Hennepin Technical College

City/population: Brooklyn Park / 72,724; Eden Prairie / 62,090

Tuition and fees (2009-2010): $4,415

FAFSA code: 010491

Enrollment:
Total number students served: 8,385
Full-time students: 38.4%
Part-time students: 61.6%
Percent female: 42.0%
Percent male: 58.0%
Percent students of color: 27.4%

Degrees offered: Associate in Science, Associate in Applied Science, diplomas, certificates

Largest programs: Information technology; practical nursing; heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration; auto mechanics; machine trades

Unique programs: Audio production, automation robotics engineering technology, fire protection, floral design, Ford ASSET (Automotive Student Services Educational Training), marine and motor sports technology, plastics manufacturing technology, printing and prepress technology, professional photography, public works

Student activities: Student government, student clubs and professional organizations, SkillsUSA

Housing: The college does not have on-campus housing. Rental units are close to the campus.

Highlights

• Hennepin Technical College is among the largest stand-alone technical colleges in Minnesota.
• Last year, the college awarded more than $210,000 in scholarships.
• Hennepin Technical College is a great value, with one of the lowest tuition rates in the state.
• The college has many transfer agreements with four-year universities allowing students more access and opportunities.
• Small class sizes with ratio of one instructor per 25 students; labs use cutting-edge technology and meet all required industry standards.
• The college offers many short-term programs that can be completed in as little as 16 weeks.
• New programs being offered are business and sales, biomedical manufacturing, urban forestry, individual studies and fast-track career training.
• Faculty have both industry and teaching experience.
• More than 300 industry advisory members work with the college to ensure the curriculum meets industry standards.
• Convenient locations near shopping, dining and outdoor adventure opportunities.

Last updated: 09/09