2101 15th Avenue NW
Willmar, MN 56201
United States
Certificates / Diplomas
Associate Degree
About
A Minnesota community and technical college, Ridgewater offers more than 100 educational programs in transfer and technical education. In fact, some of our programs are unique in not only Minnesota, but also the nation. With campuses in Willmar, Hutchinson, and online , Ridgewater serves more than 4,400 students. For 2020 and 2021, Ridgewater has been ranked as Minnesota’s #1 Community College based on value, strong academics, student life, facilities, diversity, student experiences, location, and safety! (Source: www.niche.com)
A Student-Centered Learning Environment
Ridgewater is recognized as an educational leader that exemplifies innovation and excellence. We are dedicated to providing an accessible, affordable, and supportive setting for all students. Ridgewater students enjoy small class sizes, up-to-date technology, and access to many student activities and organizations. We take pride in our scholarship opportunities and excellent graduation and job placement rates.
A Partner in Business and Industry
Ridgewater is an active member of the region’s business community. We strive to maintain the quality of education tomorrow’s workforce needs. Ridgewater keeps pace with the needs of the community by offering customized training and continuing education courses.
A Student-Centered Learning Environment
Ridgewater is recognized as an educational leader that exemplifies innovation and excellence. We are dedicated to providing an accessible, affordable, and supportive setting for all students. Ridgewater students enjoy small class sizes, up-to-date technology, and access to many student activities and organizations. We take pride in our scholarship opportunities and excellent graduation and job placement rates.
A Partner in Business and Industry
Ridgewater is an active member of the region’s business community. We strive to maintain the quality of education tomorrow’s workforce needs. Ridgewater keeps pace with the needs of the community by offering customized training and continuing education courses.
Cost
Living Off-Campus
19,579
Living with Family
13,579
Average Net Price
$10,225 / year
This is the average annual amount that first-time, full-time undergraduate students pay at this institution after subtracting all grants and scholarships from the cost of attendance.
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Net cost after grants and scholarships by income
$0-$30,000:
$8,614
$30,001-$48,000:
$9,149
$48,001-$75,000:
$10,168
$75,001-$110,000:
$14,516
Over $110,000:
$15,527
This net price data shows the average amount students have paid, according to their family income, after subtracting all grants and scholarships.
College Profile
Size of Student Body
2,846
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Breakdown by Race
American Indian or Alaska Native:
1%
Black or African American:
5%
Hispanic:
13%
Asian:
2%
White:
76%
Two or more races:
2%
Unknown:
2%
Breakdown by Age
19 and Younger:
36%
20 to 24:
30%
25 to 34:
20%
35 to 44:
8%
45 and Older:
5%
Breakdown by Gender
Men:
38%
Women:
61%
New entering students who are transfers
41%
Student Success
Graduation Rate for Two-Year Programs
45%
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Completers within 3 years by race
American Indian or Alaska Native:
67%
Black or African American:
14%
Hispanic:
22%
Asian:
57%
White:
51%
Unknown:
50%
Two or more races:
22%
Completers within 3 years by Gender
Men:
47%
Women:
43%
Retention Rate
68%
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Retention Rate By Type
Full-time:
62%
Part-time:
56%
Campus Settings
Financial Aid
Average amount of federal, state, local, institutional or other sources of grant aid awarded to undergraduate students
$5,836
The following information pertains to first-time full-time undergraduate students.
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Average amount of aid awarded to full-time first-time undergraduates
State/Local grant aid:
$1,915
Institutional grant aid:
$4,438
Federal grant aid:
$2,902
Average amount of grant aid awarded by income (all sources)
$0-$30,000:
$7,265
$30,001-$48,000:
$6,730
$48,001-$75,000:
$5,711
$75,001-$110,000:
$1,363
Over $110,000:
$352
School Scholarships
Yes
Financial Aid Contact
Cumulative Debt
This section shows the median debt graduates incurred to complete their degree at this institution.
Median Cumulative Debt by Degree Type
- Associate's Degree: $13,470
- Undergraduate Certificate: $12,000
Percent of Graduates With Loans
- Associate's Degree: 52%
- Undergraduate Certificate: 48%
Admission Information
- Common applications (online)
- Common applications (paper)
- System applications (online)
- System applications (paper)
- School applications (online)
- School applications (paper)
- High School Diploma or GED
- Transcripts
- Vet Tech, LPN, RN and PSEO have additional admissions requirements.
- Accepts dual credits
- Accepts exam-based credits
- Institution awards credits for military training
Application Timelines
Regular Decision Deadline
For select programs
Early Action Deadline
PSEO, RN, LPN
Admissions Contact
Graduate Employment Outcomes
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