# Ridgewater College

> Public community & technical college in Willmar and Hutchinson, Minnesota. This is the machine-readable index of Ridgewater's programs, admissions, tuition, and student services, generated from ridgewater.edu. Each link resolves to a clean Markdown page.

## Areas of Study
- [Advanced Manufacturing & Engineering Technology](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/advanced-manufacturing-engineering/): Ridgewater College has supported the manufacturers in our region, Minnesota and throughout the United States, by providing well-educated employees to fulfill em
- [Computer Aided Drafting and Design](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/advanced-manufacturing-engineering/computer-aided-drafting-and-design/): Mechanical drafters turn ideas into doable solutions. They transform an engineer’s concept into a detailed, 3D plan for production using industry software. Ridg
- [Faculty](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/advanced-manufacturing-engineering/computer-aided-drafting-and-design-program/faculty/): Listen
- [Careers](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/advanced-manufacturing-engineering/computer-aided-drafting-and-design/careers/): Computer Aided Drafting and Design is the process of
- [Computer Requirements](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/advanced-manufacturing-engineering/computer-aided-drafting-and-design/computer-aided-drafting-and-design-computer-requirements/): Students who enroll in the Computer Aided Drafting and
- [Machine Tool Technology](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/advanced-manufacturing-engineering/machine-tool-technology/): The Machine Tool Technology program at Ridgewater College prepares students to fill the strong current need for CNC precision manufacturing and machining techni
- [Machine Tool Careers](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/advanced-manufacturing-engineering/machine-tool-technology-program/machine-tool-careers/): The web server reported a gateway time-out error.
- [Nondestructive Testing Technology (NDT)](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/advanced-manufacturing-engineering/nondestructive-testing-technology-ndt/): Ridgewater College's Nondestructive Testing Technology (NDT) program prepares students to work in the competitive nondestructive testing field. Graduates are tr
- [Welding](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/advanced-manufacturing-engineering/welding/): Using a variety of methods from plasma cutting to robotic welding, welders and fabricators build and maintain bridges, help manufacture everything from vehicles
- [Agriculture & Veterinary Technology](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/agriculture-veterinary-technology/): Agriculture Facts Agriculture plays an important role in the
- [Agriculture Industry Partners](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/agriculture-veterinary-technology/ag-sponsors/): Listen
- [Agri Business](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/agriculture-veterinary-technology/agri-business/): Explore everything from animal, crop and dairy science to office management and sales. An investment in agri-business training at Ridgewater provides you with a
- [Careers](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/agriculture-veterinary-technology/agri-business/careers/): Agriculture continues to be an extremely fast-changing, high-tech industry.
- [Agricultural Science and Technology](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/agriculture-veterinary-technology/agricultural-science-and-technology/): Explore everything from animal, crop and dairy science to office management and sales. An investment in agri-business training at Ridgewater provides you with a
- [Agriculture Equipment Mechanic](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/agriculture-veterinary-technology/agriculture-equipment-mechanic/): The Agriculture Equipment Mechanic program focuses on building skills
- [Careers](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/agriculture-veterinary-technology/agriculture-equipment-mechanic/careers/): Opportunities for employment in this field are excellent. Graduates
- [Agriculture Marketing & Communications](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/agriculture-veterinary-technology/agriculture-marketing-communications/): Ag marketing and communications connects producers with consumers, driving
- [Agronomy Applicator Technician](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/agriculture-veterinary-technology/agronomy-applicator-technician/): Trained custom applicators provide vital support for agriculture operations.
- [Agronomy Technology](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/agriculture-veterinary-technology/agronomy-technology/): Agronomy students study crops, plants and soils to learn
- [Careers](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/agriculture-veterinary-technology/agronomy-technology-program/careers/): In agronomy centers across the Midwest, there is a
- [Dairy Management](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/agriculture-veterinary-technology/dairy-management/): Dairy operations are at the heart of producing milk,
- [Careers](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/agriculture-veterinary-technology/dairy-management/careers/): Many of our students choose to return home and
- [Agriculture Faculty](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/agriculture-veterinary-technology/faculty/): Listen
- [Farm Operation and Management](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/agriculture-veterinary-technology/farm-operation-and-management/): Farm management requires a broad range of skills used
- [Careers](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/agriculture-veterinary-technology/farm-operation-and-management/careers/): Farming today is a highly technical profession. A farmer
- [Meat Cutting](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/agriculture-veterinary-technology/meat-cutting/): Ridgewater’s Meat Cutting program offers hands-on training in the
- [Poultry Management](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/agriculture-veterinary-technology/poultry-management/): Poultry students develop a solid foundation that prepares them
- [Precision Agriculture](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/agriculture-veterinary-technology/precision-agriculture/): Precise technology helps improve efficiency and productivity in many
- [Careers](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/agriculture-veterinary-technology/precision-agriculture/careers/): The agriculture industry has an ever-increasing demand for graduates
- [Veterinary Technology](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/agriculture-veterinary-technology/veterinary-technology/): Veterinary Technology is a rewarding profession that combines a
- [Faculty and Staff](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/agriculture-veterinary-technology/veterinary-technology-program/faculty/): Listen
- [Admissions Criteria](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/agriculture-veterinary-technology/veterinary-technology/admissions-criteria/): Ridgewater’s Veterinary Technology program is academically rigorous, and it
- [Careers](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/agriculture-veterinary-technology/veterinary-technology/careers/): An AAS degree in Veterinary Technology prepares you to
- [Paws and Claws Preventive Care Veterinary Clinic](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/agriculture-veterinary-technology/veterinary-technology/paws-and-claws-preventive-care-veterinary-clinic/): Paws & Claws Clinic Hours To make an appointment,
- [Graduate Exam Results](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/agriculture-veterinary-technology/veterinary-technology/student-exam-results/): Three-year average pass percentage of VTNE (Veterinary Technician National
- [Veterinary Technology Partnerships](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/agriculture-veterinary-technology/veterinary-technology/veterinary-technology-partnerships/): Listen
- [Art, Design & Visual Communications](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/art-design/): Listen
- [Art](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/art-design/art-department/): Artistic expression can develop creativity and passion, provide personal therapy, and inspire playfulness and happiness in so many ways. From sculpture and pain
- [Digital Design and Communication](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/art-design/digital-design-and-communication-program/): Our most successful Multimedia Design Technology students think creatively, value originality, strive to be artistic, are comfortable on computers, embrace soci
- [Photography and Design](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/art-design/photoanddesign/): Combine creativity with technical know-how in Ridgewater College’s Photography and Design program. Prepare yourself for an exciting corporate career where you c
- [Theater](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/art-design/theater-department/): Theater courses and experiences help you explore your talents as well and build your skills in teamwork, critical thinking, creativity, leadership, and communic
- [Web Developer](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/art-design/web-developer/): The web server reported a gateway time-out error.
