M State Academic Snapshot
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $5,908
- Out-of-State Tuition: $5,908
- Both in-state and out-of-state tuition are relatively affordable compared to national averages.
Student Population at M State:
- Total Enrollment: 5,645, including 1,568 online students
- All Undergraduate
- Gender Distribution: 37.4% men, 62.6% women.
- This is a lower medium-sized institution, balancing resources and a sense of community.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 47%. Lower graduation rate, which may reflect challenges in student retention or completion.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 47%. A significant portion of students transfer to other institutions.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 69%. Lower retention, which may reflect challenges in student engagement or support.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 116 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 29 programs available fully online.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Associate's.
M State Overview
Minnesota State Community and Technical College (M State) is a 2-4 year, public school located in Fergus Falls, MN. It is classified as special-use Associate's college by Carnegie Classification
The M State's tuition & fees is $5,908 for Minnesota residents and $5,908 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 45% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $4,473.
The school has a total enrollment of 5,645 and the students to faculty ratio is 18 to 1 (5.56%).
Minnesota State Community and Technical College is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
M State has 3 campuses and you can check institutes' campuses section for their information.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Minnesota State Community and Technical College is $5,908 for in-state students and $5,908 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $5,916 for Minnesota residents and $5,916 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
| Undergraduate | $5,908 | $5,908 |
| In-State | Out-of-State |
| Undergraduate | $5,916 | $5,916 |
The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Minnesota State Community and Technical College offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for undergraduate programs.
Special Learning Opportunities at M State
| Learning Opportunities |
| ROTC | No |
| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
| Teacher Certification | No |
| Study Abroad | No |
| On-Campus Services |
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | Yes |
| Placement services for completers | Yes |
| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
Minnesota State Community and Technical College Directory Information
M State Campuses and Colleges
Minnesota State Community and Technical College has 3 campuses and colleges. The following table shows each campus information. You can check the detailed tuition and directory inforatmion of each school by following the link on the school's name
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