First-year deadlines, 2026–27
| Plan | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early action Apply early, hear early, not binding. | November 25, 2026 |
| Regular decision The standard deadline, with answers in spring. Not binding. | July 31, 2027 |
Plans are listed in calendar order. What the plans mean
Source: blc.edu · checked September 30, 2026
What families actually pay
Average yearly net price after grants, all students, by family income
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, College Scorecard · data snapshot October 2, 2026
Biggest majors
| Major | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Business Administration and Management | 32 |
| Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology | 12 |
| Elementary Education and Teaching | 10 |
| Legal Studies | 9 |
| Communication | 7 |
| Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia | 7 |
| Computer Science | 7 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences | 7 |
Show the other 19 majors
| Engineering Science | 5 |
| Psychology | 5 |
| Music | 3 |
| Biochemistry | 3 |
| English Language and Literature | 3 |
| Health Communication | 2 |
| Graphic Design | 2 |
| Fine/Studio Arts | 2 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | 2 |
| History | 1 |
| Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts | 1 |
| Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration | 1 |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies | 1 |
| Mathematics | 1 |
| Social Studies Teacher Education | 1 |
| Physical Education Teaching and Coaching | 1 |
| Health Teacher Education | 1 |
| Art Teacher Education | 1 |
| Special Education and Teaching | 1 |
Bachelor’s graduates, first major, most recent year · Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS · data snapshot October 2, 2026
Scholarships
Amounts and eligibility change; check the college’s page for current details.
Sports and campus life
Men’s varsity · NCAA Division III, Upper Midwest Athletic Conference
Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field (Indoor), Track and Field (Outdoor)
Women’s varsity · NCAA Division III, Upper Midwest Athletic Conference
Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field (Indoor), Track and Field (Outdoor), Volleyball
ROTC
Army
Faith groups
Newman Connection
Also
Esports, Study abroad
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education athletics data (EADA), connection.newmanministry.com · checked September 4, 2026 · data snapshot October 2, 2026
The place
Setting
City, small
Federal locale classification
Metro area
Mankato, MN
105,193 people
Big-city metro (1 million+)
No
More about the place
Nearest airport
Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain (MSP)
Nearest hub airport
Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain (MSP)
Walkability
EPA walkability index 9.5 of 20
Elevation
995 ft
Time zone
Central
January low
6°F
July high
82°F
Annual snowfall
38.7 in
Days at 90°F or higher
10 per year
One-bedroom fair market rent
$1,120 per month
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education (IPEDS locale), U.S. Census metro estimates, NOAA climate normals, HUD fair market rents, EPA walkability · data snapshot October 2, 2026
Colleges nearby
- Minnesota State University-Mankato1 mi
- Gustavus Adolphus College11 mi
- St Olaf College45 mi
- Carleton College46 mi
- Crown College51 mi
- Minneapolis College of Art and Design65 mi
Straight-line distance between campuses
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