- [Careers](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/art-design/web-developer/careers/): Web designers are responsible for the layout and look
- [Automotive Trades](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/automotive-technology/): Listen
- [Auto Body Collision Technology](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/automotive-technology/auto-body-collision-technology/): A career in auto body collision technology includes repairing
- [Careers](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/automotive-technology/auto-body-collision-technology/careers/): Auto body technicians are skilled metal repair experts who
- [Automotive Service Technology](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/automotive-technology/automotive-service-technology/): Turn a passion for cars and technology into a
- [Business & Marketing](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/business-marketing/): Digital Design and Communication Information Session Develop your design
- [Accountant](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/business-marketing/accountant/): Money and numbers drive some people crazy but inspire others to tackle detailed challenges. Accounting-minded people see finance, tax forms and balance sheets a
- [Careers](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/business-marketing/accountant/careers/): Accountants and accounting staff play a very important role
- [Administrative Assistant](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/business-marketing/administrative-assistant/): Business office masters of the frontline – that’s what Ridgewater College trains its Administrative Assistant students to be in all kinds of settings. You manag
- [Careers](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/business-marketing/administrative-assistant/careers/): A diploma or AAS degree as an Administrative Assistant prepares you
- [Artificial Intelligence](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/business-marketing/artificial-intelligence/): Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the way we work,
- [Business and Business Transfer Pathway](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/business-marketing/business-department/): This two-year foundation in business is a great first
- [Digital Design And Communication](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/business-marketing/digital-design-and-communication/): The web server reported a gateway time-out error.
- [Careers](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/business-marketing/digital-design-and-communication/careers/): A degree in Digital Design and Communication prepares you
- [Entrepreneurship](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/business-marketing/entrepreneurship/): The Entrepreneurship Certificate prepares students to be successful in
- [Essentials for Business](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/business-marketing/essentials-for-business/): Legal assistants combine administrative assistant office skills with legal research and support for a well-rounded professional. Detail-oriented, analytical thi
- [Healthcare Administrative Assistant](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/business-marketing/healthcare-administrative-assistant/): Want a career in healthcare without seeing a drop of blood? Healthcare administrative assistants, sometimes called medical office assistants, could be your answ
- [Careers](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/business-marketing/healthcare-administrative-assistant/careers/): The well-prepared healthcare administrative assistant has options. Depending upon
- [Legal Assistant](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/business-marketing/legal-assistant/): Legal assistants combine administrative assistant office skills with legal research and support for a well-rounded professional. Detail-oriented, analytical thi
- [Careers](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/business-marketing/legal-assistant/careers/): The duties of a legal administrative assistant vary, depending
- [Marketing and Design](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/business-marketing/marketing-and-design/): Ridgewater Marketing and Design students enjoy a unique, hands-on confidence to take multimedia campaigns from beginning to end.
- [Careers](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/business-marketing/marketing-and-design/careers/): Responsibilities may include website design and maintenance and integration
- [Marketing and Sales Management](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/business-marketing/marketing-and-sales-management/): Marketing is about selling products, experiences and ideas, but
- [Careers](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/business-marketing/marketing-and-sales-management/careers/): The marketing, management, and sales fields offer dynamic, rapidly
- [Patient Access Representative](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/business-marketing/patient-access-representative/): Patient access representatives are responsible for handling the initial
- [Construction Trades](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/construction-trades/): Construction’s High-Demand Skills Construction careers provide great options for
- [Electrician](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/construction-trades/electrician/): Electrical lighting, heating, air conditioning, and security require the trained skills of qualified electricians who know proper electrical installation and ma
- [Careers](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/construction-trades/electrician/careers/): An electrician may perform maintenance work in industrial plants,
- [Plumbing](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/construction-trades/plumbing/): Commercial and residential plumbers install, maintain and repair water
- [Cosmetology](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/cosmetology/): Cosmetology Facts Making people smile because they look or
- [Cosmetology](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/cosmetology/cosmetology-program/): Ridgewater’s Cosmetology program is a comprehensive training program with state-of-the-art equipment and world-leading curriculum such as Pivot Point Internatio
- [Careers](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/cosmetology/cosmetology-program/careers/): A licensed cosmetologist provides personal services to their clients.
- [Esthiology](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/cosmetology/esthiology/): Healthy skin comes from smart skin care and skilled makeup artistry, both which help make great first impressions. If you dream of working in a spa as a skin sp
- [Advanced Esthetics](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/cosmetology/esthiology-advanced/): Experienced estheticians take advanced skin care treatments and solutions
- [Careers](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/cosmetology/esthiology/careers/): Estheticians provide a variety of services in the skin
- [Faculty](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/cosmetology/nail-technology-progam/faculty/): Listen
- [Ridgewater College Salon and Day Spa](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/cosmetology/ridgewater-college-salon-and-day-spa/): Ridgewater College invites the public to our cosmetology salon.
- [Education](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/education/): FREE Early Childhood Certificate starts Fall 2025 Earn an
- [Agricultural Science and Technology](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/education/agricultural-science-and-technology-program/): Explore everything from animal, crop and dairy science to office management and sales. An investment in agri-business training at Ridgewater provides you with a
- [Early Childhood Education and Transfer Pathway](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/education/early-childhood-education/): Ridgewater’s Early Childhood Education program can prepare you to work with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers with developmentally appropriate activities in a
- [Pickles' Place](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/education/early-childhood-education/pickles-place/): Press Release – “Pickles’ Place” cable show reaches 100th
- [Elementary Education Foundations and Transfer Pathway](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/education/elementary-education-foundations-and-transfer-pathway/): The purpose of elementary education is to lay a
- [Special Education Transfer Pathway](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/education/special-education-transfer-pathway/): Students with unique needs require teachers who specialize in
- [Health Care & Massage Therapy](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/health-care/): Ridgewater College is discontinuing the Activity Director AAS and
- [Activity Director](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/health-care/activity-director/): Ridgewater’s Activity Director program trains you for rewarding careers that combine compassion with purpose and fun to help senior citizens enjoy their later y
- [Activity Consultant Mentoring Course](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/health-care/activity-director/activity-consultant-mentoring-course/): Description This Activity Consultant course will provide a hands-on
- [Careers](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/health-care/activity-director/careers/): Discover your passion as an Activity Professional Activity Professionals
- [MEPAP Certification Classes](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/health-care/activity-director/mepap-certification-classes/): Modular Education Program for Activity Professionals (MEPAP) Training MEPAP
- [Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Program](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/health-care/emergency-medical-technician-emt-program/): Emergency situations require calm, well-trained Emergency Medical Technicians to save the day or save a life. When a 9-1-1 call arrives, EMTs are often the firs
- [Health Information Technician](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/health-care/health-information-technician/): Health information is critical to everyone from healthcare professionals to patients like you. Accurate health information and its management is the core of wor
- [Careers](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/health-care/health-information-technician/careers/): Health Information Technician Controls the usage and release of
- [Health Sciences Broad Field Degree](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/health-care/health-science-broad-field-degree/): With Ridgewater’s Health Sciences Broad Field AS degree, you obtain a solid health science foundation. You can transfer it into a university bachelor’s degree o
- [Healthcare Administrative Assistant](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/health-care/healthcare-administrative-assistant/): Want a career in healthcare without seeing a drop of blood? Healthcare administrative assistants, sometimes called medical office assistants, could be your answ
- [Massage Therapy](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/health-care/massage-therapy/): Massage therapists can make people happier with just a touch of a finger. Imagine the results with all 10! Massage therapy is a growing complementary healthcare
- [Careers](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/health-care/massage-therapy/careers/): Massage Therapy is a rapidly growing profession that offers
- [Medical Assistant](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/health-care/medical-assistant/): Medical assistants work in a variety of clinic areas, so students preparing for broad possibilities look to Ridgewater College for affordable, comprehensive, an
- [Careers](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/health-care/medical-assistant/careers/): Careers in the medical assistant field are plentiful with
- [Student Achievement Outcomes](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/health-care/medical-assistant/student-achievement-outcomes/): The Ridgewater College Medical Assistant program is pleased to
- [Medical Coding](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/health-care/medical-coding/): Health information is critical to everyone from healthcare professionals to patients like you. Accurate health information and its management is the core of wor
- [Nursing Assistant Program](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/health-care/nursing-assistant-program/): Nursing assistants are high-demand, entry-level healthcare providers working the front line. Learn the basics for direct patient or resident care to work in lon
- [Nursing - LPN to Associate Degree (RN)](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/health-care/nursing-lpn-to-ad-rn/): Pursue your RN and get credit for your LPN experience. Apply today to take your healthcare career to new heights.
