Central Lakes College at Staples

Central Lakes College at Staples is a satellite instructional location of Central Lakes College, situated in Staples, MN. As part of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system, this site extends public two-year college education to students in the Staples area, reducing travel barriers to accessing higher education in rural central Minnesota.

The Staples location offers coursework aligned with Central Lakes College's associate degree and certificate programs, which span areas such as liberal arts, business, technical trades, and health-related fields. Students can begin or continue their postsecondary education locally before transferring or completing credentials at the main Brainerd campus.

Staples, MN is a rural community in Todd County where access to higher education can be limited by geography. Central Lakes College at Staples supports workforce development and educational attainment in the region, providing a convenient entry point to the Minnesota State system for local students.