Brainerd, MN · Public 2-year college · Town (remote)
| Item | Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition & fees (in-state) | $6,140 | Published rate before aid |
| Tuition & fees (out-of-state) | $6,140 | Published rate before aid |
| Books & supplies | $1,000 | Estimated annual |
| Total sticker cost | $17,352 | Everything, before aid |
| Average actual cost paid | $12,462 | After grants and scholarships — this is the number that matters |
Students here pay on average $4,890 less than the sticker price — about 28% off, once grants and scholarships are counted.
Share of degrees awarded, US Dept. of Education.
| Athletic association | NJCAA |
| Men’s varsity sports (3) | Football (40), Basketball (18), Baseball (16) |
| Women’s varsity sports (3) | Volleyball (13), Basketball (12), Softball (12) |
Squad sizes in brackets, from the federal Equity in Athletics survey (2024–25). Filter by sport and division on the interactive map.
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