- [Part-time Practical Nursing (LPN)](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/health-care/nursing-practical-part-time-lpn/): Pursue your LPN part-time, online, and in-person. Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) put the care in healthcare by working on the frontline.
- [Nursing - RN Associate Degree](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/health-care/nursing-rn/): Earn our degree in Hutchinson or Willmar Minnesota. Apply today to get started on your healthcare career.
- [Careers](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/health-care/nursing-rn/careers/): Graduate nursing students are eligible to sit for the
- [RN to BSN](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/health-care/nursing-rn/rn-to-bsn/): While graduates from the Ridgewater College Nursing Program can
- [Student Achievement Outcomes](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/health-care/nursing-rn/student-achievement-outcomes/): The Ridgewater College nursing discipline is pleased to inform
- [TEAS Testing](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/health-care/nursing-rn/teas-testing/): Students have two options for taking the TEAS Test:
- [Paramedic](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/health-care/paramedic-program/): When accidents happen, you want the best-trained emergency medical services personnel on the scene. You want paramedics who quickly assess and treat patients be
- [Patient Access Representative](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/health-care/patient-access-representative/): Patient access representatives are responsible for handling the initial
- [Phlebotomist](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/health-care/phlebotomist/): Phlebotomists are key to many patients’ health. With the prick of a finger or poke of an arm, phlebotomists collect blood samples for laboratory testing. With r
- [Careers](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/health-care/phlebotomist/careers/): Careers can be found in several settings Hospitals Medical
- [Practical Nursing (LPN)](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/health-care/practical-nursing-lpn/): Practical nurses are high-demand, entry-level nurses who work to prevent illness and to promote, restore or maintain good health. Under the supervision of regis
- [Admission Criteria](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/health-care/practical-nursing-lpn/admission-criteria/): Applicants must Attend a Nursing Information Session Complete the
- [Application Process](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/health-care/practical-nursing-lpn/application-process/): The Practical Nursing applications are accepted one time a
- [Careers](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/health-care/practical-nursing-lpn/careers/): Graduating practical nursing students are eligible to sit for
- [Student Achievement Outcomes](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/health-care/practical-nursing-lpn/student-achievement-outcomes/): Student Achievement Outcomes The nursing department at Ridgewater College
- [Radiologic Technologist](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/health-care/radiologic-technologist/): Earn our degree in Willmar Minnesota. Apply today to get started on your healthcare career as a radiologic technologist.
- [Student Massage Center](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/health-care/ridgewater-college-student-massage-center/): Ridgewater College invites the public to our student massage center.
- [Information Technology](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/information-technology/): Ridgewater College is discontinuing the Computer Support Technician AAS
- [Computer Programmer](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/information-technology/computer-programmer/): Programming computers require bilingual adaptability in languages such as Java, Perl, PHP, Visual Basic.NET and Visual C#/C++.NET. No worries if computer progra
- [Careers](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/information-technology/computer-programmer/careers/): Computer programmers turn concepts into reality! Programmers work closely with
- [Computer Support Technician](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/information-technology/computer-support-technician/): Computers are great when they work, right? Train to be a valued computer support technician who is an expert at troubleshooting and an appreciated, go-to comput
- [Careers](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/information-technology/computer-support-technician/careers/): Computer support technicians provide technical assistance to computer users
- [Network Administration and Security](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/information-technology/network-administration-and-security/): Network system administrators combine a passion for computers and technology into a high-demand career in information technology (IT). Often known for their beh
- [Careers](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/information-technology/network-administration-and-security/careers/): A network administrator is responsible for keeping an organization’s
- [Computer Requirements](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/information-technology/technology-requirements/): Computer Requirements Students who enroll in any of the
- [Web Developer](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/information-technology/web-developer-program/): Websites launch by the millions each year and have changed the way businesses do business, agencies share opportunities, and organizations promote purposes. Rid
- [Liberal Arts and Sciences](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/liberal-arts/): Liberal arts typically refers to subjects like fine arts, literature, history, political science, languages, philosophy, math, and psychology. These subjects ar
- [Art](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/liberal-arts/art-department/): Artistic expression can develop creativity and passion, provide personal therapy, and inspire playfulness and happiness in so many ways. From sculpture and pain
- [Faculty](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/liberal-arts/art-department/faculty/): Listen
- [Athletic Coaching](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/liberal-arts/athletic-coaching/): Physical education courses can not only help you become a well-rounded person, but they can also prepare you to maximize your life and health. You can even earn
- [Business](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/liberal-arts/business/): The web server reported a gateway time-out error.
- [Communication Studies and Transfer Pathway](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/liberal-arts/communication-studies/): Communication – it is the art of effectively expressing yourself and correctly understanding others. A great idea gains supportive life when its communicator pr
- [Peace Officer/Public Safety Transfer Pathway](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/liberal-arts/criminal-justice-peace-officer-transfer-pathway/): The Criminal Justice Transfer Pathway is designed to prepare graduates for careers in probation, parole, community corrections or counseling.
- [Criminal Justice Transfer Pathway](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/liberal-arts/criminal-justice-transfer-pathway/): The Criminal Justice Transfer Pathway is designed to prepare graduates for careers in probation, parole, community corrections or counseling.
- [Early Childhood Education and Transfer Pathway](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/liberal-arts/early-childhood-education-transfer-pathway/): Ridgewater’s Early Childhood Education program can prepare you to work with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers with developmentally appropriate activities in a
- [Economics](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/liberal-arts/economics-department/): Economics is the study of making good financial choices as you manage scarce resources. You work hard for your money. Learn how personal, business and governmen
- [Faculty](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/liberal-arts/economics-department/faculty/): Listen
- [Elementary Education Foundations and Transfer Pathway](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/liberal-arts/elem-ed-transfer/): The purpose of elementary education is to lay a
- [English](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/liberal-arts/english-department/): Ridgewater's English courses offer great variety. Learn to express yourself better, write academic research, or study classic or modern literature. Ridgewater’s
- [Faculty](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/liberal-arts/english-department/faculty/): Listen
- [Geography](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/liberal-arts/geography/): Geographers study the physical world around us, including the natural and human impact upon it. If you want to explore climate change, energy conservation, or e
- [Faculty](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/liberal-arts/geography/faculty/): Listen
- [Global Studies](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/liberal-arts/global-studies/): The Global Studies certificate will help you gain a deeper understanding of today’s world and how it is connected across land and sea. Global issues fill news c
- [History](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/liberal-arts/history-department/): History students dig into the past through research & reading literature from many eras. Understanding a civilization's leadership helps you understand a cultur
- [Faculty](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/liberal-arts/history-department/faculty/): Listen
- [Leadership in Action](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/liberal-arts/leadership-in-action/): The Criminal Justice Transfer Pathway is designed to prepare graduates for careers in probation, parole, community corrections or counseling.
