Career Training Path › Minnesota › Alexandria Technical & Community College
Alexandria Technical & Community College
Alexandria, Minnesota · Public technical college
Address: 1601 Jefferson Streeet, Alexandria, MN 56308 · Phone: (320) 762-0221 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
No accreditor sanctions in the last 36 months
Alexandria Technical & Community College is a public trade school in Alexandria, Minnesota, offering LPN, CDL, and welding programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Alexandria Technical & Community College has a 60.0% completion rate versus a 48.2% state average, with graduates carrying $12,000 in median debt and earning $49,393 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost is not reported in federal data for Alexandria Technical & Community College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including Pell Grants, is accepted, and 15.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $51,700 | $63,750 | $71,270 |
| Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers | $45,910 | $61,990 | $73,700 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $45,690 | $60,280 | $65,410 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $49,810 | $66,840 | $78,600 |
| Medical assistants | $40,110 | $50,480 | $58,540 |
| Machinists | $46,550 | $61,140 | $74,650 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $38,310 | $58,390 | $73,250 |
| Construction laborers | $42,950 | $60,260 | $79,710 |
| Medical records specialists | $48,120 | $61,530 | $70,070 |
| Nursing assistants | $38,010 | $46,680 | $49,330 |
| Phlebotomists | $38,740 | $46,000 | $48,760 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Minnesota (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 67 | $34,607 | $34,575 | $7,464 |
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 40 | $37,417 | $38,289 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 34 | $42,747 | $46,018 | $5,500 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 26 | $55,538 | $47,260 | $12,000 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 2–4 years | 18 | $42,747 | $46,018 | $5,500 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 2–4 years | 17 | $39,786 | $36,185 | $12,000 |
| Carpenters | Certificate, 2–4 years | 11 | not reported | $36,848 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | not reported | $29,322 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 2–4 years | 6 | $39,786 | $36,185 | $12,000 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, under 300 hours | 4 | $34,607 | $34,575 | $7,464 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | $25,967 | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Alexandria Technical & Community College is a public trade and career-training campus in Alexandria, Minnesota. The school is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with its nursing programs additionally accredited by the National League for Nursing, Commission for Nurse Education Accreditation. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used at this school. Among its 13 program families, the campus awards the most credentials in LPN / LVN programs, CDL / truck driving schools, and welding schools.
Federal data show a completion rate of 60.0%, above the Minnesota state average of 48.2%. Graduates carry a median debt of $12,000, and median earnings ten years after entry are $49,393. About 15.8% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With 252 trade completers among 1,533 undergraduates in a remote-town setting, this campus offers a mix of shorter career-training programs (such as CDL and welding) and longer clinical tracks (such as LPN), though exact program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Career changers should confirm program length, schedule, and licensing requirements directly with the school. To verify accreditation and outcomes independently, check the Higher Learning Commission and consult the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Alexandria Technical & Community College offers 13 program families, most notably LPN / LVN programs, CDL / truck driving schools, and welding schools.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, and its nursing program carries additional accreditation from the National League for Nursing, Commission for Nurse Education Accreditation.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 60.0%, which is above the Minnesota state average of 48.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $12,000, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $49,393, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (320) 762-0221 or visit alextech.edu for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public school, which typically means lower tuition costs and different funding structures than for-profit institutions, though specific tuition is not reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm schedules for specific programs.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard (https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?172918).
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers a range of shorter career-training programs like CDL and welding alongside longer clinical programs like LPN, but specific fit depends on program length and schedule details not reported here; contact the school to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements vary by program (e.g., LPN licensure) and are not detailed in the available federal data; contact the school for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Alexandria Technical & Community College at (320) 762-0221 or through its website, https://www.alextech.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; consult the College Scorecard for side-by-side comparisons.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.