The beautiful Detroit Lakes area has 412 lakes within a 25-mile radius and offers some of Minnesota's premiere outdoor recreation. Summer is the busy time in lake country with fishing, boating, water sports and some of the largest events in the region and world! Every 4th of July, thousands descend upon the beautiful mile-long beach to enjoy the water, fun and free fireworks show. In August, the world's largest outdoor country music festival is held - WE FEST. Detroit Lakes isn't only about the summer though, there are many activities to enjoy all year including ice fishing, snowmobiling and hunting. Plus the community celebrates its vibrant downtown commercial district and it's just a short drive from Fargo/Moorhead. Detroit Lakes - start here and go anywhere!

Population of approximately 8,600 in the off-season and 30,000 in the summer.

Detroit Lakes is home to 14 challenging golf courses. Amusement abounds from waterslides, go-carts, batting cages, ice-fishing, cross-country skiing, downhill skiing and snowmobiling.

For more information about events and lodging in the area, visit the Detroit Lakes Chamber of Commerce Web site.

About the Campus:

• Enrollment: 1300
• Food Service Available on Campus
• Daycare Available
• Student Organizations - Student Senate, VICA, Native American Student Association
• Support services available to promote student academic success

RSVP for a new student Orientation, Assessment, and Registration Session on the Detroit Lakes Campus

Center of Excellence for technical and flexible education

Every student has a goal, and choosing a college that will help you reach that goal is one of the most important decisions you can make in the course of your education. Finding a college that has the programs you require can be difficult, and it may be even harder to find one that will help you continue to pursue your goals even after you graduate. The Detroit Lakes campus of Minnesota State Community and Technical College aims to fulfill the needs of all its students and provides a variety of distinctive programs and services to help every learner reach their ultimate goals.

PowerSports Technology: Master the mechanics of high performance vehicles. Work with industry experts to service motorcycles, ATVs, snowmobiles and more.

Marine Engine Technology: Join one of the only programs available in the Midwest where students receive a degree in boat engine design and repair.

Radiological Technology: Enter the medical field. Learn to assist radiologists in providing a high-level of radiological expertise to patients in hospitals, clinics, extended care facilities, nursing homes, and other health care settings.

Computer Network Security: Learn how to manage and secure computer networks to prevent malicious hackers from stealing or destroying sensitive information.

Web Development: Discover the untapped potential of the Internet. Study the structure and design of websites so that you can create pages for public, personal, and commercial use.

While the programs above, and the dozens more offered at Detroit Lakes, may seem to appeal to completely different people, there is one aspect that holds together everyone at our campus: Entrepreneurial spirit.

Entrepreneurship is that drive and desire to be the best you can be as an employee, or that motivation to start your own business and work for yourself. At M State - Detroit Lakes we strive to unite all of our programs and services with that one common thread . . . with the proper education and desire you can travel down any life-path you wish.

And this entrepreneurial spirit exists outside the classroom as well! The Business & Entrepreneurial Services Center here at M State - Detroit Lakes has close connections with the Detroit Lakes Chamber of Commerce and many other community projects. If your desire is to take your education and use it to start a small business, we can help! Idea incubation, networking, and solid business advice are all available, even after you graduate!

Of course, your preparation within the classroom is still of the highest priority. Academics at M State will always be our central focus. And no matter what your major is, you can depend on us to deliver a world-class experience within this wonderful Minnesota community.

Building Hours:

• M-Th: 7am-10pm
• Fri: 7am-7pm
• Sat & Sun Closed

Library Hours:

• M-Th 7:30 am to 5:00 pm
• Fridays 8:00 am to noon
• Sat and Sun closed

Bookstore Hours:

• M-Fri 8am-3:30pm
• Sat and Sun Closed

Hours are subject to change on weekends, holidays and summer sessions

Address:
900 Hwy 34 E
Detroit Lakes, MN 56501

Local: 218.846.3700
Toll Free: 800.492.4836
Fax: 218.846.3794

Traveling WEST into Detroit Lakes on US- 10, from the EAST:

Enter the city on US -10 West to the first four-way stop light. Turn RIGHT on Kris Street, cross over the railroad tracks, turning left onto Randolph Road and go 0.9 miles to the stop sign at Roosevelt Ave. Turn right and go .05 miles north, to the second stop light, turn RIGHT on MN-34, go 0.2 miles, arriving at the M State Campus, 900 Highway 34 East, Detroit Lakes.

Traveling WEST into Detroit Lakes on US- 34, from the EAST:

Enter the city on US-34 West, to the Cenex Station, M State is located on your right, arriving at the campus, 900 Highway 34 East, Detroit Lakes.

Traveling EAST into Detroit Lakes on US-10, from the WEST:

Enter the city on US-10 East to the stop light intersection of US-10 & US-59. Turn LEFT and go 0.2 miles over the bridge, turn RIGHT on MN-34 and go 1.1 miles, arriving at the M State Campus, 900 Highway 34 East, Detroit Lakes.

Traveling NORTH into Detroit Lakes on US- 59, from the SOUTH:

Enter the city on US-59 to the stop light intersection of US-59 & US-10. Proceed ahead and go 0.2 miles over the bridge, turn RIGHT on MN-34 and go 1.1 miles, arriving at the M State Campus, 900 Highway 34 East, Detroit Lakes.

Traveling SOUTH into Detroit Lakes on US- 59, from the NORTH:

Enter the city on US-59 to the intersection of US-59 & MN-34. Turn LEFT on MN-34 and go 1.1 miles, arriving at the M State Campus, 900 Highway 34 East, Detroit Lakes.