- [Faculty](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/liberal-arts/music/faculty/): Listen
- [Philosophy](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/liberal-arts/philosophy-department/): Philosophers such as Aristotle, Plato, Socrates, and Confucius inspire people to think deeply and question critically. What is the meaning of life? Philosophy c
- [Faculty](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/liberal-arts/philosophy-department/faculty-2/): Listen
- [Political Science](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/liberal-arts/political-science-department/): Political science is the study of government systems and the analysis of political activities, thoughts, and behaviors. If you see the news or social media, you
- [Faculty](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/liberal-arts/political-science-department/faculty/): Listen
- [Psychology and Psychology Transfer Pathway](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/liberal-arts/psychology/): Human behavior and how the mind works can be incredibly intriguing. If you are fascinated about why people act the way they do and about the mental and emotiona
- [Spanish](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/liberal-arts/spanish/): Speaking Spanish or another second language is a valuable asset in today’s multicultural world. Learning Spanish at Ridgewater College expands the possibilities
- [Faculty](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/liberal-arts/spanish/faculty/): Listen
- [Special Education Transfer Pathway](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/liberal-arts/special-ed-transfer/): Students with unique needs require teachers who specialize in
- [Theater](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/liberal-arts/theater/): Theater courses and experiences help you explore your talents as well and build your skills in teamwork, critical thinking, creativity, leadership, and communic
- [Faculty](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/liberal-arts/theater/faculty/): Listen
- [Mathematics, Science & Engineering](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/mathematics-science-engineering/): Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) careers have been growing by more than 10%. 93 of 100 STEM occupations have wages above the national average.
- [Biology](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/mathematics-science-engineering/biology-department/): Ridgewater’s broad biology offerings can lay the groundwork for numerous possibilities or help you discover a specialized interest to pursue.
- [Faculty](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/mathematics-science-engineering/biology-department/faculty/): Listen
- [Chemistry](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/mathematics-science-engineering/chemistry-department/): Chemistry is the science of matter and its changes. Understanding chemical concepts is key to understanding your health, the environment, & societal challenges.
- [Faculty](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/mathematics-science-engineering/chemistry-department/faculty/): Listen
- [Earth Science](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/mathematics-science-engineering/earth-science-department/): Through scientific methods, concepts and theories, Ridgewater’s Earth Science courses can help you better understand everything from earth processes and stellar
- [Faculty](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/mathematics-science-engineering/earth-science-department/faculty/): Listen
- [Health Sciences Broad Field Degree](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/mathematics-science-engineering/health-sciences-broad-field/): With Ridgewater’s Health Sciences Broad Field AS degree, you obtain a solid health science foundation. You can transfer it into a university bachelor’s degree o
- [Mathematics](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/mathematics-science-engineering/mathematics-department/): Math is everywhere, from your paycheck and building plans to a vacation budget or progress report. With math reasoning and statistics, you can make sense of num
- [Faculty](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/mathematics-science-engineering/mathematics-department/faculty/): Listen
- [Nondestructive Testing Technology (NDT)](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/mathematics-science-engineering/nondestructive-testing-technology-ndt-program/): Ridgewater College's Nondestructive Testing Technology (NDT) program prepares students to work in the competitive nondestructive testing field. Graduates are tr
- [Physics and Engineering](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/mathematics-science-engineering/physics-and-engineering-department/): Physics provides foundational knowledge and skills that most pre-engineering students take early in their college years. It helps them understand and predict th
- [Occupational Skills](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/occupational-skills/): Learning work skills is key to becoming a self-sufficient adult. For high school students with disabilities or varied abilities, the challenge to be an independ
- [Careers](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/occupational-skills/careers/): Careers Business and industry have identified an on-going need
- [Peace Officer, Legal & Emergency Services](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/peace-officer-legal-emergency-services/): To Protect, Serve and Save Lives Service to protect
- [Criminal Justice Transfer Pathway](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/peace-officer-legal-emergency-services/criminal-justice-transfer-pathway/): The Criminal Justice Transfer Pathway is designed to prepare graduates for careers in probation, parole, community corrections or counseling.
- [Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Program](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/peace-officer-legal-emergency-services/emergency-medical-technician-emt-program/): Emergency situations require calm, well-trained Emergency Medical Technicians to save the day or save a life. When a 9-1-1 call arrives, EMTs are often the firs
- [Careers](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/peace-officer-legal-emergency-services/emergency-medical-technician-emt-program/careers/): EMTs and Paramedics Respond to 911 calls for emergency
- [Legal Assistant](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/peace-officer-legal-emergency-services/legal-assistant/): Legal assistants combine administrative assistant office skills with legal research and support for a well-rounded professional. Detail-oriented, analytical thi
- [Paramedic](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/peace-officer-legal-emergency-services/paramedic/): When accidents happen, you want the best-trained emergency medical services personnel on the scene. You want paramedics who quickly assess and treat patients be
- [Peace Officer](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/peace-officer-legal-emergency-services/peace-officer/): Peace officers work in communities to protect people by
- [Peace Officer Public Safety Transfer Pathway](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/peace-officer-legal-emergency-services/peace-officer-public-safety-transfer-pathway/): The web server reported a gateway time-out error.
- [Careers](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/programs/peace-officer-legal-emergency-services/peace-officer/careers/): Uniformed officers Responsible for protecting the life and property

## Admission & Aid
- [Admissions Checklist](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/admissions-checklist/): Looking to get started at Ridgewater College? Our admisions checklist explains the steps to follow to get started on your journey.
- [View Student Workshop Videos](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/admissions-checklist/view-student-workshop-videos/): Interested in our free student workshops but weren’t able
- [How to Apply](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/apply/): Apply online to Ridgewater College, with campuses in Willmar and Hutchinson.
- [Admission Requirements](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/apply/admission-requirements/): Find admissions information, including details on re-admission, residency, and veteran applications.
- [New Student Assessment (Accuplacer Test)](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/apply/new-student-assessment/): All accepted Ridgewater students are required to take the Accuplacer assessment before registering for classes.
- [Orientation, Advising and Registration](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/apply/oar/): New students and their families are invited to attend an Orientation, Advising, and Registration (OAR) event.
- [Transcript Requests](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/apply/transcript-request/): Ridgewater often needs transcripts (official and unofficial) for admissions
- [College in the Schools - Concurrent Enrollment](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/college-in-the-schools/): College in the Schools is an option for high
- [Admissions Criteria](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/college-in-the-schools/admissions-criteria/): Students who want to take courses with the College
- [Course Offerings](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/college-in-the-schools/course-offerings/): We currently partner with the following high schools, offering
- [Information for Students and Parents](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/college-in-the-schools/information-for-students-and-parents/): Below is a list of resources to assist with
- [Incoming Transfer Students](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/incoming-transfer-students/): Learn how students transferring to Ridgewater College find out if/which of their past credits will transfer to Ridgewater.
