About MPCC

The Minnesota Private College Council represents private nonprofit higher education in Minnesota. Seventeen institutions are members; they share a liberal arts focus.

The organization is also known as MPCC or the Council. With a history that goes back to 1948, it is actually made up of three related nonprofit organizations: the Council, Fund and Research Foundation. We refer to our members as Minnesota's Private Colleges.

Our mission is to serve members' shared needs and advocate for public policy that:

  • Meets the educational needs of students,
  • Enhances private higher education, and
  • Strengthens Minnesota's economic and civic fabric.


The State Grant program is a primary focus of our advocacy efforts.

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Our staff

MPCC is comprised of 13 staff members with various leadership, administrative, communications, research and fund/finance-related roles. As a relatively small office, there is regular collaboration and communication between these areas.

Maps & Directions

The office of the Minnesota Private College Council, Fund, and Research Foundation is located in downtown St. Paul in Bremer Tower. Includes maps, directions and parking information.

Board of Directors

The MPCC Board of Directors is comprised of 17 college presidents as well as business and community members; here is the full listing.

MPCC employment

Opportunities at the Minnesota Private College Council

Find out about employment openings at the Minnesota Private College Council

History

Details on MPCC's history; started in 1948, important changes and additions to the organization have occurred through the years.