College statistics
- Address:
- 3300 Century Ave N
White Bear Lake, MN
55110 - Sector Group:
- Public 2-Year
- Official Website:
- https://www.century.edu/
- Setting:
- Suburb
- Annual In-State Tuition:
- $5,475
- Endowment (End of Year):
- $58,680,000
- Research Activity Tier:
- No research designation
- Economic Mobility Index:
- Higher Access, Lower Earnings
- Primary Undergraduate Major:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Century College is a public two-year institution in White Bear Lake, Minnesota, serving the Twin Cities metro area. The college enrolls 8,248 students and offers a broad liberal arts curriculum designed primarily to prepare students for transfer to four-year universities, though it also serves students seeking direct workforce entry.
Tuition is $5,475 annually for both in-state and out-of-state students, with a total cost of attendance of $5,475. This low cost structure makes Century accessible to commuter students and working adults. The college serves a mix of recent high school graduates and adult learners seeking to advance their careers or credentials.
Century functions as a regional transfer hub and entry point to higher education for suburban Minneapolis residents. Many students complete general education requirements here before moving to four-year programs. The college is best suited for students seeking affordable foundational coursework, those testing their readiness for university-level work, and adults balancing education with employment. For more information, visit the official website at https://www.century.edu/.