VIEWBOOKSTATEM2022-2023 YOUR SUCCESS STORY STARTS HERE.
FROM THE PRESIDENT DR. CARRIE BRIMHALL PRESIDENT, M STATE 1997 M State Graduate
MISSION: Minnesota State Community and Technical College specializes in affordable and exceptional education, service, and workforce training. We welcome all students and engage them in shaping their futures and their communities.
We’re delighted you have chosen to explore our college. As you’re researching your higher education options, we hope you’ll visit one of our campuses or connect with us online. We welcome students from all walks of life, and we’re confident that you’ll feel you belong here. Every student who attends our college brings along their life experiences, identity and dreams. It would be our privilege to help guide and support you through this next chapter of your life. At M State, you’ll find that we’re committed to the values of inclusion, integrity and innovation. @PrezBrimhall
VISION: A success story for every student. VALUES: Integrity. Inclusion. Innovation.
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M STATE Note: Each year the college publishes the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report informs the campuses of campus crime prevention programs, crime reporting procedures, emergency response and a three-year statistical history of criminal activity on the college campuses. Notification of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is distributed annually to students and employees at the start of each academic term (no later than October 1st). Prospective students can obtain this information from the college website at minnesota.edu/ righttoknow or can request a printed copy in Student Development Services on any M State campus, between 8 am and 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday. BY NUMBERSTHE MORE $280,000THANINSCHOLARSHIPSAWARDEDEACHACADEMICYEAR231 STUDENT TO FACULTY RATIO DIPLOMAFORPERCENT100PLACEMENTRATEALLAADEGREE,CERTIFICATEANDPROGRAMSPLACEMENTPERCENT100RATEFOR15MSTATEPROGRAMS PLACEMENTPERCENT98RATEAMONGMSTATEGRADUATES 3
CAREERS SeniorEventideLiving SanfordRetirementBethanyEssentiaPerhamHealthLakewoodHealthSystemLiving Legacy Power Line, Inc. Lakeshirts Mayo Clinic Health System ArvigandWindowsIntegrityDoorsNelsonInternational CarePioneerCenterScheels Crow Wing Power Ellingson Plumbing & Heating Luther Family Buick GMC MissouriJATCValley NewHomeDimensionsHealthBTDManufacturing Prairie St. John’s HealthcareTri-County US Bank Titan Machinery Breezy Point Resort Glamour Salon Eide Bailly Family HealthCareDental Sysco CorporationDigi-KeyJDPElectric, Inc.Noridian Air MechanicalObermillerEngineeringNelson Otter Tail Power Lake Region Healthcare Lake Region Electric Cooperative These businesses are among the top employers of M State graduates, within their program, according to 2016-18 graduate surveys. ••• 750 career program advisory board members ensure our curriculum meets industry needs. If you want to get in, get out and get hired, you’re in the right place. M State’s broad range of career programs will have you in the workforce in two years or less. Each year, more than 1,000 M State students complete internships and program clinicals that open doors to employment and provide hands-on experiences that will help you get a job. 4
M STATE MINNESOTA STATE UNIVERSITY MOORHEAD NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY MINNESOTA STATE UNIVERSITY MANKATO UNIVERSITY OF NORTH DAKOTA ST. CLOUD STATE UNIVERSITY UNI VERSITY OF MIN NESOTA CROOKSTON OFUNIVERSITYMINNESOTA STATEBEMIDJIUNIVERSITY CONCORDIACOLLEGE MINOTUNIVERSTIYSTATE COLLEGE OF ST. SCHOLASTICA VALLEY CITY STATE UNIVERSITY SOUTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY The Minnesota State system’s Transfer Pathway degrees mean you can complete the first two years of your degree at M State and be guaranteed junior status in a related bachelor’s degree program at any of the seven Minnesota State universities. M State offers Transfer Pathways in fields including: TRANSFER You can start ANY degree at M State! Advising specialists on each campus can work with you to create your own education plan. Our Associate of Arts degree is based on the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum and is guaranteed to transfer to any state university in Minnesota. These colleges and universities are among the top transfer choices of recent M State graduates. PLANNING TO TRANSFER? • Accounting • Ar t • Biology • Business • Early Childhood and Education • History • Political Science • Psychology 5
• Accounting • Accounting Clerk • Accounting Transfer Pathway • Administrative Support • Associate of Arts: Liberal Arts and Sciences • Associate of Arts: Social Science Emphasis • Autism Spectrum Disorder • Business • Business Transfer Pathway • Child and TherapeuticAdolescentBehavioral Health • Cisco Networking ONLINE ONLINE CONVENIENT,FLEXIBLEANDTAUGHTBYMSTATEINSTRUCTORS.6
If online education is the best choice for you, M State has options. We offer more than 30 programs and transfer pathways that can be completed online. • O nline education is convenient and flexible. • Students are offered the same academic and student support services as on-campus students. • Courses are taught by M State instructors. • O nline and on-campus tutoring isavailable.YOUR FUTURE IS ONLINE.
