Is Hennepin Technical College worth it?
Hennepin Technical College is a public, two-year institution in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota (large suburb). It awarded 1,720 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in criminal justice; heating, air conditioning; and automation engineer technology.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$48,977
Median earnings 4 years after
$59,906
Median earnings 10 years after
$49,460
Average net price
$10,272
Completion rate
42%
Completions (2024)
1,720
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
3,157
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Undergraduate certificate | $56,699 | $73,991 | 154 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate | $57,382 | $71,193 | 66 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management | Associate | $46,775 | $58,421 | 53 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Associate | $65,592 | $86,733 | 43 |
| Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians | Associate | $71,199 | $81,645 | 32 |
| Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians | Associate | $49,539 | $63,030 | 31 |
| Precision Metal Working | Undergraduate certificate | $52,456 | $69,442 | 27 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | $42,294 | $50,229 | 24 |
| Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians | Associate | $56,073 | $72,164 | 23 |
| Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services | Undergraduate certificate | $40,030 | $60,670 | 20 |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate | $59,829 | $76,020 | 20 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Undergraduate certificate | $43,470 | $51,771 | 19 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate | $47,901 | $48,044 | 18 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate | $37,273 | $43,212 | 18 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Associate | $54,376 | $58,915 | 17 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Justice/Police Science | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 187 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 127 |
| Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 73 |
| CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 63 |
| Automation Engineer Technology/Technician | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 59 |
| Dental Assisting/Assistant | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 54 |
| Cabinetmaking and Millwork | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 52 |
| Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) Machinist Technology/CNC Machinist | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 46 |
| Hydraulics and Fluid Power Technology/Technician | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 43 |
| Dental Assisting/Assistant | Associate | 42 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 24% | 3,725 |
| Manufacturing | 20% | 3,191 |
| Retail Trade | 9% | 1,367 |
| Public Administration | 8% | 1,177 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 7% | 1,076 |
| Construction | 5% | 844 |
| Wholesale Trade | 5% | 840 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 4% | 693 |
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Sources: federal figures for Hennepin Technical College. 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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