- [International Students](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/international-students/): Review admissions requirements for international students interested in attending Ridgewater College campuses in Willmar and Hutchinson, Minn.
- [Admissions for International Students](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/international-students/admissions/): Review admissions requirements for international students interested in attending Ridgewater College campuses in Willmar and Hutchinson, Minn.
- [International Students FAQ](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/international-students/faq/): Review admissions requirements for international students interested in attending Ridgewater College campuses in Willmar and Hutchinson, Minn.
- [International Students After Acceptance](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/international-students/international-students/): Review admissions requirements for international students interested in attending Ridgewater College campuses in Willmar and Hutchinson, Minn.
- [International Students After Acceptance (Draft)](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/international-students/international-students-after-acceptance-draft/): Review admissions requirements for international students interested in attending Ridgewater College campuses in Willmar and Hutchinson, Minn.
- [Online Students](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/online-students/): Students at Ridgewater College take advantage of numerous online education opportunities, including fully online programs and courses.
- [Paying for College](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/paying-for-college/): A college education is one of the best investments you can make. Find resources to pay for college, including financial aid and scholarships.
- [Cost of Attendance (COA)](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/paying-for-college/cost-of-attendance/): Determining Financial Aid Eligibility Ridgewater College uses Cost of
- [Financial Aid FAQS](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/paying-for-college/financial-aid-faqs/): Find answers to common questions on applying for financial aid and borrowing to pay for college.
- [Financial Aid Forms 2026-2027](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/paying-for-college/financial-aid-forms/): Please note: You must fill out a FAFSA application online.
- [Financial Aid Links](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/paying-for-college/financial-aid-links/): Find useful resources for applying for financial aid and borrowing to pay for college.
- [Financial Literacy](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/paying-for-college/financial-aid/financial-literacy/): Ridgewater College is proud to partner with GradReady, a free personal finance website created specifically for students to learn real-world money management sk
- [One Big Beautiful Bill Changes](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/paying-for-college/financial-aid/one-big-beautiful-bill-changes/): On July 4, 2025, the President signed H. R.
- [Staff](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/paying-for-college/financial-aid/staff/): Find contact information for Ridgewater College’s helpful financial aid staff.
- [Grants](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/paying-for-college/grants/): Learn about grants available to Ridgewater students to pay for college. Has information on ALLISS, Pell, SEOG, Future Together, GI Bill and other grant programs
- [Minnesota Future Together Grant](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/paying-for-college/grants/minnesota-future-together-grant/): This program is designed to provide eligible Minnesota residents
- [Important Financial Aid Information](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/paying-for-college/important-financial-aid-information/): Financial Aid Disbursement Dates and Information for the 2025-2026
- [Rights and Responsibilities](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/paying-for-college/important-financial-aid-information/rights-and-responsibilities/): Learn your rights and responsibilities as a Ridgewater College financial aid recipient.
- [Loans](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/paying-for-college/loans/): A loan is money you borrow and must pay
- [North Star Promise Scholarship Program](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/paying-for-college/north-star-promise/): Beginning in fall 2024, the North Star Promise (NSP)
- [Scholarships](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/paying-for-college/scholarships/): Scholarships are basically free money for college, and we
- [Special and Unusual Circumstances](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/paying-for-college/special-and-unusual-circumstances/): Ridgewater College Financial Aid understands that students and their
- [Work Study](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/paying-for-college/work-study/): Work study is a great option to help pay
- [PSEO - Post-Secondary Enrollment Options](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/pseo-post-secondary-enrollment-options/): A participant in Minnesota's Postsecondary Enrollment Options program, Ridgewater provides high school students the opportunity to earn college credit while sti
- [Admission Criteria](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/pseo-post-secondary-enrollment-options/admission-criteria/): Learn how high school sophomore, junior, and senior students can enroll in PSEO classes through Ridgewater College.
- [Explore PSEO](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/pseo-post-secondary-enrollment-options/explore-pseo/): Get a head start! PSEO Virtual Info Night March
- [PSEO FAQs](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/pseo-post-secondary-enrollment-options/faqs/): Listen
- [PSEO Application Process](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/pseo-post-secondary-enrollment-options/pseo-application-process/): How to Apply & Enroll in Ridgewater PSEO A
- [PSEO Families](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/pseo-post-secondary-enrollment-options/pseo-families/): When students are taking classes through PSEO, federal policy
- [Returning Students](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/returning-students/): Past Ridgewater students are welcomed back to the College with a readmission process that eases the transition. Contact Admissions at 320-222-5971.
- [Senior Citizens](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/senior-citizens/): Senior citizens find several options to continue their education at Ridgewater College, from course auditing to credit and non-credit courses.
- [Tuition & Fees](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/tuition-and-fees/): Find tuition and fees for resident, nonresident, and online courses.
- [Explanation of Fees](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/tuition-and-fees/explanation-of-fees/): Find detailed information on student fees at Ridgewater support.
- [Paying Tuition](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/tuition-and-fees/paying-tuition/): Learn about paying your tuition bill online through eservices, in person, by mail, or setting up a zero percent interest payment plan.
- [Tuition Due Dates](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/tuition-and-fees/tuition-due-dates/): Find Ridgewater tuition payment deadlines and exceptions.
- [Veterans](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/veterans/): View admission information and educational benefits for veterans applying to Ridgewater College, with campuses in Willmar and Hutchinson, Minnesota.
- [Visit](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/visit-tour/): Schedule a time to visit Ridgewater College. Meet with an admissions rep, take a tour, learn about programs, admissions process, financial aid, and more!
- [Admission Specialists](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/visit-tour/admission-reps/): We’re here to make applying for Ridgewater easy and enjoyable.
- [Discover Ridgewater](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/visit-tour/discover-ridgewater/): Join us for our campus visit day event and discover why Ridgewater is right for you. Find out first-hand what it is like to attend Ridgewater College!
- [EXPLORE Your Future](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/visit-tour/explore-your-future/): After careful consideration and due to staffing constraints, we
- [First Generation Celebration](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/visit-tour/first-generation-celebration/): First-Generation College Celebration (FGCC) is an annual opportunity to
- [IGNITE Your Future](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/visit-tour/igniteyourfuture/): Save the Date: Friday, October 9, 2026 IGNITE Your
- [Scrubs Camp](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/visit-tour/scrubs/): Scrubs Camp is a day camp for incoming 9th
- [Virtual Tours](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/visit-tour/virtual-tours/): Listen
- [Visiting Students](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/visiting-students/): Ridgewater welcomes students who are enrolled at other colleges and universities. Earn credits at Ridgewater that can be transferred to their home colleges.
- [Why Ridgewater](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/why-ridgewater/): A high-quality education is top priority at Ridgewater. Affordable tuition combined with high-quality instruction delivers tremendous educational value.
- [Viewbook](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/admission-aid/why-ridgewater/viewbook/): Viewbook — PDF document from Ridgewater College.

