CROOKSTON — The University of Minnesota Crookston is on track to break its enrollment record, the college reported in a news release.
An official census will be announced by the Board of Regents in early October, but U of M Crookston leaders reported they expect to pass the record of 1,880 students set in the 2014-15 school year.
The school stated the high enrollment follows a multi-year trend with steady increases in degree-seeking students.
“Our admissions office is doing a great job recruiting students who will thrive at our campus, and our faculty work directly with students in the classroom, on research projects, and with career-readiness experiences,” stated Rosemary Johnsen, senior vice chancellor for academic affairs, in the release.
“Combine that with robust support services for student learning, and you see the kind of continuing growth the Crookston campus has been enjoying the past several years.”
The college pointed toward its high online rankings from Niche, topping the state for best online college, best college dorms, best college for business and best value college.
“Students are paying attention to the things that set us apart such as our #1 rankings, as well as some new programs we’ve launched like accelerated accounting and sport media and communication," stated Lynsey Huseth, strategic marketing and communications director.
"What really draws students here is the value they receive from the hands-on learning experiences and the personal connections that only a small campus like ours can offer.”
The enrollment trend shows more students are finding their path to success at Crookston, stated Jacob Isaacs, director of student success and academic advising, in the release.
“It not only shows that new students are drawn to what Crookston has to offer. It also shows that more of our current students see that continuing their education with U of M Crookston is worth the investment through our individual attention and hands-on career preparation," Isaacs stated.
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