Tuition & Learning
Planning your investment is easy. Our program provides comprehensive training that prepares you for immediate entry into your chosen field. Below you'll find detailed information about program costs and required materials.
Tuition Estimates by Award
Costs below apply to each specific award option:
Certificates
Peace Officer
$8,230
Advanced Technical Certificate
The tuition rate for 2025-2026 academic year is
$316.52 per credit
Scholarships & Savings
Ready to turn your dreams into reality? At Hennepin Tech, we believe that nothing should stand in the way of your education. That’s why we’re here to help you navigate the ins and outs of paying for college, so you can focus on what really matters – your future.
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FAFSA
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Your key to financial aid. The first step to unlocking financial assistance for college is filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). By completing this form, you’ll qualify for a variety of federal grants, loans, scholarships, and work-study opportunities that can help offset the cost of tuition, books, and other expenses.
Not sure if you’re eligible? Don’t worry, our financial aid advisors are here to help, even if you have unique circumstances or are an undocumented individual.
Check out your first step to funding college
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North Star Promise
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If you’re a Minnesota resident who meets certain income criteria, you may also qualify for the North Star Promise, which provides additional financial support to cover the cost of tuition and fees. It’s another way we’re making college more accessible and affordable for students like you.
See if you qualify for free tuition
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Foundation Scholarships
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The Hennepin Tech Foundation offers a variety of scholarships to help students offset the cost of tuition, textbooks, and other expenses. These scholarships are awarded based on academic achievement, financial need, and other criteria. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to reduce your college expenses!
Explore scholarships just for our students
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PSEO & Concurrent Enrollment
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High school students can jumpstart their college education by participating in our Postsecondary Enrollment Options (PSEO) or Concurrent Enrollment programs. Earn college credits while still in high school and save on future tuition costs!
Discover how you can earn college credit in high school
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VA Benefits
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Veterans and their dependents may be eligible for education benefits through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). These benefits can help cover tuition, housing, and other costs associated with attending college. Contact our veterans services office for assistance in accessing and maximizing your VA benefits.
Maximize your military education benefits
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Third-Party Payments
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Did you know that some employers, organizations, or government agencies offer tuition assistance programs? If you’re eligible, you can use these funds to help cover your college expenses. Be sure to check with your employer or inquire about any available benefits.
Let a sponsor help fund your education
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Transfer Credits
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Transfer the credits you’ve already earned from previous colleges or programs to reduce the classes you need, helping you finish your degree faster and at a lower cost.
Make your hard work count twice
To maximize your savings, apply for FAFSA early, explore scholarships, and review your potential for credit through prior learning and transfer evaluations.
Accreditation & Recognition
Our regional accreditation is North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, Higher Learning Commission.
Hennepin Tech's Law Enforcement Professional Licensing Program is accredited by the Minnesota Board of Peace Officer Standards and Training and is the only program in the Twin Cities that provides both the academic and skills components of the mandated law enforcement curriculum.
Hennepin Tech's Law Enforcement Professional Licensing Program is a consortium of Minneapolis/St. Paul metropolitan area community colleges of the Minnesota State system. These colleges include:
- Century College
- Inver Hills Community College
- Normandale Community College
- North Hennepin Community College
Articulations
For a full listing of current articulation agreements, visit the Minnesota Transfer website.
- Century College
- Inver Hills Community College
- Minneapolis Community & Technical College
- Normandale Community College
- North Hennepin Community College
- Metropolitan State University
Industry Partners
Our advisory committee is made up of law enforcement professionals from many different agencies. They help guide the program to keep our curriculum current and cutting-edge.
USDE Professional Licensure Disclosure
The Hennepin Technical College Peace Officer curriculum is designed to help prepare students to sit for the professional licensure exam for Minnesota. At this time, Hennepin Technical College is unable to make a determination if the Peace Officer program meets the licensing requirement for any state or US protectorate besides Minnesota. You will want to contact the licensing board in which state you intend to pursue licensure for their requirements, below we provide a link to a list of each states licensing board. If you have further questions about licensure for Law Enforcement please contact Peace.Officer@HennepinTech.edu.
For more information on state licensing boards and their contact information for Law Enforcement visit the Go Law Enforcement website.
Last reviewed 03/28/2025
How to Apply
Licensure Exam Results
The 2024 pass rates for the POST licensure exam is 88%.
Skills Required
To enter the program, you will need to possess:
- a valid driver's license
- pass a criminal background check
- not be prohibited by state or federal law from possessing a firearm
- pass a psychological exam that would certify you would not be a harm to yourself or others
- pass a physical exam which indicates you have sufficient strength, flexibility and cardiovascular endurance to satisfactorily complete the firearms, defensive tactics and patrol tactics included in the skills portion of the program
Program Requirements
Application Process
