Central Lakes College

City/population: Brainerd / 13,959; Staples / 3,146

Tuition and fees (2009-2010): $4,705

FAFSA code: 002339

Enrollment:
Total number students served: 4,801
Full-time students: 54.9%
Part-time students: 45.1%
Percent female: 58.1%
Percent male: 41.9%
Percent students of color: 4.4%

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

Largest programs: Liberal arts for transfer to a four-year college, nursing, heavy equipment operation and maintenance, criminal justice, computer technology

Unique programs: Criminalistics, Latin American studies, child development care and guidance, American Sign Language, underwater search and recovery, heavy equipment operation and maintenance

Intercollegiate sports: NJCAA Division III men's football, basketball, baseball, golf; women's volleyball, basketball, softball, golf

Student activities: Choir, band, student government, International Student Club, Multicultural Club, Phi Theta Kappa honor society, intramural sports, more than 20 academic clubs

Housing: Student housing is adjacent to campus or within walking distance.

Highlights

• "Green" associate degree - Saves money and resources with courses scheduled fewer days on campus and more online options.
• Information technology leader - One of nation's top eight digital colleges for its size in 2007, according to the Center for Digital Education.
• Location - Offers outdoor enjoyment and is easily reached from anywhere in the state.
• Comfort zone - Campus has a safe and clean environment.
• Friendly - Accessible, first-name-basis instructors and support staff are ready, willing and able to assist students.
• Affordable - Keeping a handle on costs, awarding more than $10 million in financial aid to about 70 percent of students annually.
• Effective education - Placing more than 90 percent of graduates in jobs related to their college studies.
• College and university agreements - Credits transfer for higher degrees at institutions such as Southwest Minnesota State University; Bemidji State University; and Minnesota State University, Mankato.
• Variety - More than 60 degree and diploma programs start you on a four-year degree or qualify you for immediate employment.
• The full college experience - Cultural fulfillment through arts, athletics and community service.
• Student support services - Mentors, tutors, advisers and counselors, all working for you.

Last updated: 09/09