Community colleges are an important part of the Minnesota college and university system because they provide a way for students to transition into earning a four-year degree. There are 25 accredited community colleges in Minnesota with degree programs ranging from nursing to performing arts.
Riverland Community College
Riverland Community College has locations in the following Minnesota cities: Alberta Lea, Austin and Owatonna. They offer associate degrees, diplomas and certificates in many concentrations, including fine arts, business, visual art, music, theater, pharmacy and technology.
Riverland Community College
1900 8th Ave. N.W.
Austin, MN 55912
507-433-0820
riverland.edu
Central Lakes College
Central Lakes College has locations in Brainerd and Staples. They offer two-year programs, and the credits can be transferred to another college or university for the purpose of obtaining a bachelor's degree. Concentrations include nursing, liberal arts, computer technology and criminal justice.
Central Lakes College
501 W. College Dr.
Brainerd, MN 56401
218-855-8037
clcmn.edu
Lake Superior College
Lake Superior College is located in Duluth. This college offers diplomas, certificates and associate degrees in the following concentrations: fire technology and administration, radiologic technology, nursing, dental hygiene, sonography, dialysis patient care and piloting.
Lake Superior College
2101 Trinity Road
Duluth, MN 55811
218-733-7601
lsc.edu
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