University, Eh?
Canadian students can earn affordable and accessible university credits close to home on the Rainy River campus of Minnesota North College.
International Falls, Minnesota
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The Minnesota North College – Rainy River Campus is located in International Falls, Minnesota. International Falls is Minnesota’s northern gateway, sitting right on the Canadian border across from Fort Frances, Ontario- just a short walk over the bridge.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a student visa?
Canadian citizens do not need to apply for a student visa (F-1 visa) at a U.S. Consulate or Embassy. They may apply for F status directly at the port of entry. Canadian students must complete the following:
- Submit required documentation to International Enrollment Specialist Bill Marshall per instructions sent upon application.
- Pay the I-901 SEVIS fee.
- Receive a Form I-20, “Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant Status” from Minnesota North College and present this form at the port of entry.
Exception: Students who have a government-issued First Nations status card do not need to pay the SEVIS fee or obtain an I-20. Please notify Bill Marshall of your First Nations status to bypass the international student admissions process.
What is the cost to attend?
The cost to attend Minnesota North College varies based on program. You can find an updated tuition and cost amount below. Students from the Rainy River district may be eligible for the Rainy River District Bursary. See below for more information!
At Minnesota North College – Rainy River, students who reside in Manitoba and Ontario pay the same tuition as an American student!
Do you offer athletic programs?
Yes! The Rainy River Voyageurs offer volleyball, men’s and women’s basketball, softball, and baseball.
What is the Rainy River District Bursary?
The Rainy River District Bursary is a type of financial aid, offered by Minnesota North College – Rainy River, to help make earning University credits close to home more affordable for our friends to the north! The bursary includes both tuition and bridge card assistance.
Deadline to apply for the 2025-26 school year has passed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Students must:
- Remain in satisfactory academic standing
- Be citizens, permanent residents, or landed immigrants of Canada
- Live within 200km of the Rainy River Campus
- Priority will be given to students enrolled in 12 or more credits. Students enrolled in 6 or more credits will be considered if funds remain available.
The Rainy River District Bursary is valued at $2,800 USD- awarded as $1,400 per semester, plus up to 6 bridge cards per student per academic year, that’s up to 72 crossings completely covered!
Students with permanent addresses within the Rainy River District will be considered automatically while funds remain available. Those selected to receive the scholarship will be notified in mid-August.
Need more help?
Rainy River Campus Enrollment Specialist
Olivia Ward – Enrollment Specialist
olivia.ward@minnesotanorth.edu
O: (218) 598-9353 C: (218) 324-1669