Where can I get food nearby?

The Rasmussen University (Brooklyn Park) Hennepin/Anoka campus offers several options for study spots and meals: Daily Dose Cafe and Espresso : Local café with breakfast and lunch options, plus plenty of seating Starbucks®, Caribou Coffee®, Panera Bread® For a full meal, nearby restaurant choices include: Sweet Taste of Italy : Home-style pasta and pizzas Lemongrass Thai Cuisine : Thai dishes and sushi Raising Cane’s®, Pancheros Mexican Grill®, Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers®, Jimmy John’s®

Are there any fun places to visit located near the campus?

If you’re in need of a study break, try one of these nearby spots: Brooklyn Park Activity Center : Offers a skate rink, ice skating, and more Bunker Hills Regional Park : A 1,600-acre park with a seasonal outdoor water park, sports facilities, and picnic sites Lilli Putt : A long-running mini putt course, ideal for families and group outings

Is it Rasmussen College or Rasmussen University?

In 2020, Rasmussen College became Rasmussen University to reflect institutional growth and better support innovative, workforce-ready education. While the name changed, the mission of helping students navigate a rapidly evolving market remains the same.

Rasmussen University Hennepin/Anoka Campus

5555 96th Avenue N Brooklyn Park, MN 55443

763-795-4720

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Rasmussen University Hennepin/Anoka Campus

Rasmussen University has been educating Minnesotans for 125 years. The Hennepin/Anoka campus opened in 2022 provides students with an innovative and accessible university environment. You can find the Hennepin/Anoka campus north of the 610 off-ramp and south of 96th Avenue North, near the borders of both Hennepin and Anoka counties.

At 40,000 square feet, the Hennepin/Anoka campus (located in Brooklyn Park) is our largest campus footprint in the Twin Cities Metropolitan area. The campus features high-tech classrooms, new computers, upgraded Health Sciences and Nursing labs and healthcare facilities, and a Simulation Center.

Whether you choose an on-campus program in the Twin Cities metro or online program, you’ll have support from the Hennepin/Anoka campus. With 60+ career-focused programs in Nursing, Business, Technology, Health Sciences, Justice Studies, Human Services, Education and Design, you can gain the skills and confidence to help you pursue the career you want.

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Health Sciences lab with a nice view at the Rasmussen University Hennepin/Anoka campus location.

One of many classrooms at the Rasmussen University Hennepin/Anoka campus.

Nursing and Health Sciences lab at the Rasmussen University Hennepin/Anoka campus.

On-Campus Programs at the Rasmussen University Hennepin/Anoka Campus

The Hennepin/Anoka campus, located in Brooklyn Park, houses new labs, including a Simulation Center, nursing skills labs, physical therapy lab, medical assisting lab and surgical technology lab. The additional space allows us to continue to provide thorough training for our Health Sciences and Nursing students, as well as help serve the needs of our communities.

Medical Assisting
- On-campus and online classes
- Professional externship
- Self-directed assessments (optional)
Develop skills in direct patient care, administrative office skills and employer-valued transferable skills, and be prepared for CMA or RMA certification exams.78 The Medical Assisting program at our Hennepin/Anoka campus is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES^®)1 so you can confidently pursue your education and career.
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Physical Therapist Assistant
- On-campus and online classes
- Field experience
- Residential immersion
- Self-directed assessments (optional)
Unlike other Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) programs, our CAPTE^®-accredited2 program has a blend of online courses and immersive on-campus labs, plus clinical site training at a healthcare facility. You could finish your Associate’s degree in as few as 18 months.3
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Practical Nursing (LPN)
- On-campus and online classes
- Field experience
- Self-directed assessments (optional)
Prepare to become a compassionate and skilled licensed practical nurse (LPN) in the Rasmussen University Practical Nursing program. You can earn your Diploma in as few as 12 months3 and confidently sit for the NCLEX-PN^®4 exam.
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Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- On-campus and online classes
- Field experience
- Self-directed assessments (optional)
Pursue a fulfilling career as a registered nurse with our CCNE-accredited5 BSN program. Practice your skills and collaborate with nursing peers in an immersive, up-to-date facility and small class sizes to get the support you need. Choose your entry track:
- BSN Standard Degree: for those who have not yet attended college or have taken college-level courses but do not have a Bachelor's degree
- BSN Accelerated Second Degree: for those with a Bachelor’s degree who want a career change into nursing
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Healthcare Associate’s Degree – Medical Assisting Specialization

