Contact Information
General Contact
- School Code: 553400
- Phone: (320) 363-5011
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
FINANCIAL AID RATE
83%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
23:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
12FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$3,918Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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St Cloud Technical and Community College
Also known as Saint Benedict
37 S. College Ave., Saint Joseph, MN
St. Cloud Technical and Community College (SCTCC) is located in Central Minnesota and was founded in 1948, the second technical college to do so in the state of Minnesota.
Located only a block from the Mississippi River, SCTCC is a short drive to scenic roads that pass through the rolling hills and gorgeous farmland of the Central MN region and only an hour to the Twin Cities metro area. The St. Cloud community has continued to grow rapidly and offers the best in education, healthcare, public transportation, and recreational activities.
SCTCC is a science and liberal arts college first and foremost, having introduced the Associate in Arts degree program in 2010. SCTCC offers students 90 study programs, including construction, computer technology, manufacturing, transportation, business management, and healthcare. More than 6,000 students are currently enrolled at SCTCC. To those students, SCTCC offers financial assistance in the form of loans, grants, and scholarships, as well as payment options.
To help students acclimate to campus life, SCTCC also offers various clubs, athletic programs, and activities, as well as academic, student, and technology services.
Applying to SCTCC is a five-step process:
- Fill out and turn in the application
- Receive acceptance letter
- Take Accuplacer assessment test
- Meet with an advisor
- Attend registration
Tuition varies based on degree programs, but most classes at SCTCC are about $177 per credit hour, for both resident and non-resident students. A chart detailing tuition fees can be found at SCTCC or can be obtained by requesting information from this portal.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may provide a better idea of the students Saint Benedict accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $8,900. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $20 application fee for students applying to the school. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition is estimated to be around $5,400 per year for in-state and nonresident students
- For part-time students, charges are between $190-$220 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 83% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 64% | $4,501 |
Receiving Student Loans | 48% | $5,328 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, St Cloud Technical and Community College may provide services to students like:- Online course work available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Work study style employment
- Helping students find work after graduation
- Child care
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Dental Assistant Program
- * Accredited by the American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation (since 1972)
- Dental Hygienist Program
- * Accredited by the American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation (since 1994)
- Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) Program
- * Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. ? May 6, 2013 Formerly: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (since 2014)
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by St Cloud Technical and Community College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Agriculture Operations
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (A)
- Accounting (A, C)
- Sales Manager (A, C)
- Banking and Financial Services (A)
- Administrative Assistant (A)
- Bookkeeping (C)
Communications and Journalism
- Multimedia (A)
Computer and Information Sciences
Construction Trades
- Electrician (A, C)
- Carpentry (C)
- Plumber (A, C)
Education
Engineering Technology
Health and Clinical Professions
Legal Professions and Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (A)
Mechanic and Repair Technology
- Heating and Air Conditioning (HVAC) (A, C)
- Auto Mechanic (A, C)
- Auto Body (A, C)
Personal and Culinary Services
- Culinary Arts (A, C)
Other Community Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to St Cloud Technical and Community College.
- Anoka Technical College in Minneapolis, MN (42 miles away)
- Anoka - Ramsey Community College in Anoka, MN (49 miles away)
- Hennepin Technical College in Center City, MN (51 miles away)
- Ridgewater College in Minneapolis, MN (53 miles away)
- Minneapolis Community and Technical College in Minneapolis, MN (60 miles away)
See a list of all the colleges and universities by clicking on one of the links below:
- See all colleges in Minnesota
- Review a list of Minnesota community colleges
- Review all the liberal arts colleges located in Minnesota
Contact Information
General Contact
- School Code: 553400
- Phone: (320) 363-5011
- School Homepage