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South Central College
North Mankato, MN, United States
Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition
At South Central College, students from families earning up to $30,000 paid an average of $9,879 a year after grants, against $18,800 for families earning over $110,000.
Source: U.S. College Scorecard, 2025
Average annual cost after grants
$12,198
$4,205 below the median for all colleges ($16,403).
| Family income | Average annual cost |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $9,879 |
| $30,001 to $48,000 | $10,622 |
| $48,001 to $75,000 | $11,117 |
| $75,001 to $110,000 | $15,964 |
| Over $110,000 | $18,800 |
Average yearly cost of attendance minus grants and scholarships for full-time, first-time undergraduates who received federal aid. Loans are not subtracted.
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Source: U.S. College Scorecard, 2025
The published cost of attendance also covers transport and personal expenses. Out-of-state students at public colleges pay the out-of-state tuition.
Source: U.S. College Scorecard, 2025
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