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The Minnesota Private College Council represents 18 Minnesota liberal arts colleges and universities. Catherine University
- St. Paul
- University of St. Thomas

Our member institutions:
- Augsburg University
- Bethany Lutheran College
- Bethel University
- Carleton College
- College of Saint Benedict
- The College of St. Scholastica
- Concordia College, Moorhead
- Concordia University, St. Paul
- Gustavus Adolphus College
- Hamline University
- Macalester College
- Minneapolis College of Art and Design
- Saint John’s University
- Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota
- St. Olaf College
- University of Northwestern – St.

09/25/2026

There are many ways for students to earn college credit while in high school, but different colleges have different policies. We’ve compiled a list of how our 18 member institutions recognize and accept the five most common ways students work to earn college credit while in high school. This includes AP, IB, CLEP, PSEO and dual enrollment. Learn more: https://www.mnprivatecolleges.org/college-planning/high-school-students/earning-college-credit-high-school/credits-our-colleges-accept

09/17/2026

Tracking down deadlines and application requirements can take a lot of time. We’ve made that easier for you by collecting that information for our 18 colleges and universities in one place on our website. Learn more: https://www.mnprivatecolleges.org/college-planning/high-school-students/college-application-process/application-deadlines-fees

09/10/2026

Campus news spotlight: Since 1985, Carleton College students have been taking on community-based work and learning that enriches their education and has frequently led to a lifetime of commitment. Carleton’s Center for Community and Civic Engagement has created deep roots in the classroom and the surrounding communities. Read more: https://www.mnprivatecolleges.org/news-events/news/campus-spotlight-classroom-and-community

08/27/2026

For the third year, the University of Northwestern – St. Paul and Macalester College will bring together students with different world views to learn and practice listening with an open mind. The goal is to teach students how to better communicate with people they don’t necessarily see eye-to-eye with on topics and issues that frequently divide people in today’s political climate. Read more: https://www.mnprivatecolleges.org/news-events/news/bridging-divides

08/26/2026

In July, veteran support staff and School Certifying Officials (SCOs) from our member institutions met for an in-person workshop at the University of St. Thomas on current military education benefits and best practices to streamline processes.

For veterans and servicemembers, get started at https://www.mnprivatecolleges.org/college-planning/veterans-servicemembers

08/19/2026

All our colleges offer meaningful financial aid — offers that may involve specific scholarships, promise guarantee programs or commitments to meeting full demonstrated need. Learn more: https://www.mnprivatecolleges.org/student-aid

Net price calculators can help you estimate and understand what each college may cost after factoring in financial aid. Find calculators: https://www.mnprivatecolleges.org/calculators

08/13/2026

The Minnesota Office of Higher Education is offering a series of online events through November around the college and financial aid process. Each session will have live interpretation in Spanish, Hmong and Somali. Learn more: https://mngoestocollege.mn.gov/mngoestocollege/students/attend-virtual-event

07/15/2026

Our sister organization, the Minnesota Private College Fund, has relaunched its Trailblazers Leadership Program with nine students selected as new scholars for the 2026-28 cohort. The new students are enrolled at Augsburg University; Concordia University, St. Paul; Hamline University; and St. Olaf College.

The program combines significant scholarships to students in their junior and senior years with a cohort-based mentoring program focused on leadership development, academic success and personal and career development opportunities. Learn more about the program: https://www.mnprivatecolleges.org/giving/trailblazers-leadership-program

07/08/2026

Campus news spotlight: A partnership with Minnesota State University, Mankato producing and broadcasting Maverick men’s and women’s hockey has grown over 25 years into a nationally respected, Division I–level broadcast operation — one that has shaped generations of Bethany Lutheran College students and become a staple of the college’s broadcast studio and media arts program. Read more: https://www.mnprivatecolleges.org/news-events/news/campus-spotlight-blc-studios-marks-25-seasons-broadcasting-maverick-hockey

07/01/2026

When he was looking for a college, Augsburg University senior Aidan Wippich realized he wanted a smaller campus community after exploring several large public institutions. He found the right fit at Augsburg. Strong financial aid has contributed to his success in accessing and excelling in higher education. Read more: https://www.mnprivatecolleges.org/news-events/news/paying-college-profile-aidan-wippich

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445 Minnesota Street, Ste 500
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55101

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Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

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https://www.mnprivatecolleges.org/

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