Is Central Lakes College-Brainerd worth it?
Central Lakes College-Brainerd is a public, two-year institution in Brainerd, Minnesota (small town). It awarded 890 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in liberal arts and sciences, registered nursing and farm and ranch management.
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Federal context for Central Lakes College-Brainerd
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Median earnings 1 year after
$40,007
Median earnings 4 years after
$50,357
Median earnings 10 years after
$42,162
Average net price
$13,869
Completion rate
53%
Completions (2024)
890
Years to pay back
1.1 years
Students (undergrad)
1,614
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Associate | $26,133 | $43,480 | 95 |
| Ground Transportation | Undergraduate certificate | $64,164 | $69,894 | 73 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Associate | $68,032 | $77,488 | 47 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | $41,672 | $55,966 | 35 |
| Precision Metal Working | Undergraduate certificate | $40,671 | $55,654 | 33 |
| Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians | Associate | $60,937 | N/A | 20 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Undergraduate certificate | $40,329 | $39,717 | 18 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Associate | $23,883 | $37,753 | 17 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General | Associate | $41,201 | $57,304 | 16 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Undergraduate certificate | $35,623 | $58,487 | 16 |
| Agriculture, General | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Agricultural Business and Management | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Agricultural Production Operations | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Applied Horticulture and Horticultural Business Services | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Applied Horticulture and Horticultural Business Services | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | Associate | 330 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Associate | 82 |
| Farm/Farm and Ranch Management | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 48 |
| Construction/Heavy Equipment/Earthmoving Equipment Operation | Certificate 2-4 yrs | 48 |
| Welding Technology/Welder | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 35 |
| Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 34 |
| Dental Assisting/Assistant | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 24 |
| Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 19 |
| Criminal Justice/Police Science | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 15 |
| Dental Assisting/Assistant | Associate | 14 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 37% | 3,248 |
| Manufacturing | 11% | 939 |
| Retail Trade | 10% | 871 |
| Construction | 9% | 833 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 6% | 554 |
| Public Administration | 6% | 528 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 4% | 338 |
| Educational Services | 3% | 281 |
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Sources: federal figures for Central Lakes College-Brainerd. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Minnesota. Counts under 10 are not published.
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