Among the 17 colleges in the Minnesota Private College Council, no two of them are just alike. On just about any factor you can think of, this group gives you a lot of options. For starters, consider size, student body make-up, location, academic opportunities, campus groups, service learning and sports. Our colleges vary a lot on just those factors alone. Find out for yourself just how distinct these institutions are by looking at their profiles.

Majors

These colleges offer 137 different majors. So if you already know what you want to focus on in your undergraduate education, chances are that that these colleges offer it. You can review where different majors are available — along with any arts and sports activities that are important to you — by using our College Finder.

Students

There's no stereotypical private college student, either. With about a third of Minnesota's undergraduates earning their degrees at our colleges, our student bodies represent a cross section of the state. And then there are the quarter of our students who come from other states and countries. So students are coming with a wide-ranging life experiences.

We also have more diversity in terms of both ethnicity and income than some may assume.

• Students of color represent 15% of our student body and 18% of the incoming class.
• Family incomes for our students closely match those at the U of M, with 25% of our students coming from families with incomes below $50,000.
• With more than 1,800 international students, we enroll 39% of the international full-time freshmen in the state.

With students from all backgrounds, a wide array of majors and varied campus personalities, you're sure to find a private college in Minnesota that will feel right for you.