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Minnesota State College Southeast
Winona, Minnesota · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 1250 Homer Rd, Winona, MN 55987 · Phone: (507) 453-2700 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Minnesota State College Southeast is a public trade school in Winona, MN offering CDL/truck driving, LPN, and auto mechanic training, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and others.
Minnesota State College Southeast has a 47.5% completion rate, near the Minnesota state average of 48.2%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is $12,971 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $43,613.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and about 25.1% of students receive Pell.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers | $45,910 | $61,990 | $73,700 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $51,700 | $63,750 | $71,270 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $38,310 | $58,390 | $73,250 |
| Machinists | $46,550 | $61,140 | $74,650 |
| Skincare specialists | $23,990 | $44,430 | $62,530 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $45,690 | $60,280 | $65,410 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,590 | $39,170 | $59,300 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $67,080 | $83,400 | $98,900 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $27,550 | $36,040 | $44,840 |
| Construction laborers | $42,950 | $60,260 | $79,710 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 29 | $40,197 | $46,087 | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 14 | $36,437 | $35,060 | $13,935 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | $39,524 | $39,009 | $9,500 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | $39,524 | $39,009 | $9,500 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 8 | $49,077 | $53,775 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | $33,722 | $33,281 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Carpenters | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | $39,524 | $39,009 | $9,500 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | $33,722 | $33,281 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 2–4 years | 2 | $33,722 | $33,281 | not reported |
| Carpenters | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | $33,722 | $33,281 | 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
Minnesota State College Southeast is a public trade and career-training school located in Winona, Minnesota, a distant town setting. The campus participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), so students may use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants toward tuition. It is accredited, with recognition from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the Higher Learning Commission, and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. Across its 17 program offerings, the school awards the most credentials in CDL / truck driving (29), LPN / LVN programs (14), and auto mechanic training (14), alongside other trade fields such as welding, cosmetology, CNC machining, and radiology technology.
Federal data show a completion rate of 47.5%, which is near the Minnesota state average of 48.2%. Among graduates, median debt is $12,971, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $43,613, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. About 25.1% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of lower-income enrollment. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Undergraduate enrollment is 1,388, with 125 trade-program completers reflected in the data reviewed.
Given its mix of short CDL and LPN training alongside longer associate-style trade programs, this campus may suit both recent high school graduates and adult career changers seeking hands-on, shorter-term credentials, though specific program lengths are not detailed here. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the listed accreditors and review outcome data on the College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Minnesota State College Southeast offers 17 program areas, with the most completions in CDL/truck driving (29), LPN/LVN programs (14), and auto mechanic training (14). It also offers welding, cosmetology, CNC machining, radiology technology, and other construction trades programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited. Accreditors include the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the Higher Learning Commission, and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 47.5%, which is near the Minnesota state average of 48.2%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is $12,971, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $43,613, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
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 (507) 453-2700 or visit https://www.southeastmn.edu/ for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Minnesota State College Southeast is a public institution, which often means lower tuition rates and state oversight compared to for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the data provided. Contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the listed accreditors and check outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?175263.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The mix of shorter CDL and LPN training alongside other trade programs suggests it may fit career changers seeking hands-on training, though specific scheduling details are not reported here.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Minnesota State College Southeast at (507) 453-2700 or through its website, https://www.southeastmn.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in the inputs provided; consult the College Scorecard for side-by-side data.
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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.