South Central College

  • 2 Year
  • North Mankato, MN
  • 0 reviews

Overview

Total enrollment

2,731
South Central College overview
South Central College overview
  • Size Small
  • Status Non-profit
  • Housing No
  • Level of Study Undergrad

South Central College is a public two-year technical and community college located in North Mankato, Minnesota, approximately 80 miles southwest of Minneapolis-St. Paul. The institution operates from a suburban campus in North Mankato and maintains a second location in Faribault. Established in 1946 as Mankato Area Vocational Technical Institute, the college now offers associate degrees, diplomas, and certificates across technical and liberal arts programs, with particular emphasis on healthcare, agribusiness, and manufacturing technologies. The North Mankato campus features modern technical training facilities and laboratories, while providing comprehensive student support services in a commuter-focused environment.

Admissions

Admission Requirements

Open Admission

Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$6,146
Costs for South Central College
Fee Cost
Tuition $6,146
Books and Supplies $1,250
Other Fees $656
Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living $7,400
Budget for Other Expenses $4,800
Total One Year Cost $20,252

Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$37,200 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

Data Not Available

Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at South Central College are Health Professions, Business, and Liberal Arts and Humanities. 32% of students major in Health Professions, 15% in Business, and 12% in Liberal Arts and Humanities.

  • Health Professions 32%
  • Business 15%
  • Liberal Arts and Humanities 12%
  • Computer and Information Sciences 6%
  • Mechanic and Repair Technologies 6%

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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=173911.

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Last updated: August 2026