Explore Minnesota West
Planning for life after high school starts here! Join Minnesota West this October for an Explore Event designed for 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students.
During your visit, you'll:
- Experience hands-on program activities
- Learn about scholarships and financial aid
- Explore career and transfer pathways
- Meet faculty, staff, and current students
- Discover what makes Minnesota West unique
Choose from:
- One-year certificates and diplomas
- Two-year career-focused degrees
- Transfer-ready associate degrees
You'll also learn about student life, including athletics, clubs, leadership opportunities, and campus events.
Hosted in partnership with the Southwest Minnesota Private Industry Council (PIC), these events are a fun and informative way to explore your future and see how Minnesota West can help you reach your goals.
Review the programs featured at each campus below and register to attend.
Large Groups:
If you're registering a large group of students, please email: vania.fleace@mnwest.edu and include a spreadsheet or message listing each student's name, high school, graduation year, and email address (if available).
For added convenience, we can also provide a sign-in sheet at the event to help collect this information on-site. This helps us ensure a smooth registration process and accurate follow-up.
Event dates and RSVP
Tuesday, October 13 | 10 AM – 12:30 PM
Programs Highlighted:
- Business
- Computer Networking
- Early Childhood
- Liberal Arts/Transfer Pathways/Online
- Nursing
- Powerline
- Surgical Tech
- Welding
Tuesday, October 13 | 10 AM – 1 PM
Programs Highlighted:
- Automotive
- Computer Networking
- Cosmetology
- Electrician
- Liberal Arts/Transfer Pathways/Online
- Powerline Technology
- Welding
Tuesday, October 20 | 10 AM – 12:30 PM
Programs Highlighted:
- Carpentry
- Cosmetology
- Liberal Arts/Transfer Pathways/Online
- Nursing
- Nursing Assistant & Trained Medication Aide
- Plumbing
Tuesday, October 20 | 10 AM – 12:30 PM
Programs Highlighted:
- Biology
- Liberal Arts/Teacher Education
- Nursing
- Nursing Assistant & Trained Medication Aide
- Occupational Therapy Assistant
- Peace Officer
Tuesday, October 27 | 9 AM – 1 PM
Programs Highlighted:
- Dental Assistant
- Liberal Arts/Transfer Pathways/Online
- Medical Assistant
- Medical Lab Technology
- Rad Tech
- Surg Tech
Tuesday, October 27 | 10 AM – 1 2:30 PM
Programs Highlighted:
- Dental Assistant
- Diesel Technology
- Electrician
- Liberal Arts/Transfer Pathways/Online
- Solar Energy