Special Learning Opportunity
The following table compares the special learning opportunities between selected colleges including distance learning opportunities, ROTC program, Study abroad, and more special chances of learning. This statistics is based on the latest data from IPEDS, U.S. Department of Education for academic year 2022-2023.
| Name | Online Class | ROTC | Teacher Cert. | Study Abroad | Weekend/ Evening College | Campus Housing* | Meal Plan** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dakota County Technical College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Hennepin Technical College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| South Central College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Saint Paul College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Central Lakes College-Staples Campus | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | |
| Minnesota North College - Mesabi Range Virginia | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ |
Student Services on Campus
The following table compares the on-campus students services and facilities between selected colleges including Student Counseling, Employment services for current students, Placement service for program completers, On-campus daycare facility, and library information.
| Name | Career Counseling | Employment Service | Placement Service | On Campus Daycare | Library Facilities |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dakota County Technical College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Hennepin Technical College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| South Central College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Saint Paul College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Central Lakes College-Staples Campus | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Minnesota North College - Mesabi Range Virginia | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 6 selected colleges, 1 schools are member of NAA, 1 schools are member of NCAA, and 1 schools are member of NJCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dakota County Technical College | NAA, NCAA, NJCAA | - | Division II Independents | Division II Independents | 5 athletic programs |
| Hennepin Technical College | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| South Central College | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Saint Paul College | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Central Lakes College-Staples Campus | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Minnesota North College - Mesabi Range Virginia | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
NJCAA: National Junior College Athletic Association
Additional Characteristics
The following table compares and describes additional facts of selected colleges including religious affiliation, specialized schools, and medical degree offer, and other facts.
| Name | Religious Affiliation | Historical Black School | Tribal School | Has Hospital | Offer Medical Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dakota County Technical College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Hennepin Technical College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| South Central College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Saint Paul College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Central Lakes College-Staples Campus | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Minnesota North College - Mesabi Range Virginia | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs