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Mesabi Range Community and Technical College

1001 Chestnut St W, Virginia, MN 55792

Overview

  • OPEID/FAFSA College Code: 00400900
  • Provost: Dr. Tina Royer
  • Fax: (218) 749-0318
  • Type: Public, 2-Year
  • Calendar System: Semester
  • Highest Degree: Associate's
  • Local Area: Remote Town
  • Student Enrollment: 1,738

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About
Mesabi Range Community and Technical College, located in Virginia Minnesota, is one 34 schools that comprise the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System. The school is a public two year institution dedicated to providing a quality education for residents within its service area. The school operates a second campus in Eveleth, and high school students from the various districts are able to take college credit courses through the school.

Academics
Mesabi Range Community and Technical College offers a variety of programs aimed at providing opportunities for its students. These include career training and technical programs that provide training and education in high demand field, assisting in the development of skills necessary to become a professional in the chosen field. These programs take one to two years to complete, resulting in a certificate or degree that demonstrates competency. Academic transfer is also supported, allowing students to complete the first two years of a bachelor's degree followed by applying to a college or university for transfer to pursue higher education and earn their degree.

Programs offered include:


Admissions and Financial Aid
Admissions to MRCTC is made easy through the school's open enrollment policy that allows any individual to enter if they complete an application and pay the associated fees. Students must also supply transcripts and test scores, and should prepare for a placement exam prior to registration. Student s should also meet with a counselor to discuss goals and program enrollment. Financial aid is available in the form loans, grants and scholarships, and is applied for by completing and submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The information provided by the FAFSA will be used by the school to construct a financial aid packet for the student.

*Not all of the programs above may be offered
 

Student Services Offered

  • Remedial Services
  • Academic or Career Counseling Services
  • Employment Services
  • Placement Assistance For Graduates
  • On-Campus Day Care Available

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning

Website:

www.mesabirange.edu

Mission Statement

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Campus Map

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Governing System

  • Minnesota State Colleges and Universities

Accreditation

  • North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission

Facilities and Programs Offered

  • Library Available

College Carnegie Classifications

  • Basic Classification
    • - Associates--Public Rural-Serving Small
  • Undergraduate Classification
    • - Associates
  • Undergraduate Profile Classification
    • - Mixed Part/Full-Time Two-Year
  • Enrollment Classification
    • - Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
  • Size Classification
    • - Small Two-Year

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Degrees & Programs

Awarded Student Degrees and Programs

The following is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered. The table below details the number of degrees or certificates that were awarded in the 2010-11 school year to graduates broken down by degree or major type. Please contact Mesabi Range Community and Technical College directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.

Biological and Biomedical Sciences

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Biology Degree-1
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Business and Marketing Studies

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Commerce Degree21
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Data Entry Technology Degree51
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Communication Technology

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Graphic Communications Degree74
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Construction Trades

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Carpentry Degree6-
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Electrical and Power Transmission Installers, Other Degree-4
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Masonry Degree15-
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Education

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Teacher Assistant Degree13
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Engineering Technology

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Industrial Technology Degree135
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Family and Consumer Sciences

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Child Care Provider Degree2-
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Health and Clinical Professions

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Emergency Medical Technology Degree-12
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Licensed Practical Nurse Degree43-
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Substance Abuse and Addiction Counseling Degree-3
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Liberal Arts and Sciences

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Liberal Arts Degree-110
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Mechanic and Repair Technology

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Auto Mechanics Technology Degree10-
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Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Degree484
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Precision Production

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Welding Technology Degree29-
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Public Administration and Social Services

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Human Services Degree-3
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Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Reviewed on: November 26, 2012 Flag Review
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  • MRCTC is just a two-year college, but there is a lot to do here. On top of my classes, I enjoy watching their theater productions and attending baseball games. The campus has a good atmosphere.

Admissions

Disclaimer

The admissions information is provided for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future admissions policy.

Admissions Summary

Prospective students should view the admission and application details below to get a better idea of the candidates Mesabi Range Community and Technical College accepts. Some of the details provided may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be accepted.

Also, make sure to visit the admissions office webpage (http://www.mesabirange.edu), where you can learn more about any additional application requirements and deadlines.

The Mesabi Range Community and Technical College admissions office phone number is (218) 749-0314. This is the last updated number we have on file, please contact us if incorrect.

You can also apply online here: http://www.mesabirange.edu

Admissions Links

Application Fees

  • Undergraduate Application Fee: $20.00

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credit
  • Life Experience Credit
  • AP Credit

Considerations for Admission

  • Open Admission Policy
    • - Accepts Any Student Who Applies

Enrollment Data

Overall Student Enrollment

  • Total Student Enrollment: 1,738

    • - Undergraduate: 1,738

Student Gender

  • Total Student Gender

    • - Male: 1,034

    - Female: 703

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 1.5 : 1

  • Undergraduate Gender

    • - Male: 1,034

    - Female: 703

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 1.5 : 1

Student Attendance

  • Total Student Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 934

    - Part-Time: 803

  • Undergraduate Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 934

    - Part-Time: 803

Student Race Breakdown

 NumberPercent
Non-Resident Alien90.5%
American Indian382%
Black714%
Asian70.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander20.1%
Hispanic231%
White1,41882%
Unknown1046%

Student Age Breakdown

 NumberPercent
Age Under 1834720%
Ages 18-1941424%
Ages 20-2120612%
Ages 22-241358%
Ages 25-2919811%
Ages 30-341167%
Ages 35-39915%
Ages 40-491116%
Ages 50-65674%
Age Over 6530.2%
Age Unknown493%

Graduation Rates

Disclaimer

The data listed below is for informational purposes only. Although graduation, transfer, and retention rates should be included in determining the performance of a school, it is only one of many factors to consider and may not provide a clear representation of the school's performance. These figures are based on a cohort or subset of students.

Graduation and Retention Rates Quick Facts

Retention Rates

The retention rate figures represent the percentage of first time students (full-time or part-time) that complete the first year and return the following year.

  • Full-Time Students: 58%
  • Part-Time Students: 23%

Transfer Out Rates and Schools

The transfer out rate of 22% represents the number of students that have successfully transferred out of Mesabi Range Community and Technical College and entered into another institution, often times a 4-year university. Some of the nearby selected schools by students are listed below.

Overall Graduation Rates

 (%) of Entering Class
All Students47%

Graduation Rates By Gender

 (%) of Entering Class
Male50%
Female42%

Graduation Rates By Race

 (%) of Entering Class
Non-Resident Alien-
American Indian57%
Black29%
Hispanic40%
White50%
Unknown-

Tuition & Fees

Disclaimer:

The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition and Fees Quick Facts

Alternative Tuition Plans Offered

  • Tuition Payment Plan

    - Allows tuition to be paid in installments over an agreed upon period of time.

To get a personalized estimate for the cost of attending Mesabi Range Community and Technical College, visit their online calculator by clicking the following link: http://www.mnscu.edu

Estimated Cost of Attendance or "Net Price" for Full-Time Beginning Students

The "Net Price" figures apply to undergraduate students beginning full-time enrollment who have paid the in-state/district tuition and were awarded grants or scholarships.

