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** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandria Technical & Community College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Riverland Community College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Central Lakes College-Brainerd | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Minnesota State Community and Technical College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ (122) | ✔ |
| Minnesota West Community and Technical College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ (21) | ✔ |
| Ridgewater College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandria Technical & Community College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Riverland Community College | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Central Lakes College-Brainerd | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Minnesota State Community and Technical College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Minnesota West Community and Technical College | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Ridgewater College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 6 selected colleges, all schools are member of NAA, and all schools are member of NJCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandria Technical & Community College | NAA, NJCAA | - | - | - | - |
| Riverland Community College | NAA, NJCAA | - | - | - | 5 athletic programs |
| Central Lakes College-Brainerd | NAA, NJCAA | - | - | - | 6 athletic programs |
| Minnesota State Community and Technical College | NAA, NJCAA | - | - | - | 6 athletic programs |
| Minnesota West Community and Technical College | NAA, NJCAA | - | - | - | 6 athletic programs |
| Ridgewater College | NAA, NJCAA | - | - | - | 6 athletic programs |
NAA: National 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandria Technical & Community College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Riverland Community College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Central Lakes College-Brainerd | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Minnesota State Community and Technical College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Minnesota West Community and Technical College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Ridgewater College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs