AGS FAQ

Yes, the college is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association, and is a member of the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities. The Nursing program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and the Teacher Education licensure programs are approved by the Minnesota Board of Teaching through the Minnesota Department of Education.

Associate level classes are held Tuesday evenings 6:00-10:00 or Saturday mornings 8:30-12:30.

Bachelor level classes are Monday or Thursday evenings from 6:00-10:00.

Graduate classes are offered online.

Owatonna nursing classes are held Tuesday evenings 6:00-10:00 at the Owatonna Hospital.

Classes are offered in a modular format, one class at a time, with start dates in August and February.

Yes, we offer federal and state financial aid that is available for Crown students who are US citizens or legal aliens. For the Free Application for Federal Student Aid go to www.fafsa.ed.gov and our school code is 002383. We only offer state aid to MN residents.

Tuition is charged per semester credit. Each credit is $380 in the undergraduate program, $410 per credit in the graduate program, $450 in the MBA program, and $295 per credit in the teacher licensure program. Most classes are 3 credits, with exceptions to the Nursing and Education programs.  

Undergraduate college credits obtained from a regionally accredited institution can potentially transfer if a "C" or higher was earned.  Graduate credits from a regionally accredited college can potentially transfer with a grade of "B" or higher if taken within the last ten years. Students must take at least 24 credits at Crown to obtain a degree from the institution. Our enrollment staff would be glad to look at your transcripts and give you a tentative evaluation and timeframe to complete your degree.

Program length will depend on which degree you are seeking. Transfer credits will be a factor in your educational plan. With no previous college experience, an associate’s degree takes three years to complete and a bachelor’s degree takes five years. The Bachelor's in Education (Elementary and Early Childhood) take six years to complete.

Any transfer credits will shorten the length of time. All graduate degrees are designed to take a minimum of 2 years with no transfer credits.

The general guide is for every hour in class, you will have 1-2 hours of homework. A survey was conducted of our 600 adult students and the average time spent studying is 8 hours per week.

You must complete all enrollment items: application, application fee, essay, references, high school transcript (if you have fewer than 24 college credits), and all college transcripts. For the complete list of required items, visit our Steps to Enroll page. You may also contact the Crown Adult & Graduate Studies office for program specific requirements at 952-446-4300 or 1-800-910-GRAD (4723).

The fall term begins in mid-August and the spring semester begins in February. For on-campus students, there is an on-campus orientation two weeks prior to each start date. For online students, several online orientations are held to assist new students. For complete dates and times, check out my.crown.edu/agsorientation.

Payment is required by the first day of the semester. Students have the option to pay their bill in full or set up a payment plan with the Student Billing Office. This payment plan divides your bill into three equal payments which are due the first three months of the semester.  

Accepted payment includes credit card, cash, or financial aid. You can either pay online or at orientation.