Minnesota State College Southeast Tuition & Outcomes (2026)
Minnesota State College Southeast is a public certificate and vocational school in Winona, Minnesota, enrolling about 1,388 students. Programs focus on certificates and workforce credentials that prepare students for skilled trades and technical careers. Typical net price after grant aid is about $16,140 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $6,432. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $43,613 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $6,432
- 2024 Average Net Price: $16,140 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,388 53.8% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 47.47%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional
- First-Generation Students: 34.5%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 4.4% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 6.5% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 44.9%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 3,050
- Room & Board: $9,546 annual estimate
Minnesota State College Southeast: what the data shows
Common questions about Minnesota State College Southeast, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Minnesota State College Southeast?
Minnesota State College Southeast is located in Winona, MN (ZIP 55987).
NCES locale classification: Town distant.
Is Minnesota State College Southeast public or private?
Minnesota State College Southeast is a Public institution.
How much does Minnesota State College Southeast cost?
Published tuition: $6,432.
Average net price after aid: $16,140.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $15,072 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $14,387 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $16,036 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $18,659 |
| $110,001+ | $20,908 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $25,728.
How big is Minnesota State College Southeast?
Total enrollment: 1,388 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 3,050 students.
About 54% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Minnesota State College Southeast?
150%-time completion rate: 47.47%.
First-year retention: 63.0%.
What do graduates of Minnesota State College Southeast earn?
Median earnings: $42,376 six years after entry; $43,613 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $12,971.
25.15% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Minnesota State College Southeast known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Musical Instrument Fabrication and Repair (52 completions)
- CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician (45 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (44 completions)
- Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist (25 completions)
- Office Management and Supervision (23 completions)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (20 completions)
- Welding Technology/Welder (17 completions)
- Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering Technology/Technician (16 completions)
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies (16 completions)
- Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor (16 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Minnesota State College Southeast a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 47.47%; median earnings $43,613 at 10 years; net price $16,140. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$6,432
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Minnesota State College Southeast was $6,432.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$16,140
2024 Value
In 2024 Minnesota State College Southeast had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $16,140.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$64,560 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$16,140 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$25,728 4-Year Tuition
$9,546 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,000 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$16,978 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$67,912 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Minnesota State College Southeast.
Financial Aid by Income Level
25.15% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
22.18% 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 Minnesota State College Southeast 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 Minnesota State College Southeast 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 | $6,064 | $6,064 | $15,426 |
| 2014 | $5,617 | $5,617 | $15,089 |
| 2015 | $5,618 | $5,618 | $15,182 |
| 2016 | $5,590 | $5,590 | $13,707 |
| 2017 | $5,630 | $5,630 | $12,668 |
| 2018 | $5,628 | $5,628 | $14,163 |
| 2019 | $5,686 | $5,686 | $13,824 |
| 2020 | $5,835 | $5,835 | $13,063 |
| 2021 | $6,562 | $6,562 | $15,897 |
| 2022 | $7,490 | $7,490 | $16,635 |
| 2023 | $7,820 | $7,820 | $15,548 |
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
Minnesota State College Southeast reported total enrollment of about 1,388 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 42% male and 58% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (78.0%), Hispanic or Latino (7.4%), and Black or African American (5.6%). About 25.15% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 34.5% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
53.8% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Minnesota State College Southeast in 2024 is 1,388 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 3,050 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
63.0%
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 78.0%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
39.87% 100% Completion Time
47.47% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 39.87% of students graduating from Minnesota State College Southeast completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Musical Instrument Fabrication and Repair: 79% male / 21% female
- CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician: 76% male / 24% female
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 5% male / 95% 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 Minnesota State College Southeast.
Return on Investment
$12,971 Median Student Debt
$43,613 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
29.74% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
575.54% Return on Investment
3.0 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Minnesota State College Southeast.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 40 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Musical Instrument Fabrication and Repair: 52 completions
2. CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician: 45 completions
3. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 44 completions
4. Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist: 25 completions
5. Office Management and Supervision: 23 completions
6. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 20 completions
7. Welding Technology/Welder: 17 completions
8. Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering Technology/Technician: 16 completions
9. Criminal Justice/Safety Studies: 16 completions
Most popular programs at Minnesota State College Southeast.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Minnesota State College Southeast graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Minnesota State College Southeast from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 44.9%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $9,284
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $8,559
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Minnesota State College Southeast is a public institution located in Winona, 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 Musical Instrument Fabrication and Repair, CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Enrollment is approximately 1,388 students. Student body composition includes White (78.0%), Hispanic or Latino (7.4%), Black or African American (5.6%). The 150%-time completion rate is 47.47%. Approximately 25.15% of students receive Pell Grants. About 34.5% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional
Location
Winona, MN 55987
Region: Plains
Insights and Analysis
Minnesota State College Southeast 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 Minnesota State College Southeast located?
Minnesota State College Southeast is located in Winona, MN.
How much does Minnesota State College Southeast cost?
Reported tuition is $6,432 and average net price is $16,140 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $9,546 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Minnesota State College Southeast?
Minnesota State College Southeast reports undergraduate enrollment of about 3,050 students, White (78.0%), Hispanic or Latino (7.4%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Minnesota State College Southeast?
About 34.5% of students at Minnesota State College Southeast are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Minnesota State College Southeast earn?
Median earnings are $42,376 six years after entry and $43,613 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Minnesota State College Southeast?
The 150%-time completion rate is 47.5% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Minnesota State College Southeast students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $12,971.
Is Minnesota State College Southeast public or private?
Minnesota State College Southeast is a public institution located in Winona, MN.
Is Minnesota State College Southeast an HBCU?
No. Minnesota State College Southeast is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Minnesota State College Southeast a tribal college?
No. Minnesota State College Southeast is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Minnesota State College Southeast a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Minnesota State College Southeast does not meet that proxy (reported share 7.4%).
Is Minnesota State College Southeast religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Minnesota State College Southeast 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
- Winona, 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.