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April 2017

The skills gap is actually an awareness gap -- and it's easier to fix
Forbes, Mar. 17, 2017

College choice: It’s anybody’s guess
Inside Higher Ed, Mar. 22, 2017

The ideal college education can yield rocket scientists who write poetry
San Diego Union-Tribune, Mar. 30, 2017

The FAFSA's midterm grade
The Atlantic Magazine, Mar. 31, 2017

Check this box if you’re a good person
The New York Times, Apr. 4, 2017

Year-round Pell's likely return
Inside Higher Ed, Apr. 6, 2017

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  • College Planning

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    We're here to help you navigate the college planning process — whether you're just starting or about ready to apply.

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  • Paying for College

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    Few students pay full price. Figure out how much you actually might pay — once grants and scholarships are factored in.

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  • Our Colleges
    Minnesota School Locations

    18 great schools

    Each campus has its own personality, and students come from all types of backgrounds. There's a college that's right for you.

    Learn more
    • Augsburg University
    • Bethany Lutheran College
    • Bethel University
    • Carleton College
    • College of Saint Benedict
    • College of St. Scholastica
    • Concordia College, Moorhead
    • Concordia University, St. Paul
    • Gustavus Adolphus College
    • Hamline University
    • Macalester College
    • Minneapolis College of Art and Design
    • Saint John's University
    • Saint Mary's University of Minnesota
    • St. Catherine University
    • St. Olaf College
    • University of Northwestern – St. Paul
    • University of St. Thomas
    Find your college matches Campus Locations
  • College Planning

    Find advice & guidance

    We're here to help you navigate the college planning process — whether you're just starting or about ready to apply.

    Learn more
    • Middle school students
    • High school students
    • Transfer students
    • Students of color & Native American students
    • Adult learners
    • Veterans & servicemembers
    • International students
    • Graduate students
    • College counseling
  • Paying for College

    Look beyond the listed price

    Few students pay full price. Figure out how much you actually might pay — once grants and scholarships are factored in.

    Learn more
    • Financial aid basics
    • Understanding college pricing
    • Steps to consider
    • Campus financial aid links
  • Why Minnesota Private Colleges

    Our students are never just a number

    Smaller classes make a big difference, and professors will challenge and support you in meeting those challenges.

    Learn more
    • Academic excellence
    • Affordability
    • Career value
    • Variety
  • Request College Information