General Info

The Minnesota Office of Higher Education is a cabinet-level state agency that provides students with financial aid programs. The agency also offers information to help in gaining access to postsecondary education. It serves as a clearinghouse for data collection, research and analysis on postsecondary enrollment, finance and trends. The Minnesota Office of Higher Education administers a tuition assistance program for students. The agency assists in the development of the state's education technology infrastructure through collaboration with various systems and institutions. It coordinates public information initiatives supported by the University of Minnesota, Minnesota Private College Council, Minnesota Career Colleges Association and Minnesota Department of Education. The Minnesota Office of Higher Education is located in St. Paul, Minn.