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 2024-2025.
| Name | Online Class | ROTC | Teacher Cert. | Study Abroad | Weekend/ Evening College | Campus Housing* | Meal Plan** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dakota County Technical College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Minnesota State Community and Technical College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ (122) | ✔ |
| South Central College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Rochester Community and Technical College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Century College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Minnesota North College - Mesabi Range Eveleth | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
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 |
| Minnesota State Community and Technical College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| South Central College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Rochester Community and Technical College | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Century College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Minnesota North College - Mesabi Range Eveleth | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 6 selected colleges, 4 schools are NAA members, 1 school is a member of NCAA, and 4 schools are NJCAA members.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dakota County Technical College | NAA, NCAA, NJCAA | - | Division II Independents | Division II Independents | 5 athletic programs |
| Minnesota State Community and Technical College | NAA, NJCAA | - | - | - | 6 athletic programs |
| South Central College | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Rochester Community and Technical College | NAA, NJCAA | - | - | - | 8 athletic programs |
| Century College | NAA, NJCAA | - | - | - | 3 athletic programs |
| Minnesota North College - Mesabi Range Eveleth | 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 | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Minnesota State Community and Technical College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| South Central College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Rochester Community and Technical College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Century College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Minnesota North College - Mesabi Range Eveleth | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
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*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs