National · 2026
Best Machine Tool Technology/Machinist Schools
#7 of 158 ranked schools nationwide
View placement details: Best Machine Tool Technology/Machinist Schools, NationalAlexandria Technical & Community College Rankings
Current edition: 2026-r2
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Minnesota · 2026
Best Trade Colleges
#1 of 38 ranked schools in Minnesota
View placement details: Best Trade Colleges, Minnesota
Minnesota · 2026
Best Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training (LPN/LVN) Schools
#1 of 19 ranked schools in Minnesota
View placement details: Best Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training (LPN/LVN) Schools, MinnesotaAll 2026 placements
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Positions are within each ranking’s listed group of schools. National and state placements use different groups.
| Ranking | Scope | Position | Number ranked | Data tier | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best Value Trade Colleges | National | #419 of 912 ranked schools nationwideTop 46% | 912 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Value Trade Colleges, National |
| Most Diverse Trade Colleges | National | #754 of 2634 ranked schools nationwideTop 29% | 2634 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Most Diverse Trade Colleges, National |
| Most Diverse Trade Colleges | State · Minnesota | #20 of 38 ranked schools in Minnesota | 38 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Most Diverse Trade Colleges, Minnesota |
| Best Trade Colleges | National | #164 of 2672 ranked schools nationwideTop 7% | 2672 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Trade Colleges, National |
| Best Colleges for Computer & IT | National | #234 of 794 ranked schools nationwideTop 30% | 794 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Colleges for Computer & IT, National |
| Best Colleges for Education | National | #172 of 463 ranked schools nationwideTop 38% | 463 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Colleges for Education, National |
| Best Colleges for Engineering Tech | National | #43 of 701 ranked schools nationwideTop 7% | 701 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Colleges for Engineering Tech, National |
| Best Colleges for Family & Consumer Sciences | National | #102 of 449 ranked schools nationwideTop 23% | 449 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Colleges for Family & Consumer Sciences, National |
| Best Colleges for Recreation & Fitness | National | #46 of 218 ranked schools nationwideTop 22% | 218 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Colleges for Recreation & Fitness, National |
| Best Colleges for Security & Protective Services | National | #13 of 641 ranked schools nationwideTop 3% | 641 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Colleges for Security & Protective Services, National |
| Best Colleges for Social Work | National | #18 of 222 ranked schools nationwideTop 9% | 222 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Colleges for Social Work, National |
| Best Colleges for Construction | National | #189 of 596 ranked schools nationwideTop 32% | 596 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Colleges for Construction, National |
| Best Colleges for Construction | State · Minnesota | #13 of 21 ranked schools in Minnesota | 21 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Colleges for Construction, Minnesota |
| Best Colleges for Automotive & Repair | National | #219 of 897 ranked schools nationwideTop 25% | 897 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Colleges for Automotive & Repair, National |
| Best Colleges for Manufacturing | National | #84 of 750 ranked schools nationwideTop 12% | 750 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Colleges for Manufacturing, National |
| Best Colleges for Transportation | National | #67 of 269 ranked schools nationwideTop 25% | 269 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Colleges for Transportation, National |
| Best Colleges for Visual & Performing Arts | National | #53 of 451 ranked schools nationwideTop 12% | 451 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Colleges for Visual & Performing Arts, National |
| Best Colleges for Health Sciences | National | #358 of 1535 ranked schools nationwideTop 24% | 1535 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Colleges for Health Sciences, National |
| Best Colleges for Health Sciences | State · Minnesota | #14 of 26 ranked schools in Minnesota | 26 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Colleges for Health Sciences, Minnesota |
| Best Colleges for Business & Finance | National | #151 of 863 ranked schools nationwideTop 18% | 863 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Colleges for Business & Finance, National |
| Best Carpentry Schools | National | #16 of 152 ranked schools nationwideTop 11% | 152 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Carpentry Schools, National |
| Best Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator Schools | National | #47 of 192 ranked schools nationwideTop 25% | 192 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator Schools, National |
| Best Diesel Mechanics Technology Schools | National | #18 of 231 ranked schools nationwideTop 8% | 231 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Diesel Mechanics Technology Schools, National |
| Best Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training (LPN/LVN) Schools | National | #72 of 766 ranked schools nationwideTop 10% | 766 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training (LPN/LVN) Schools, National |
| Best Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder Schools | National | #101 of 225 ranked schools nationwideTop 45% | 225 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder Schools, National |
| Best Welding Technology Schools | National | #103 of 730 ranked schools nationwideTop 15% | 730 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Welding Technology Schools, National |
| Best Trade Colleges for Working Students | National | #50 of 1503 ranked schools nationwideTop 4% | 1503 | Tier 1 | View ranking: Best Trade Colleges for Working Students, National |
Past editions
2026 edition · 2026-r1
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Positions are within each ranking’s listed group of schools. National and state placements use different groups.