by our College Data Analytics TeamHome to about 3,253 undergraduates in 2020, Minnesota West is a small, public college located in Granite Falls, Minnesota. This is a great opportunity for those who would thrive in a charming, small-town atmosphere. Please note, some classes/degrees offered by Minnesota West can be taken “online” so keep that in mind when reviewing this report. For more context, you might also check out our Minnesota West Guide to Distance and Online Learning.
For more information on policies and accommodations that the college provides to ensure all students get the opportunity to participate, you can visit Minnesota West Disability Services.
While not a "service academy", Minnesota West does offer support for veterans and those seeking a career in the armed forces. For more information on policies related to veterans, you can visit Minnesota West Veteran Services . For more information, check out our Minnesota West for Veterans Guide.
For students with young families, Minnesota West does offer some day care. Programs like this are often in very high demand, so be sure to inquire as soon as you can.
Minnesota West offers on-campus housing, but freshmen are not required to take advantage of it.
* Data compiled from students who received financial aid, including loans.
Minnesota West has a comparatively small, student body. There were 3,253 undergraduates in 2020. Full-time attendance was 991 (30.5%). Part-time attendance was 2,262 (69.5%).
| Full-time | Part-time | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 991 | 2,262 | 3,253 |
Compared to other colleges and universities across the nation, Minnesota West is more diverse than average in terms of overall diversity. We rank Minnesota West #835 out of 3,451.
The chart below shows each element that we looked at to determine this ranking, and how that metric compares to the national average. 100 would indicate excellent diversity in each category, and 1 would mean poor diversity.
You can learn more about the diversity of the student body at Minnesota West by looking closer at the ethnic, gender, age, and geographic diversity metrics from the Minnesota West Diversity Guide.
Minnesota West has a total of 103 student athletes, 73 men and 30 women who compete in inter-collegiate athletics.
| Total Revenue (all teams) | $331,609 |
| Total Expenses (all teams) | $321,235 |
| Net | $10,374 |
For more information about athletics including per-team sizes, coaching and scholarships check out our Guide to Minnesota West Community and Technical College Athletics