APRIL ACCOUNTINGDAMLOAAS/PAYROLL
SPECIALIST Like many, I started college and then had to drop out because life threw a few too many curve balls. On January 1, 2018, I resolved to get my degree. I worked full-time during the day and did my online schooling at night and on weekends. I brought homework with me everywhere. For three years, my husband and children supported me. My friends, family and coworkers cheered me on even if they thought I was crazy. I missed my kids’ activities, I took a new job, we started a family kettle corn business, I worked from home during a pandemic while “home schooling” my kids, and I missed spending time with my family and friends. Was it hard? YES. Did I want to give up? YES. But I had two kids watching me work too hard to quit. Did I quit? NO. Even if you don’t think you are capable of something or if you feel like giving up, you are stronger than you think you are, and you can get through it.
STUDENT STORIES PROGRAMS AND TRANSFER PATHWAYS • Computer Programming • C ybersecurity • D igital Marketing • Global and Intercultural Studies • Health Technology/CodingInformation • History Transfer Pathway • Human Resources • Individualized Studies • Information Technology • Information Technology: Database Administration • M andanagementMarketing • M edical Administrative Assistant • M edical Coding and Insurance • M edical Office Assistant • M edical Receptionist • Paralegal • Payroll Specialist • Political Science Transfer Pathway • Psychology Transfer Pathway • V isual Arts 7
ERIN NISSEN LIMITED SCOPE RADIOGRAPHY I realized that what I was previously going to college for was just not a good match with the future lifestyle I desire. I work in the radiology department at the main Sanford hospital in Fargo. I did some research and found the Limited Scope Radiography program at M State and decided that it was going to be the best choice for me. I really enjoy the small class size we have. It is nice having so much hands-on time and getting to move at our own pace. It is an amazing learning STUDENTopportunity.STORIES • Hands-on technical program options • O n-campus dining • O n-campus child care • Variety of student life events and organizations • Convenient and affordable local housing • Wealth of outdoor recreation opportunities IT’S ALL HERE, ALL YEAR. Read more about Erin’s success minnesota.edu/stories.at 8
• A rchitectural Drafting and Design • Associate of Arts: Liberal Arts and Sciences • Associate of Arts: Social Science Emphasis • Business • Civil TechnologyEngineering • Early Childhood • Early Childhood and Education Transfer Pathway • History Transfer Pathway • Individualized Studies • Limited Scope Radiography • M andanagementMarketing • Nursing • Payroll Specialist • Political Science Transfer Pathway • PowerSports Technology • Psychology Transfer Pathway • Radiologic Technology • Survey Technician DETROIT LAKES DETROIT LAKES PROGRAMS AND TRANSFER PATHWAYS 9
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campus • Fitness center available on campus • O n-campus living and dining • Fine arts opportunities for all students • Variety of student life activities • Focus on transfer education, business programs and health sciences CULTURERICHOFARTSANDMUSIC NJCAA ATHLETICS • Baseball • Basketball • Clay target • Football • Golf • Softball • Volleyball HALF A CENTURY OF HIGH QUALITY. 11
STUDENT STORIES on a two-year college
FALLS PROGRAMS AND TRANSFER PATHWAYS • Accounting Transfer Pathway • A rt Transfer Pathway • Associate of Arts: Liberal Arts and Sciences • Associate of Arts: Social Science Emphasis • Biology Transfer Pathway • Bioscience • Business • Business Transfer Pathway • Environmental Science • Global and Intercultural Studies • History Transfer Pathway • Individualized Studies • M anagement and Marketing • M edical TechnologyLaboratory • M usic • Nursing • Phlebotomy Technician • Political Science Transfer Pathway • Pre-Professional Health • Psychology Transfer Pathway • S port Management • V isual Arts • Traditional college experience
KATIE STROM ROZANAS IMUSICchose to attend M State because I had heard such great things about the instructors, and specifically the Fine Arts department. The Fergus Falls campus offered smaller class sizes, which I really appreciated. At M State, I felt my instructors took the time to invest in their students. They took the time and energy to make sure I was ready to move on to the next stage in my career – North Dakota State University and beyond. Their care and wisdom allowed me to really dig into each assignment, role and piece of music. This helped me build confidence in my abilities and showed me that taking risks is critical for growth as an artist. Even for students not planning on careers in the arts, the performing arts teach people so many useful life skills – the ability to be flexible, teamwork, dealing well under pressure, empathy and a solid work ethic.
