Academics
Anoka-Ramsey Community College is here to support your future. With more than
60 degrees, diplomas and certificates, you’ll find clear paths to a career, a bachelor’s
degree or both. Across our two campuses, you’ll gain hands-on, real-world learning
that goes beyond the classroom and helps you build skills to make an impact.
At Anoka-Ramsey you'll find...
- Flexible, hands-on learning that fits into your life and schedule
- Highly supportive faculty, invested in your success
- Enriching programs that prepare you to make an impact
Why Anoka-Ramsey
An Engaging Academic Environment
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Learning that Fits Your Life
Anoka‑Ramsey offers flexible schedules, small class sizes and multiple learning formats so you can balance school with work, family and other responsibilities. Classes focus on real‑world skills, collaboration and hands‑on experience that help you stay engaged and move forward.21Average class size, helping instructors get to know you and support your success. -
Supportive Faculty, Real Connections
At Anoka‑Ramsey, you’ll work directly with instructors who are experts in what they teach and invested in helping you succeed. Faculty teach their own classes, know their students by name and collaborate with advisors to make sure you stay on track. If you’re undecided, they’ll help you connect your interests to real career and transfer opportunities.
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Prepared to Make an Impact
Learning at Anoka‑Ramsey goes beyond the classroom. Many programs offer undergraduate research, performance and publication opportunities, internships, clinical placements and project‑based learning. These experiences help you apply what you learn, build confidence and prepare for what comes next, whether that’s a job or a bachelor’s degree.
Programs Designed Around You
Each year, Anoka-Ramsey serves more than 11,000 students and we know not everyone’s
path looks the same. We’re here to meet you with the academic experiences and the
support you need. Explore programs and courses that match how you learn and where
you want to go.
At Anoka-Ramsey, you’ll learn, grow and feel confident about your next chapter.
At Anoka-Ramsey, you’ll learn, grow and feel confident about your next chapter.
Programs by Your Goal
Whether you plan to transfer, enter the workforce or just explore your interests,
find programs organized around your next step.
All Degrees, Diploma and Certificates
Choose from associate degrees, short‑term certificates and diplomas that build
real skills and keep your options open. With early planning and support, you can build
a clear path toward your next goal.
View the Catalog
The Anoka-Ramsey academic catalog is published annually and serves as your
official source for academic programs, courses, policies and resources.
Classes and Registration
View the course schedules by campus, learn more about important registration
dates and deadlines and get the help you need to get started.
Academic Areas
Discover programs in interest areas that combine strong academics with real experience
and outcomes.
Turn compassion into professional impact.
If helping others thrive is your goal, Anoka‑Ramsey’s allied health and nursing
programs prepare you to make a difference. Through hands‑on lab and clinical experiences,
supportive faculty and strong community partnerships, you’ll build practical skills
that lead to meaningful careers in health and well‑being.
Create. Perform. Write. Design.
If creativity drives you, Anoka‑Ramsey’s fine arts and communications programs
help you explore, express and expand your talents. Through hands‑on courses in music,
theater, writing, mass communications and visual arts, you’ll learn from faculty active
in the creative community while building skills for artistic growth, transfer or creative
careers.
If you’re interested in a business career, Anoka‑Ramsey’s Business Division helps
you develop practical skills in critical thinking, technology and entrepreneurship.
Through hands‑on coursework and guidance from experienced faculty, you’ll learn how
business works in the real world and prepare for what’s next.
With associate degrees and certificate programs in areas like Accounting, Human Resources and General Business, you’ll gain industry‑relevant knowledge in programs accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).
With associate degrees and certificate programs in areas like Accounting, Human Resources and General Business, you’ll gain industry‑relevant knowledge in programs accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).
If you’re passionate about understanding people and supporting communities, Anoka‑Ramsey’s
human services programs prepare you to make a meaningful impact. Programs including
Elementary and Special Education, Pre-Social Work, Psychology help you build skills
for continued study and careers focused on advocacy, education and human well‑being.
If you’re curious about how technology works—and how to build and protect it—Anoka‑Ramsey’s
technology programs offer hands‑on learning from day one. Through project‑based courses
and collaborative instruction, you’ll develop technical skills that prepare you for
entry‑level roles or transfer to a four‑year degree.
If science, engineering or problem solving inspires you, Anoka-Ramsey offers diverse
programs including Associate of Science (AS) degrees in Engineering, Biology, Chemistry,
Environmental Science and more.
Through innovative investments in campus sustainability projects and undergraduate research initiatives like National Science Foundation-funded projects and membership to the Council of Undergraduate Research, access real-world experiences that support your growth as a scientist, problem-solver and collaborator.
Through innovative investments in campus sustainability projects and undergraduate research initiatives like National Science Foundation-funded projects and membership to the Council of Undergraduate Research, access real-world experiences that support your growth as a scientist, problem-solver and collaborator.
Academics in Action
See how students are learning, creating, researching and preparing for the future
through Anoka‑Ramsey academic programs.
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