Hennepin Technical College

City/population: Brooklyn Park/71,942; Eden Prairie/61,325

Tuition and fees (2008-2009): $4,265

FAFSA code: 010491

Enrollment:
Total number students served: 8,120
Full-year equivalent enrollment: 3,616
Percent female: 43.9%
Percent male: 56.1%
Percent students of color: 25.7%

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

Largest programs: Fire protection, practical nursing, information technology, machine trades, automotive mechanics technology

Unique programs: Public works, floral design, automation robotics engineering technology, plastics manufacturing technology, audio production, printing and prepress technology, Ford ASSET (Automotive Student Services Educational Training), marine and motor sports technology, medium and heavy truck technology

Student activities: Student government, SkillsUSA, Phi Beta Kappa honor society, Pangea Club (multicultural activities), Images and other program clubs

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

Highlights

• Job placement for graduates consistently above 95 percent.
• A great value, with one of the lowest tuition rates in the state.
• New medical assistant, public works and individualized degree programs.
• Many transferable courses and degrees options.
• New science courses and a new science suite opening 2009.
• Award-winning faculty who have industry experience.
• New Tech Trek program that gives firstgeneration college students the opportunity to receive free tuition up to 30 credits, based on student need.
• More that $150,000 in scholarships awarded each year by the Hennepin Technical College Foundation.
• Advanced Center for Emergency Services specializes in training on campus and has the ability to train around the region with mobile equipment.
• Largest stand-alone technical college in Minnesota with more than 8,000 students from diverse backgrounds.
• Many programs can be completed entirely in the evening or during the day so students can work while attending college.

Last updated: 10/08