MATT IPLUMBINGGROMMESHTECHNOLOGYwanderedaroundindifferent jobs, trying to find what I was good at. After I took a job in a pool and hot tub store, I learned how to repair them and fix leaks. That became my favorite part of the job, so I decided to look into repair jobs, and plumbing became of interest. I have two kids and work full-time, so the fact that I could go to class once a week in the evenings was a big part of how I managed to go. Any trade program needs to have handson experience to be effective, and this program was set up very well. M State has a mock building set up so you will actually plumb a bathroom, use power tools and learn to solder. We also were actively learning fittings and technical information to be better equipped when we got a job in the STUDENTfield. STORIES • V ibrant metropolitan setting • O n-campus fitness center • O n-campus dining • Housing partnership with Minnesota State University Moorhead • Active student life organizations • D iverse student population YOUR COMMUNITY COLLEGE. 12
MOORHEAD MOORHEAD PROGRAMS AND TRANSFER PATHWAYS • Accounting • Accounting Clerk • Accounting Transfer Pathway • Advanced HVAC/R • A merican Sign Language Studies • Associate of Arts: Liberal Arts and Sciences • Associate of Arts: Social Science Emphasis • Automotive Service Technology • Biology Transfer Pathway • Bioscience • Business Transfer Pathway • TechnologyCardiovascular-Invasive • Computer Programming • Construction Management • Correctional Officer • Criminal Justice • C ybersecurity • Dental Assisting • Dental Hygiene • D iesel Equipment Technology • D rafting and 3D Technologies • Early Childhood • Early Childhood and Education Transfer Pathway • Electrical Technology • Engineering • Environmental Science • Global and Intercultural Studies • Graphic Design • Heating, Ventilation and Conditioning/RefrigerationAir • History Transfer Pathway • Human Resources • Individualized Studies • Information Technology • Information Technology: Database Administration • M anagement and Marketing • M edical Laboratory Technology • Nursing • Payroll Specialist • Plumbing Technology • Political Science Transfer Pathway • Practical Nursing • Pre-Professional Health • Psychology Transfer Pathway • Surgical Technology 13
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I went out on a limb by going into a program that is predominantly male and knowing very little about HVAC beforehand. It has definitely been an experience, but an experience full of learning, laughing and making a lot of memories. It turned out to be a blast. My advice to other women in fields dominated by men is to just have confidence in yourself. I have had a great experience, but I want to give a huge shout-out to some amazing guys in my class and the awesome teacher. As long as you prove that you can work hard, you will get the respect
you STUDENTdeserve.STORIES • Hands-on technical program options • O n-campus dining • O n-campus child care • Variety of student life events and organizations • S pecialty programs in energy industry • Wealth of outdoor recreation opportunities WALK IN. FEEL WELCOME. 15
WADENA PROGRAMS AND TRANSFER PATHWAYS DETROIT LAKES • Associate of Arts: Liberal Arts and Sciences • Cosmetology • Electrical TechnologyLineworker • Electrical Technology • Esthetician • Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration • History Transfer Pathway • Individualized Studies • Massage Therapy • Nail Technician • Nursing • Political Science Transfer Pathway • Psychology Transfer Pathway
KEILA SCHMITZ IHVAC/Rplanned to go into the medical field, but the more I thought about it, it didn’t suit me. I was looking for a sustainable income in an industry that was projected to grow, and I’d heard that demand for HVAC technicians was on the rise and thought it would be a good gig to get into.