## Academics & Transfer
- [Academic Calendars](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/academics/academic-calendars/): 2025-26 Academic Calendar [PDF] 2026-27 Academic Calendar [PDF] 2027-28
- [Instructors Credentials](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/academics/instructors-credentials/): Instructors Credentials — PDF document from Ridgewater College.
- [Minnesota Transfer Curriculum](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/academics/minnesota-transfer-curriculum/): The Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC) is the means by
- [MnTC Goal Areas](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/academics/minnesota-transfer-curriculum/mntc-goal-areas/): MnTC Goal Areas The Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC) has
- [New Programs](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/academics/new-programs/): We’re passionate about your experience and meeting the needs
- [Online Programs and Options](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/academics/online-programs-and-options/): Online learning is a great way to learn. Whether you are looking to earn an entire degree online, or pick up a few online classes, Ridgewater College is the pla
- [Academics](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/academics/overview/): Explore Your Options College is the time to discover
- [A to Z Listing of Programs Offered](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/academics/ridgewater-degrees-and-certificates/): A – Z Listing of Programs Offered
- [Study Abroad](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/academics/study-abroad/): Explore Scotland and Get Credit for It! Live and
- [Transfer Pathways](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/academics/transfer-pathways/): Minnesota State Transfer Pathways Minnesota State Transfer Pathways are
- [Types of Degrees](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/academics/types-of-degrees/): Congratulations you are going to college! Ridgewater College offers
- [Undecided?](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/academics/undecided/): An estimated 20 – 50 percent of college students

## Student Life & Services
- [Academic Coaching](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/academic-coaching/): Academic coaches at Ridgewater College collaborate with students to
- [Academic Support](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/academic-support-tutoring-disability/): Committed to the success of its students, Ridgewater Academic Support Services offers tutoring, academic advising, disability services, and more.
- [Academic Advising](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/academic-support-tutoring-disability/academic-advising/): Advisors at Ridgewater College collaborate with students to help them achieve their academic goals and graduate.
- [Academic Advisors](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/academic-support-tutoring-disability/academic-advisors/): Listen
- [Academic Support Center (Tutoring)](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/academic-support-tutoring-disability/academic-support-center/): Professional and student tutors help students at Ridgewater Colleges campuses in Willmar and Hutchinson, Minn.
- [Academic Support Center (Tutoring) - REVISED](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/academic-support-tutoring-disability/academic-support-center-revised/): Professional and student tutors help students at Ridgewater Colleges campuses in Willmar and Hutchinson, Minn.
- [Accessibility and Disability Services](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/academic-support-tutoring-disability/disability-services/): The Accessibility and Disability Services Office at Ridgewater College helps students with disabilities experience equal access during their college career.
- [TRIO Student Support Services](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/academic-support-tutoring-disability/trio-student-support-services/): First-generation college students, low-income students, and students with disabilities benefit from TRIO Support Services at Ridgewater College.
- [TRIO Staff](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/academic-support-tutoring-disability/trio-student-support-services/trio-staff/): Listen
- [Tuition-free Course](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/academic-support-tutoring-disability/trio-student-support-services/tuition-free-course/): The TRIO program at Ridgewater College offers eligible new students the opportunity to take a three-credit, tuition-free course.
- [TRIO Workshops](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/academic-support-tutoring-disability/trio-student-support-services/workshops/): The TRIO office at Ridgewater College offers online and in-class workshops to enhance student knowledge and success of its participants.
- [Basic Needs Resources](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/basic-needs/): Ridgewater recognizes that there are many students who may
- [Childcare and Parent Resources](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/basic-needs/childcare-parent-resources/): Ridgewater College does not offer any on campus daycare.
- [Food](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/basic-needs/food/): Ridgewater College Warrior Pantry Students are able to pick
- [Housing](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/basic-needs/housing/): Ridgewater College does Not have any on campus housing.
- [Mental Health](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/basic-needs/mental-health/): Mental Health Ridgewater Counselors Mental health is essential to
- [Technology](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/basic-needs/technology/): Ridgewater College offers a range of technology services. Emergency
- [Transportation](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/basic-needs/transportation/): Central Community Transit (CCT) Ridgewater College has CCT bus
- [Bookstore](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/bookstore/): View and purchase items from Ridgewater College bookstores, from textbooks and school supplies to clothing and gifts.
- [Career Services](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/career-services/): Ridgewater College is dedicated to supporting students and alumni
- [Resources](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/career-services/career-services-resources/): Ridgewater College offers a variety of resources to support
- [LinkedIn](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/career-services/career-services-resources/linkedin/): LinkedIn is the world’s largest professional network on the
- [Data and Trends](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/career-services/data-and-trends/): Labor and industry is constantly changing and evolving. Take
- [Industry Partnerships](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/career-services/industry-partnerships/): Thank you for considering how Ridgewater College might partner
- [Class Cancellations](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/class-cancellations/): Find out if classes are cancelled at Ridgewater College’s campuses in Willmar and Hutchinson, Minn.
- [Final Exam Schedule](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/final-exam-schedule/): View final exam schedules for Ridgewater College’s Hutchinson and Willmar, Minn., campuses.
- [Graduation](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/graduation/): Find information about graduating from Ridgewater College, including graduation requirements and how to apply for a degree, diploma or certificate.
- [Housing & Community](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/housing-community/): Find housing and community resources for Ridgewater College’s Willmar and Hutchinson, Minnesota campuses.
- [Multicultural Outreach](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/multicultural-outreach/): Multicultural outreach at Ridgewater College promotes the celebration and inclusion of diversity on its two Minnesota campuses.
- [Star Alert](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/star-alert/): Sign up to receive text or email messages regarding
- [Start Strong](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/start-strong/): Kick off fall semester with our Start Strong events!
- [Student Success & Activities](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-activities/): Staff from Ridgewater College Student Success helps potential and current students plan for and exceed in their academic goals.
- [Disc Golf](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-activities/disc-golf/): Ridgewater College is proud to have a disc golf
- [Fitness Center](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-activities/fitness-center/): Fitness centers on the Hutchinson and Willmar campuses are free to students and employees.
- [Food Services](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-activities/food-services/): Stop at the Fresh Stop Cafes on our Hutchinson and Willmar campuses for a variety of delicious meal options.
- [Lunch Buddy Program](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-activities/lunch-buddy-program/): This long-standing service project operates in the three public
- [Performing & Visual Arts](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-activities/performing-visual-arts/): Students explore their creativity through theater, music and visual arts on our Hutchinson and Willmar campuses.
- [Hutchinson Art Gallery](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-activities/performing-visual-arts/hutchinson-art-gallery/): Located on campus, the Hutchinson Art Gallery is open to students and the community.
- [Theater](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-activities/performing-visual-arts/theater/): Students can participate in theater on stage, backstage or through marketing and administration at Ridgewater College.
- [Willmar Art Gallery](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-activities/performing-visual-arts/willmar-art-gallery/): Located on campus, the Willmar Art Gallery is open to students and the community.
- [Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-activities/phi-theta-kappa-honor-society/): Students on the Hutchinson campus who meet enrollment and GPA qualifications may join.
- [Student Clubs & Interest Groups](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-activities/student-clubs/): Student clubs and organizations give Ridgewater students a great way to get involved and make new friends.