 2010-112009-102008-09
Average Net Price$6,895$5,045$5,313
$0 - $30,000$6,174$4,331$4,715
$30,000 - $48,000$7,198$4,569$5,099
$48,001 - $75,000$9,283$7,213$8,592
$75,001 - $110,000$10,797$9,899$9,841
More Than $110,000$10,580$10,673$10,011

Undergraduate Student Tuition, Fees, and Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
In-District Tuition and Fees$5,110$4,844$4,628
In-State Tuition and Fees$5,110$4,844$4,628
Out of State Tuition and Fees$6,234$5,914$5,644
Books and Supplies$1,000$1,000$1,000

Undergraduate Housing Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
Off Campus
Room and Board$6,932$6,932$6,032
Other Expenses$900$900$900
Off Campus with Family
Other Expenses$900$900$900

Undergraduate Total Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
On Campus
In-District$6,110$5,844$5,628
In-State$6,110$5,844$5,628
Out of State$7,234$6,914$6,644
Off Campus
In-District$13,942$13,676$12,560
In-State$13,942$13,676$12,560
Out of State$15,066$14,746$13,576
Off Campus with Family
In-District$7,010$6,744$6,528
In-State$7,010$6,744$6,528
Out of State$8,134$7,814$7,544

Financial Aid

Disclaimer

The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.

Financial Aid Quick Facts

Financial Aid Office Phone Number

The Mesabi Range Community and Technical College financial aid office phone number is (218) 749-7753. This is the most up to date contact information we have, please contact us if incorrect.

Financial Aid Office Webpage

Financial Aid Office

Financial Aid Breakdown 2010-11

 # Receiving Aid% Receiving AidAverage Amount
Any Financial Aid21488%-
Any Grant or Scholarship Aid18375%$4,751
All Federal Grants17270%$4,319
Pell Grants17270%$4,163
Other Federal Grants4418%$609
State/Local Grants & Scholarships11949%$1,056
Institutional Grants & Scholarships10%$1,000
All Student Loans16568%$6,617
Federal Student Loans16467%$6,331
Other Student Loans94%$5,944

Federal Loans - Student Repayment Default Rates

This table shows the number and percentage of students who received federal student loans but had problems paying them back. A high default rate may represent a lack of quality instruction or a poor hiring climate for graduates of a school.

 200920082007
Default Rate (%)16.4%15.5%13.2%
Number in Default695445
Number in Repayment420347340

Crime & Safety

Arrests Made Per Year

This table reports the number of arrests made per year that took place both on and off campus. These figures were reported by the institutions themselves and have not been subject to independent review.

 2010-112009-102008-09
On Campus
Drug Related-12
Liquor Related-22

Criminal Offenses Per Year

This table reports the number of criminal charges per year that took place both on and off campus. These figures were reported by the institutions themselves and have not been subject to independent review.

 2010-112009-102008-09
On Campus
Robbery--3
Burglary233
Residence Hall
Robbery--3
Burglary-33

Sports & Teams

Athletic Associations

  • Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (Njcaa)

Sports and Players Breakdown

 TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
All Athletes1158035
Unduplicated Athletes1057926
Baseball2929-
Basketball22814
Football4343-
Softball11-11
Volleyball10-10

Coaches Salary Breakdown

 TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
Head Coaches-$13,973$10,910
Assistant Coaches-$2,650$3,413

Number of Coaches Per Team

 TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
All Coaches1495
Baseball22-
Head Coaches11-
Assistant Coaches11-
Basketball321
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches11-
Football55-
Head Coaches11-
Assistant Coaches44-
Softball2-2
Head Coaches1-1
Assistant Coaches1-1
Volleyball2-2
Head Coaches1-1
Assistant Coaches1-1

Faculty & Instructors

Employee Type Breakdown

 TotalFull-TimePart-Time
Total Employees1428656
Faculty Status783444
Tenured Faculty31292
Instruction, Research and/or Public Service783444
Primarily Instruction783444
Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial66-
Other Professionals31256
Technical and/or Paraprofessional27216
Clerical And Secretarial15123
Service and/or Maintenance77-

Full-Time Faculty Average Salary Breakdown

 TotalMaleFemale
9/10 Month Contract
All Faculty$62,221 (34)$62,083 (24)$62,550 (10)
Equated 9 Month Contract
All Faculty$62,221 (34)$62,083 (24)$62,550 (10)
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2011: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
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