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At M State, you’ll get an education that’s both personal and affordable. Our tuition is an exceptional value, and special scholarships and programs make M State even more affordable. Learn more about your options at Ourminnesota.edu/aid.financialaidspecialists are ready to help you understand your many financial aid options. Your first step is completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online at studentaid.gov. Be sure to enter 005541 as the school code for M State. You can contact us with financial aid questions at financialaid@ minnesota.edu. EARN CREDITS WHILE IN HIGH minnesota.edu/net-price-calculatorminnesota.edu/pseoSCHOOLCALCULATEYOURTUITIONAPPLYFORSCHOLARSHIPSminnesota.edu/foundationsSPONSORSHIPOPPORTUNITIESminnesota.edu/sponsorships M STATE TUITION Resident ............................ $180.80/credit Non-resident........................... $180.80/credit Online .................................... $198.95/credit *Tuition rates are subject to change. Please check with your enrollment manager for the latest tuition rates. M $5,742STATE Regional two-year colleges $5,931 Minnesota State universities $9,484 University of Minnesota $13,674 Private colleges and universities $34,720 17
SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGYAPPLIED • Advanced HVAC/R M • A rchitectural Drafting and Design D • Automotive Service Technology M • Civil Engineering Technology D • Construction Management M • Correctional Officer M • Criminal Justice M • Diesel Equipment Technology M • Drafting and 3D Technologies M • Electrical TechnologyLineworkerW • Electrical Technology M W • Heating, Ventilation, Air andConditioningRefrigeration M W • Plumbing Technology M • PowerSports Technology D • Su rvey Technician D SCHOOL OF HEALTH ANDHUMANSCIENCES,SERVICESNURSING HEALTH SCIENCES • Cardiovascular Technology –Invasive M • D ental Assisting M • Dental Hygiene M • H ealth Technology/CodingInformation O • Limited Scope Radiography D • M edical Administrative Assistant O • M edical Coding and Insurance O • M edical TechnologyLaboratoryFM • M edical Office Assistant O • M edical Receptionist O • Phlebotomy Technician F • Radiologic Technology D • Su rgical Technology M HUMAN SERVICES • Cosmetology W • Early Childhood D M • Esthetician W • M assage Therapy W • Na il Technician W •NURSINGAssociate Degree Nursing D F M W • PN to ADN Bridge D F W • Practical Nursing M TRANSFER PATHWAYS • Early Childhood and Education D M SCHOOL OF BUSINESS TECHNOLOGYINFORMATIONAND • Accounting M O • Accounting Clerk D M O • Administrative Support O • Bu siness D F O • M andanagementMarketing D F M O • Cisco Networking O • Computer Programming M O • C ybersecurity M O • D igital Marketing O • Graphic Design M • H uman Resources M O • Individualized Studies D F M W O • I nformation Technology M O • I nformation Technology –Database Administration M O • Paralegal O • Payroll Specialist D F M O • S port Management F TRANSFER PATHWAYS • Accounting F M O • Bu siness F M O • B ioscience F M • Engineering M • Environmental Science F M • Pre-Professional Health F M TRANSFER PATHWAYS • B iology F M SCHOOL OF SCIENCE MATHEMATICSAND • A merican Sign Language Studies M • Autism Spectrum Disorder O • Child and BehavioralTherapeuticAdolescentHealthO • Global Interculturaland Studies F M 0 TRANSFER PROGRAMS • A ssociate of Arts: Liberal Arts and Sciences D F M W O • A ssociate of Arts: Social Science Emphasis D F M O • M usic AFA F TRANSFER PATHWAYS • A rt F • Hi story D F M W O • Political Science D F M W O • Psychology D F M W O SCHOOL OF LIBERAL ARTS AND PROGRAMSHUMANITIES AND MAJORS OFFERED AT M STATE D = Detroit Lakes | F = Fergus Falls | M = Moorhead | W = Wadena | O = Online 18
STUDENT SERVICES SERVICESSOCIAL SUPPORTTRANSFERSWITH ACADEMICADVISING LANGUAGEENGLISHLEARNERSERVICESVETERANSSERVICESACCESSIBILITYCOUNSELINGSERVICES PLACEMENTCAREERSERVICES SCHOLARSHIPS ANDLEARNINGTUTORINGSUPPORTEQUITYANDINCLUSIONFINANCIALADVISINGAID At M State, you’ll have access to all the resources you need to get started, keep going and achieve your goals as a student. In addition to M State’s online resources, each M State campus has a fully equipped student services department of experts who serve as your one-stop shop for help with admissions, advising, counseling, financial aid, student records and more. Each campus also has a Computer Help Center to assist with any technology needs that arise. 19
Now that you’ve learned a bit about M State, the last thing to do is Admissionapply!toM State starts with the online application available at minnesota.edu/apply or by scanning the QR code. APPLICATION IS FREE. What do you have to lose? 35 10 10 210 MOORHEADDETROITWADENALAKES FERGUS FALLS Fargo DAKOTANORTHSOUTHDAKOTA CANADAWISCONSIN MINNESOTA MinneapolisSt. PaulDuluthSt. Cloud 94 94 minnesota.edu • 877.450.3322 VISIT A CAMPUS Minnesota State Community and Technical College, a member of Minnesota State, is an affirmative action, equal opportunity educator and employer. GET SOCIAL! Want to know what’s going on at M State? Get connected! Ready to see for yourself what makes M State great? A campus tour is an ideal way to view our facilities, learn all about our programs, and get a feel for our campuses in Detroit Lakes, Fergus Falls, Moorhead and Wadena. Sign up for a visit today at minnesota.edu/visit. We look forward to meeting you! APPLY TO M STATE SCAN TO APPLY Are you HEREYET? DETROIT LAKES | FERGUS FALLS | MOORHEAD | WADENA | ONLINE 1414 College Way, Fergus Falls, MN 56537
