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What is MnTC?
What is MnTC?
Think of MnTC as the “general education” part of college — the classes every student needs before focusing on a major.
Think of MnTC as the “general education” part of college — the classes every student needs before focusing on a major.
The Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC) is a set of courses that give students a well-rounded college foundation. These cover:
Writing and communication
Math and logical reasoning
Science and the environment
History, social sciences, and global issues
Arts and humanities
Understanding diversity, ethics, and civic responsibility
Benefits of starting MnTC Before Graduation
Benefits of starting MnTC Before Graduation
• Save Time in College: Working towards MnTC means students finish many of the general education requirements that colleges require for any major. This lets them start major-specific courses sooner, potentially graduate earlier, and have more freedom in choosing classes, minors, or study abroad opportunities.
• Save Time in College: Working towards MnTC means students finish many of the general education requirements that colleges require for any major. This lets them start major-specific courses sooner, potentially graduate earlier, and have more freedom in choosing classes, minors, or study abroad opportunities.
• Save Money: Every college credit earned before or during high school counts toward college requirements. That means lower tuition and fewer semesters needed, reducing overall college costs.
• Save Money: Every college credit earned before or during high school counts toward college requirements. That means lower tuition and fewer semesters needed, reducing overall college costs.
• Flexibility: By finishing core requirements early, students have more control over their college schedule. They can focus on major courses, explore new areas, or balance work and other commitments.
• Flexibility: By finishing core requirements early, students have more control over their college schedule. They can focus on major courses, explore new areas, or balance work and other commitments.
• Transfer-Friendly: MnTC courses are widely accepted across Minnesota public colleges. Many private MN colleges also honor MnTC, and some neighboring state schools, like NDSU and University of Wisconsin, may accept them too.
• Transfer-Friendly: MnTC courses are widely accepted across Minnesota public colleges. Many private MN colleges also honor MnTC, and some neighboring state schools, like NDSU and University of Wisconsin, may accept them too.
• Works With AP Courses: AP and other concurrent enrollment courses can often fulfill MnTC goal areas. Students can stay in CIS/AP programs while earning transferable college credit.
• Works With AP Courses: AP and other concurrent enrollment courses can often fulfill MnTC goal areas. Students can stay in CIS/AP programs while earning transferable college credit.
MnTC Vs. an Associates Degree
MnTC Vs. an Associates Degree
MnTC covers only the general education portion of college (~40–45 credits). It gives students a foundation in writing, math, science, arts, social sciences, and other key areas.
An AA/AS degree is a full college program, including both general education and program- or major-specific courses.
MnTC is flexible: students can complete it across multiple schools or via AP/concurrent enrollment.
Completing MnTC early allows students to get a head start on college, save time, and reduce tuition costs — without leaving high school.
MnSCU TRansfer Pathways
MnSCU TRansfer Pathways
MN Transfer Pathways allow students to complete a specific associate degree at a Minnesota State college and transfer to a Minnesota State university with junior status. All 60 credits apply toward a related bachelor’s degree.
Bottom line: Staying in CIS/AP classes lets students earn college-level credits, save time and money, and prepare for a smooth transfer to many colleges — all while remaining in a supportive high school setting.
Bottom line: Staying in CIS/AP classes lets students earn college-level credits, save time and money, and prepare for a smooth transfer to many colleges — all while remaining in a supportive high school setting.
MnTC Goal Areas: Quick Reference Guide
MnTC Goal Areas: Quick Reference Guide
Use this section to get a clear overview of each MnTC Goal Area. Each entry explains what the goal area is, the skills students build, and the minimum number of courses/credits required to meet that part of the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum.
MHS Courses by MnTC Goal Area
MHS Courses by MnTC Goal Area
This chart shows how Monticello High School courses may align with specific MnTC Goal Areas. Use it to see which high-school opportunities can help you make progress toward completing the MnTC before graduation.
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