- [Auto Body Club](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-activities/student-clubs/auto-body-club-willmar/): Mission Statement The Auto Body Club aims to be
- [Auto Tech Club](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-activities/student-clubs/auto-tech-club/): Mission Statement The Auto Tech Club aims to enrich
- [Christians in Action (CIA)](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-activities/student-clubs/christians-in-action-cia/): Student club Christians in Action serves the students of Ridgewater College by celebrating together, working together, and growing together in Christ’s name.
- [Computer Systems Technology (CST) Club](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-activities/student-clubs/computer-systems-technology-cst-club/): Mission Statement The CST club provides opportunity for CST
- [Cosmetology Club](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-activities/student-clubs/cosmetology-club/): Mission Statement The Cosmetology Club strives to enhance students’
- [Electrician Club (Hutchinson)](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-activities/student-clubs/electrician-club-hutchinson/): Mission Statement The Electrician Club is aiming its efforts
- [Fine Arts Club](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-activities/student-clubs/fine-arts-club/): Mission Statement The Fine Arts Club puts emphasis on
- [Fundraising Process](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-activities/student-clubs/fundraising-process/): Find forms and information to submit a student club fundraising request for approval.
- [Gay Straight Alliance (G.S.A) / Prism Club](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-activities/student-clubs/gay-straight-alliance-prism-club/): Mission Statement Support LGBTQIA+ students and their allies on
- [How to Start a New Club or Interest Group](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-activities/student-clubs/how-to-start-a-club/): Learn how to become a recognized club at Ridgewater College.
- [Literature Discussion Club](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-activities/student-clubs/literature-club-willmar/): Mission Statement We want to cultivate a welcoming environment
- [Machine Tool Technology Club](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-activities/student-clubs/machine-tool-technology-club/): Mission Statement The Ridgewater College Machine Tool Technology Program
- [Multicultural Club (Willmar)](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-activities/student-clubs/multicultural-club-willmar/): The Willmar Multicultural Club is organized to recognize and
- [NDT (Nondestructive Testing) Club](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-activities/student-clubs/ndt-nondestructive-testing-club/): Mission Statement The NDT Club’s mission is to promote
- [Nursing Club (Willmar)](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-activities/student-clubs/nursing-club-willmar/): Students enrolled in nursing find and provide support, information, service and learning opportunities, camaraderie, and friendship in the Nursing Club.
- [Jobs and Games Club](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-activities/student-clubs/occupational-skills/): This student club encourages participation in college life, creates leadership opportunities for club members, increases career awareness, and encourages servic
- [Professional Agriculture Students (PAS) Club](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-activities/student-clubs/professional-agriculture-students-pas-club/): Mission Statement The Ridgewater College PAS club will provide
- [Rodeo Club](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-activities/student-clubs/rodeo-club/): Open to all current Ridgewater students, the Rodeo Club offers the opportunity to meet new people and enjoy a hobby.
- [Vet Tech (VTA/VTPAS) Club](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-activities/student-clubs/vet-tech-club/): Mission Statement The mission of NAVTA (VTA) is to
- [Welding Club (Hutchinson)](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-activities/student-clubs/welding-club-hutchinson/): Mission Statement We intend to expose our club to
- [Welding Club (Willmar)](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-activities/student-clubs/welding-club-willmar/): Students of the Willmar campus welding program can join the Industrial Welding Club to participate in welding shop tours, welding competitions, community projec
- [Yearly Renewal Process](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-activities/student-clubs/yearly-renewal-process/): Find information for yearly renewal to be a recognized club at Ridgewater College.
- [Student Life (Campus Activities)](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-activities/student-life-campus-activities/): Students are invited to participate in a variety of free on-campus events and activities.
- [Student Senate](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-activities/student-senate/): The official student government for Ridgewater College, Student Senate provides a student voice to campus administration and faculty, as well as governance for
- [Student Health & Counseling](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-health-counseling/): The advising and counseling department at Ridgewater College provides services in many areas, from personal counseling to career guidance.
- [Health Resources](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-health-counseling/health-resources/): Students at Ridgewater College experience speakers, classes, and activities throughout the year to support healthy behaviors and choices.
- [Mantra Health](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-health-counseling/mantra-health/): Students at Ridgewater College experience speakers, classes, and activities throughout the year to support healthy behaviors and choices.
- [Personal Counseling](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-health-counseling/personal-counseling/): Professional counselors at the Ridgewater counseling center can help students identify, understand, and develop skills to resolve their personal concerns.
- [Ridgewater College Counselors](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-health-counseling/ridgewater-college-counselors/): Schedule an appointment with one of our counselors using
- [Student Records & Registration](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-records-registration/): The Ridgewater records and registration office handles student enrollment, course scheduling, personal and academic records, course adds/drops, transcripts, and
- [Change Personal Information](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-records-registration/change-personal-information/): Students at Ridgewater College follow specific processes to change their personal information, including address and name changes.
- [Degree Progress](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-records-registration/degree-progress/): Students at Ridgewater College use the Degree Audit Reporting System (DARS) to check their progress toward their degree or diploma.
- [Enrollment Verification](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-records-registration/enrollment-verification/): Students at Ridgewater College can obtain enrollment verification from the records and administration office.
- [Online Registration](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-records-registration/online-registration/): Students at Ridgewater College register online for classes at the Willmar and Hutchinson, Minn., campuses.
- [Registration Calendar](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-records-registration/registration-calendar/): View the registration calendar to see when students can register for classes at Ridgewater College in Willmar and Hutchinson, Minn.
- [Student Forms](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-records-registration/student-forms/): Access forms for students attending Ridgewater College, including student forms and financial forms.
- [Student Rights & Responsibilities](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-rights-responsibilities/): The Ridgewater student handbook is your go-to resource for everything Ridgewater, from student services to help you succeed to college policies that you need to
- [Dropping & Withdrawing](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-rights-responsibilities/dropping-withdrawing/): Learn the process students follow to drop or withdraw from courses at Ridgewater College, located in Minnesota.
- [FAQS](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-rights-responsibilities/faqs/): Find answers to frequently asked questions about Ridgewater student rights and responsibilities.
- [FERPA](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-rights-responsibilities/ferpa/): Learn how the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) protects the privacy of Ridgewater College students’ records.
- [Hazing Prevention](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-rights-responsibilities/hazing-prevention/): Stop Campus Hazing Act The Stop Campus Hazing Act
- [Healthy Learning and Positive Classroom Environment](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-rights-responsibilities/healthy-learning-and-positive-classroom-environment/): Healthy Learning and Positive Classroom Environment The goal of
- [Information for Students](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-rights-responsibilities/information-for-students/): Information for Students - Academic Integrity | Disruptive Behavior | Student Conduct
- [Student Data Privacy](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-rights-responsibilities/personal-data/): Review Ridgewater College’s policy on student personal data practices.
- [Right to Know](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-rights-responsibilities/right-to-know/): Find information on Ridgewater College graduation and transfer-out rates as part of the federal Student Right-to-Know Act.
- [Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-rights-responsibilities/satisfactory-academic-progress/): Students at Ridgewater College must perform at an acceptable academic level to continue enrollment and receive financial aid.
