 completions)
- Welding Technology/Welder (39 completions)
- Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor (37 completions)
- Consumer Merchandising/Retailing Management (27 completions)
- Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (25 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (24 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (23 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Alexandria Technical & Community College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 60.00%; median earnings $49,393 at 10 years; net price $13,691. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$6,236
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Alexandria Technical & Community College was $6,236.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$13,691
2024 Value
In 2024 Alexandria Technical & Community College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $13,691.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$54,764 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$13,691 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$24,944 4-Year Tuition
$10,024 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,040 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$17,300 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$69,200 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Alexandria Technical & Community College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
15.77% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
17.77% 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 Alexandria Technical & 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 Alexandria Technical & 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 | $5,385 | $5,385 | $14,494 |
| 2014 | $5,397 | $5,397 | $14,865 |
| 2015 | $5,402 | $5,402 | $14,521 |
| 2016 | $5,358 | $5,358 | $14,134 |
| 2017 | $5,410 | $5,410 | $14,039 |
| 2018 | $5,416 | $5,416 | $14,260 |
| 2019 | $5,565 | $5,565 | $13,550 |
| 2020 | $5,649 | $5,649 | $13,636 |
| 2021 | $5,910 | $5,910 | $13,868 |
| 2022 | $6,107 | $6,107 | $13,949 |
| 2023 | $6,213 | $6,213 | $14,150 |
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
Alexandria Technical & Community College reported total enrollment of about 1,533 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 57% male and 43% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (79.4%), Race/ethnicity unknown (7.6%), and Hispanic or Latino (6.4%). About 15.77% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 26.3% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
67.2% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Alexandria Technical & Community College in 2024 is 1,533 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 4,704 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
76.8%
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 79.4%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
57.63% 100% Completion Time
60.00% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 57.63% of students graduating from Alexandria Technical & Community College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Criminal Justice/Police Science: 79% male / 21% female
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 41% male / 59% female
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training: 7% male / 93% 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 Alexandria Technical & Community College.
Return on Investment
$12,000 Median Student Debt
$49,393 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
24.29% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
801.92% Return on Investment
2.4 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Alexandria Technical & Community College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 38 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Criminal Justice/Police Science: 120 completions
2. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 51 completions
3. Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training: 43 completions
4. Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician: 39 completions
5. Welding Technology/Welder: 39 completions
6. Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor: 37 completions
7. Consumer Merchandising/Retailing Management: 27 completions
8. Speech-Language Pathology Assistant: 25 completions
9. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 24 completions
Most popular programs at Alexandria Technical & Community College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Alexandria Technical & Community College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Alexandria Technical & Community College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 54.7%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $9,453
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $8,621
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Alexandria Technical & Community College is a public institution located in Alexandria, MN, classified as Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Criminal Justice/Police Science, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training. Enrollment is approximately 1,533 students. Student body composition includes White (79.4%), Race/ethnicity unknown (7.6%), Hispanic or Latino (6.4%). The 150%-time completion rate is 60.00%. Approximately 15.77% of students receive Pell Grants. About 26.3% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional
Location
Alexandria, MN 56308
Region: Plains
Insights and Analysis
Alexandria Technical & 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 Alexandria Technical & Community College located?
Alexandria Technical & Community College is located in Alexandria, MN.
How much does Alexandria Technical & Community College cost?
Reported tuition is $6,236 and average net price is $13,691 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $10,024 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Alexandria Technical & Community College?
Alexandria Technical & Community College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 4,704 students, White (79.4%), Race/ethnicity unknown (7.6%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Alexandria Technical & Community College?
About 26.3% of students at Alexandria Technical & Community College are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Alexandria Technical & Community College earn?
Median earnings are $46,061 six years after entry and $49,393 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Alexandria Technical & Community College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 60.0% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Alexandria Technical & Community College students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $12,000.
Is Alexandria Technical & Community College public or private?
Alexandria Technical & Community College is a public institution located in Alexandria, MN.
Is Alexandria Technical & Community College an HBCU?
No. Alexandria Technical & Community College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Alexandria Technical & Community College a tribal college?
No. Alexandria Technical & Community College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Alexandria Technical & Community College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Alexandria Technical & Community College does not meet that proxy (reported share 6.4%).
Is Alexandria Technical & Community College religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Alexandria Technical & 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
- 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.