17 verified resources.
17 Resources
1. Minnesota Office of Higher Education — Free
State agency administering Minnesota financial aid programs, grants, scholarships, and student loan programs from the Energy Park Drive office in St. Paul. Oversees the State Grant, PSEO, and other programs. Apply via FAFSA and Minnesota Dream Act application; bring proof of state residency, income info, and school enrollment details. Free information and application help for Minnesota students and families.
651-642-0567 · 1450 Energy Park Dr #350, St. Paul, MN 55108 · Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm · Visit Website
2. Minnesota State Colleges & Universities — Paid
Minnesota State system offers affordable higher education through 26 colleges and 7 state universities across Minnesota from the system office on East 7th Street in St. Paul. Apply to individual campuses; bring high school or prior college transcripts, photo ID, and FAFSA results for financial aid. Tuition varies by campus and program; in-state residents pay lower rates than out-of-state students.
888-667-2848 · 30 7th St E #350, St. Paul, MN 55101 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
3. Minneapolis College — Paid
Two-year community and technical college offering associate degrees, certificates, and workforce training from the Hennepin Avenue campus in downtown Minneapolis. Serves transfer-bound and career-focused students. Apply online; bring high school transcript or GED, photo ID, and FAFSA for financial aid. Tuition is among the lowest in the state; part of Minnesota State system. Strong transfer pathways to 4-year schools.
612-659-6000 · 1501 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
4. Saint Paul College — Paid
Affordable two-year community and technical college offering career-focused programs and transfer degrees from the Marshall Avenue campus in downtown St. Paul. Serves traditional and non-traditional students. Apply online; bring high school transcript or GED, photo ID, and FAFSA for financial aid. Tuition is among the lowest in the Minnesota State system. Strong offerings in trades, health, and business.
651-846-1600 · 235 Marshall Ave, St. Paul, MN 55102 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
5. FAFSA – Federal Student Aid — Free
Free Application for Federal Student Aid is the gateway to federal Pell Grants, loans, and work-study for college students. File online at studentaid.gov; also required for Minnesota State Grant and most school-based aid. Bring the student's and parents' Social Security numbers, prior-year tax returns, bank statements, and driver's license. Free to apply; never pay a fee to submit the FAFSA.
800-433-3243 · 24/7 online · Visit Website
6. Minnesota GI Bill — Free
State education benefits program supplementing federal GI Bill benefits for Minnesota veterans, service members, and certain dependents. Administered through the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs on West 12th Street in St. Paul. Apply online; bring DD-214, proof of Minnesota residency, school enrollment verification, and federal VA certification. Free to apply; benefits paid directly toward tuition and fees.
651-296-2562 · 20 W 12th St, St. Paul, MN 55155 · Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm · Visit Website
7. Hennepin Technical College — Paid
Two-year technical college offering career programs in manufacturing, healthcare, information technology, construction trades, and automotive from campuses in Brooklyn Park and Eden Prairie. Apply online; bring high school transcript or GED, photo ID, and FAFSA for financial aid. Tuition is among the lowest in the Minnesota State system. Strong apprenticeship and industry partnerships.
952-995-1300 · 9000 Brooklyn Blvd, Brooklyn Park, MN 55445 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
8. Northland Community & Technical College — Paid
Affordable community and technical college offering trades, career, and transfer programs at campuses in Thief River Falls and East Grand Forks serving northern Minnesota. Apply online; bring high school transcript or GED, photo ID, and FAFSA for financial aid. Tuition is among the lowest in the Minnesota State system. Strong aerospace, agriculture, and health programs serving rural communities.
218-683-8800 · 1101 Highway 1 E, Thief River Falls, MN 56701 · Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm · Visit Website
9. ABE Minnesota – Adult Basic Education — Free
Free Adult Basic Education providing GED prep, English language learning, basic literacy, and workforce readiness for adults 17 and older across Minnesota at school districts and community partner sites. No income limits. Register at a local ABE program; bring photo ID and any prior transcripts. Free services; appropriate for adults returning to school or seeking to improve reading, math, or English skills.