- [Satisfactory Academic Progress Appeals](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-rights-responsibilities/satisfactory-academic-progress/appeal/): Ridgewater College and Minnesota State requires that all students
- [Sexual Violence and Title IX](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-rights-responsibilities/sexual-violence-harassment/): View Ridgewater College policies on sexual violence and harassment, as well as resources and contact information for incident reporting and counseling.
- [Pregnant and Parenting Student Information and Resources](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-rights-responsibilities/sexual-violence-harassment/pregnant-and-parenting-student-information-and-resources/): Title IX states that no person in the United
- [Student Code of Conduct](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-rights-responsibilities/student-code-of-conduct/): Review the Ridgewater College code of student conduct.
- [Student Concern Process](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-rights-responsibilities/student-concern-process/): Students at Ridgewater College have the opportunity to file a concern for myriad issues, from data privacy to grades to discrimination.
- [Student Forms](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-rights-responsibilities/student-forms/): Access forms for students attending Ridgewater College, including student forms and financial forms.
- [Student Policies](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-rights-responsibilities/student-policies/): Students at Ridgewater College are expected to comply with all policies for the benefit of the total campus community.
- [Voter Information](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/student-rights-responsibilities/voter-registration/): Ridgewater College has a commitment to community and civic
- [Technology Services](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/technology-services/): Student technology services at Ridgewater College supports with the latest technology in and out of the classroom.
- [Student Computer Labs](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/technology-services/labs/): Student technology services at Ridgewater College supports with the latest technology in and out of the classroom.
- [Microsoft Office 365](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/technology-services/microsoft/): Student technology services at Ridgewater College supports with the latest technology in and out of the classroom.
- [Connecting to the Network](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/technology-services/network/): Student technology services at Ridgewater College supports with the latest technology in and out of the classroom.
- [Other Resources](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/technology-services/other-resources/): Student technology services at Ridgewater College supports with the latest technology in and out of the classroom.
- [StarID](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/technology-services/starid/): Student technology services at Ridgewater College supports with the latest technology in and out of the classroom.
- [Transcript Requests](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/transcript-requests/): Learn how students at Ridgewater College request official and unofficial transcripts.
- [Veterans Resource Center](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/veterans-resource-center/): Veterans attending Ridgewater College find information and resources at the on-campus Veterans Resource Center.
- [Warrior Card (Student ID)](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/warrior-card-discounts/): Students at Ridgewater College receive special discounts when using their Warrior Card at local businesses in Willmar and Hutchinson, Minn.
- [Local Warrior Card Discounts](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/warrior-card-discounts/local-warrior-card-discounts/): Local Warrior Card Discounts To redeem discounts, students must
- [Requesting Your Warrior Card](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/student-life/warrior-card-discounts/requesting-your-warrior-card/): Requesting Your Warrior Card Warrior Cards (student identification cards)

## About Ridgewater
- [College Governance and Policies](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/about/college-governance/): A member of Minnesota State Colleges and Universities, Ridgewater College is governed by a president executive leadership team.
- [2024 2025 Strategic Plan](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/about/college-governance/2024-2025-strategic-plan/): 2024 2025 Strategic Plan — PDF document from Ridgewater College.
- [Accreditation](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/about/college-governance/accreditation/): Students at Ridgewater can be confident in their education knowing the College maintains institutional and specialized accreditation.
- [Specialized Accreditation and Professional Program Approvals](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/about/college-governance/accreditation/specialized-accreditation/): Programs at Ridgewater College maintain specialized accreditation through specialized accrediting agencies.
- [Affirmative Action Plan](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/about/college-governance/affirmative-action-plan/): Committed to Minnesota’s statewide affirmative action efforts, Ridgewater College provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.
- [Assessment](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/about/college-governance/assessment/): Committed to verifying and improving education quality, Ridgewater College has a comprehensive process to evaluate the effectiveness of instruction.
- [College Policies](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/about/college-governance/college-policies/): Rdgewater College Policies. Ch 1: College Organization & Administration. Ch 2: Students. Ch 3: Educational Policies. Ch 4: Human Resouces. Ch 5: Administration.
- [FY2023 Equity Plan](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/about/college-governance/diversity-equity/): Minnesota-based Ridgewater College is committed to issues of equity, inclusion, and diversity.
- [Leadership](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/about/college-governance/leadership/): Meet the leadership team behind Ridgewater College, a Minnesota community and technical college with campuses in Willmar and Hutchinson.
- [Master Facility Plan](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/about/college-governance/master-facility-plan/): Current Master Facility Plan Master Facility Plan [PDF]
- [Organizational Chart Advancement](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/about/college-governance/organizational-chart-advancement/): Organizational Chart Advancement — PDF document from Ridgewater College.
- [Organizational Chart Student Services](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/about/college-governance/organizational-chart-student-services/): Organizational Chart Student Services — PDF document from Ridgewater College.
- [P2P and File Sharing](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/about/college-governance/p2p-and-file-sharing/): Notice to Students about P2P and File Sharing In
- [Strategic Master Academic Plan](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/about/college-governance/strategic-master-academic-plan/): Strategic Master Academic Plan — PDF document from Ridgewater College.
- [Employee Winter Weather Procedures](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/about/employee-winter-weather-procedures/): Employee Winter Weather Procedures (Winter 2025-26) Campus Closure (“Campus
- [Employment](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/about/employment/): Click here to check for current openings at Ridgewater College!
- [Academic, Administration & Staff Jobs](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/about/employment/jobs/): Looking for employment? Click here to see what job openings are available at Ridgewater College. Become a part of this great community of learning!
- [Benefits and Labor Contracts](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/about/employment/jobs/benefits-and-labor-contracts/): Ridgewater College is a great place to work. The
- [Student Jobs/Work Study](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/about/employment/student-jobs-work-study/): The work study program is designed to provide work and income for qualified students in need of financial assistance while attending Ridgewater College. Student
- [Maps and Locations](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/about/maps-and-locations/): Listen
- [Marketing, Communications, Recruiting & Outreach](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/about/media-marketing-and-communications/): Ridgewater’s team of Marketing, Communications, Recruiting and Outreach professionals
- [Ridgewater Consent/Waiver Form for Marketing](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/about/media-marketing-and-communications/consentform/): Thank you for helping us tell the Ridgewater story
- [Viewbook](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/about/media-marketing-and-communications/viewbook/): Viewbook — PDF document from Ridgewater College.
- [Vision, Mission, Equity & Anti-Racism Commitment & Guiding Principles](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/about/mission-vision-guiding-principles/): With campuses in Hutchinson and Willmar, Minn., Ridgewater College provides quality educational opportunities in a student-centered learning environment.
- [President's Welcome](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/about/presidents-welcome/): A message from President Craig Johnson Welcome to Ridgewater
- [Crime Report](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/about/reports/crime-report/): Review institutional security policies and crime statistics for Ridgewater College, with campuses in Hutchinson and Willmar, Minn.
- [Economic Impact](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/about/reports/economic-impact/): Ridgewater College’s Economic Contribution is $170,200,331. The Ridgewater Economic
- [Student Data](https://ridgewater.teamtailwind.com/about/reports/student-data/): Program Completion Time Cohort Entering Term 2 Year 3

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