The Minnesota Private College Council represents 17 private nonprofit institutions enrolling more than 40,000 undergraduates. While our institutions are private, they serve a public purpose — to meet the needs of our state and its residents. As policymakers look to address the state’s workforce challenges, our 17 nonprofit private colleges and universities play an essential role.
Access & affordability
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Minnesota impact
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Minnesota Private Colleges: State impact
Facts about the state impact of Minnesota Private Colleges.