800-222-1918 · Varies by location · Visit Website
10. Rochester Community and Technical College — Paid
Affordable two-year community and technical college offering associate degrees, certificates, and workforce training from the 30th Avenue SE campus in Rochester. Strong in health sciences and transfer pathways. Apply online; bring high school transcript or GED, photo ID, and FAFSA for financial aid. Tuition is among the lowest in the Minnesota State system. Serves southeastern Minnesota students.
507-285-7210 · 851 30th Ave SE, Rochester, MN 55904 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
11. Century College — Paid
Two-year community college offering career programs and transfer degrees from the Century Avenue campus in White Bear Lake, serving the east Twin Cities metro. Apply online; bring high school transcript or GED, photo ID, and FAFSA for financial aid. Tuition is among the lowest in the Minnesota State system. Strong transfer agreements with area 4-year universities and employer partnerships.
651-779-3300 · 3300 Century Ave N, White Bear Lake, MN 55110 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
12. Normandale Community College — Paid
Two-year community college in Bloomington offering associate degrees, certificates, and strong transfer pathways to the University of Minnesota and other four-year schools, from the France Avenue South campus. Apply online; bring high school transcript or GED, photo ID, and FAFSA for financial aid. Tuition is among the lowest in the Minnesota State system. Large honors program and strong STEM offerings.
952-358-8200 · 9700 France Ave S, Bloomington, MN 55431 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
13. Anoka-Ramsey Community College — Paid
Affordable two-year community college with campuses in Coon Rapids and Cambridge offering associate degrees, certificates, and transfer pathways from the Mississippi Boulevard NW main campus. Apply online; bring high school transcript or GED, photo ID, and FAFSA for financial aid. Tuition is among the lowest in the Minnesota State system. Serves north Twin Cities metro and east-central Minnesota students.
763-433-1100 · 11200 Mississippi Blvd NW, Coon Rapids, MN 55433 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
14. Lake Superior College – Duluth — Paid
Two-year community and technical college offering technical, career, and transfer programs from the Trinity Road campus in Duluth. Strong in health sciences, aviation, and trades. Apply online; bring high school transcript or GED, photo ID, and FAFSA for financial aid. Tuition is among the lowest in the Minnesota State system. Serves Duluth, the Iron Range, and northern Wisconsin students.
218-733-7600 · 2101 Trinity Rd, Duluth, MN 55811 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
15. St. Cloud Technical & Community College — Paid
Two-year technical and community college offering career and technical education, associate degrees, and transfer programs from the Northway Drive campus in St. Cloud. Apply online; bring high school transcript or GED, photo ID, and FAFSA for financial aid. Tuition is among the lowest in the Minnesota State system. Strong programs in trades, health, manufacturing, and business.
320-308-5000 · 1540 Northway Dr, St. Cloud, MN 56303 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
16. South Central College – Mankato — Paid
Two-year career and transfer community college serving south-central Minnesota with campuses in North Mankato and Faribault. Main campus on Lee Boulevard. Apply online; bring high school transcript or GED, photo ID, and FAFSA for financial aid. Tuition is among the lowest in the Minnesota State system. Strong in health sciences, trades, agriculture, and liberal arts transfer programs.
507-389-7200 · 1920 Lee Blvd, North Mankato, MN 56003 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
17. Minnesota State Grant Program — Free
Need-based state financial aid grant for eligible Minnesota college students attending participating in-state schools, administered by the Minnesota Office of Higher Education from the Energy Park Drive office in St. Paul. File the FAFSA or the Minnesota Dream Act application to apply; eligibility and award amounts depend on income, family size, and enrollment status. Free to apply; awards applied directly to tuition.
651-642-0567 · 1450 Energy Park Dr #350, St. Paul, MN 55108 · Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm · Visit Website