Rasmussen University Mankato Campus
Rasmussen University Mankato Campus
Rasmussen University has been educating Minnesotans for 125 years. The Mankato campus is located right inside the historic Madison East Center on the corner of Madison Avenue and North Victory Drive—just a short drive from Highways 14 and 169 with easy access to North Mankato and the surrounding community.
Whether you choose an on-campus program in the Twin Cities metro or online program, you’ll have support from the Mankato campus. With 60+ career-focused programs in the School of Nursing, Business, Technology, Health Sciences, Justice Studies, Human Services, Education and Design, you can gain the skills and confidence to help you pursue the career you want.
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    On-Campus Programs at the Rasmussen University Mankato Campus
The Mankato campus rests in the Madison East Center, nestled alongside local healthcare facilities—a perfect fit for a campus that is well-known locally for Health Sciences and Nursing programs. Hands-on training in the campus nursing lab allows you to practice your skills in an immersive, up-to-date facility. You’ll benefit from utilizing the latest medical technology in the campus medical lab.
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                                Medical Assisting
                                
                                
- On-campus and online classes
 - Professional externship
 - Self-directed assessments (optional)
 
The Medical Assisting program at our Mankato campus is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES®).1 You can confidently pursue your Medical Assisting education and healthcare career and learn to make a memorable impact on patients.
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                                Practical Nursing (LPN)
                                
                                
- On-campus and online classes
 - Field experience
 - Self-directed assessments (optional)
 
Train to become a licensed practical nurse (LPN) and prepare to take the NCLEX-PN® exam2 in as few as 15 months3 in our Practical Nursing program at our Mankato campus. There is no prerequisite coursework for admission or waitlist at many campuses for qualified applicants.6
 - Professional Nursing (ADN/RN)
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                                Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
                                
                                
- On-campus and online classes
 - Field experience
 - Self-directed assessments (optional)
 
Our CCNE-accredited5 program can help you become an advanced registered nurse with their BSN degree. Practice your skills in small class sizes to better collaborate with other dedicated Nursing students. Choose your entry track:
- BSN Standard Degree: for those who have not yet attended college or have taken college-level courses but do not have a Bachelor's degree
 - BSN Accelerated Second Degree: for those with a Bachelor’s degree who want a career change into nursing
 
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                                Healthcare Associate’s Degree – Medical Assisting Specialization
                                
                                
Learn to become a valuable member of a healthcare team with real-world technical skills thanks to our Healthcare Associate’s degree specializing in Medical Assisting. Enhance your healthcare training with critical thinking, problem solving, interpersonal communication, medical ethics and more.
There are different program options depending on whether you’re a current student or new incoming student. Reach out to an admissions representative for more information.
 
Explore All Programs Online and at the Mankato Campus
Take a look at what programs are available 100% online or include a mix of online courses and on-campus courses in Mankato. Choose between the area of study (what you want to study), credential level (what type of degree you would earn) or learning options (how you will learn).
Accounting
- Online
 
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- Online
 - On Campus
 - Field Experience
 
Business
- Online
 
Business Management
- Online
 
Computer Science
- Online
 
Criminal Justice
- Online
 
Cyber Security
- Online
 
Data Analytics
- Online
 
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
- Online
 - Field Experience
 
Early Childhood Education
- Online
 
Finance
- Online
 
Graphic Design
- Online
 
Health and Wellness
- Online
 
Health Information Management
- Online
 - Field Experience
 
Health Information Technician
- Online
 - Field Experience
 
Healthcare
- Online
 - On Campus
 
Healthcare Management
- Online
 
Human Resources and Organizational Leadership
- Online
 
Human Services
- Online
 
Information Technology
- Online
 
Information Technology Management
- Online
 
Information Technology Project Management
- Online
 
Information Technology Support
- Online
 
Law Enforcement
- Online
 - On Campus
 - Field Experience
 
Marketing
- Online
 
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Online
 
Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA)
- Online
 
Master of Human Resources Management (MHRM)
- Online
 
Master of Public Health (MPH)
- Online
 - Field Experience
 
Master of Science - Nurse Practitioner (MSN-NP)
- Online
 - Field Experience
 
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
- Online
 - Field Experience
 
Medical Administrative Assistant
- Online
 
Medical Assisting
- Online
 - On Campus
 - Field Experience
 
Medical Billing and Coding
- Online
 
Network Support
- Online
 
Network Systems Administration
- Online
 
Paralegal
- Online
 
Pharmacy Technician
- Online
 - Field Experience
 
Post-Graduate Nursing Certificate
- Online
 - Field Experience
 
- Online
 - Field Experience
 
Practical Nursing
- Online
 - On Campus
 - Field Experience
 
Professional Nursing
- Online
 - On Campus
 - Field Experience
 
RN to BSN
- Online
 - Field Experience
 
Software Application Development
- Online
 
Supply Chain and Logistics Management
- Online
 
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Mankato
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"When you visit our campus, you’ll see plenty of smiling faces and open doors. We are here for you and dedicate ourselves to helping you succeed."
Kathy Sanger
Campus Executive Director
Find the Support You Need at Our Mankato Campus
Students at the Rasmussen University Mankato site can expect to find a wide range of support throughout their time in school—you’ll see everything from assistance with financial aid, grants and scholarships to connecting with students to help keep them on track.
Stuck on a specific academic question? Tutors are available online, or access computer labs and study lounges all throughout campus.
                        Additional Information for Students and Graduates
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How Do I Enroll?
Contact an Admissions Representative
To answer questions related to enrollment, tuition cost and financial aid for those who qualify, speak with an admissions representative.
Check Out Our Admissions Page
View the steps to enroll and learn more about our admissions process.
Maximize Your Transfer Credits
Find out whether you may already have credits to put toward your education and career.
Accreditation
Higher Learning Commission
Rasmussen University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES)
The Medical Assisting Diploma program at the Mankato campus in Minnesota is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES).
Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools
6116 Executive Blvd., Suite 730
North Bethesda, MD 20852
301-291-7550
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
The associate nursing program at Rasmussen University at the Mankato campus located in Mankato, Minnesota, is accredited by the:
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
    
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400
    
Atlanta, GA 30326
    
404-975-5000
The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the associate nursing program is Continuing Accreditation.
View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program at
https://www.acenursing.org/search-programs
The practical nursing program at Rasmussen University at the Mankato campus located in Mankato, Minnesota is accredited by the:
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400 
Atlanta, GA 30326 
404-975-5000
The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the practical nursing program is Continuing Accreditation.
View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program at
https://www.acenursing.org/search-programs
Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Master of Science in Nursing degree programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
        655 K Street, NW, Suite 750
        Washington, DC 20001
        202-887-6791