Gain practical education concepts and real-world healthcare skills with a Medical Assisting specialization for our Healthcare Associate's degree. Enhance your medical training and value to a healthcare team with critical thinking, problem solving, interpersonal communication, medical ethics and more.
There are different program options depending on whether you’re a current student or new incoming student. Reach out to an admissions representative for more information.
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Surgical Technologist
- On-campus and online classes
- Field experience
- Self-directed assessments (optional)
With our CAAHEP-accredited6 Surgical Technologist Associate’s degree, you’ll learn to prepare operating rooms, assist surgeons during surgery, how to sterilize tools and provide compassionate patient care in as few as 21 months.3
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Hennepin/Anoka

Address: 5555 96th Avenue N
Brooklyn Park, Minnesota 55443

Phone: 763-795-4720
Fax: 763-795-4721

Hours: M–TH: 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.; F: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.; SA: Closed; SU: Closed

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"We are committed to student and community success through building a vibrant and engaging student body."

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Campus Executive Director

Take a Virtual Hennepin/Anoka Campus Tour

As the largest campus footprint in the Twin Cities Metropolitan area, it offers high-tech facilities, including nursing and health sciences programs labs. The large classrooms, new computers, a lounge and quiet commons spaces allow students to collaborate with their peers. The new campus location also offers plenty of parking for drivers coming from throughout the metro.

Our Hennepin/Anoka campus also prioritizes supporting the local community by volunteering at organizations like:

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Accreditation

Higher Learning Commission

Rasmussen University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Additional accreditation details

Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES)

The Medical Assisting Diploma program at the Hennepin/Anoka campus in Minnesota is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES).

Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools
6116 Executive Blvd., Suite 730
North Bethesda, MD 20852
301-291-7550

More information about the ABHES

Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)

The practical nursing program at Rasmussen University at the Eagan campus (with an off-campus instructional site in Hennepin/Anoka) located in Eagan, Minnesota, is accredited by the:

Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400
Atlanta, GA 30326
404-975-5000

The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the practical nursing program is Continuing Accreditation.

View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program at https://www.acenursing.org/search-programs

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Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)

Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). The Surgical Technologist AAS Program at the Hennepin/Anoka, Minnesota campus is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP.org) on the recommendation of the Accreditation Review Council on Education in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (ARC/STSA).

Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
9355 113th Street N, Suite 7709
Seminole, FL 33775
727-210-2350
www.caahep.org

More information about the CAAHEP

Commission on Accreditation on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)

Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) Graduation from a physical therapist assistant education program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), 3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100, Alexandria, VA 22305-3085; phone; 703-706-3245; [email protected] is necessary for eligibility to sit for the licensure examination, which is required in all states.

The Physical Therapist Assistant Program at Rasmussen University – Hennepin/Anoka is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), 3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100, Alexandria, Virginia 22305-3085; telephone: 703-706-3245; email: [email protected]; website: http://www.capteonline.org. If needing to contact the program/institution directly, please call 833-606-1911 or email [email protected].

Student Learning Outcomes
View Physical Therapist Assistant Program Outcomes >

Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)
3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100
Alexandria, VA 22305-3085
[email protected]
703-706-3245

More information about the CAPTE

Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Master of Science in Nursing degree programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.

Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
655 K Street, NW, Suite 750
Washington, DC 20001
202-887-6791

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I get food nearby?
The Rasmussen University (Brooklyn Park) Hennepin/Anoka campus has many options if you’re looking for a study spot or some caffeine:
- Daily Dose Cafe and Espresso: Local café with breakfast and lunch options with plenty of seating
- Starbucks^®, Caribou Coffee^®, Panera Bread^®
Hungry after studying so much? Grab some grub to power the rest of your day at any of these nearby restaurants:
- Sweet Taste of Italy: Home-style pasta and pizzas
- Lemongrass Thai Cuisine: A variety of Thai dishes and sushi
- Raising Cane’s^®, Pancheros Mexican Grill^®, Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers^®, Jimmy John’s^®
Are there any fun places to visit located near the campus?
If you’re in need of a study break, then take one. Check out these fun, nearby locales:
- Brooklyn Park Activity Center: Skate rink, ice skating and other activities
- Bunker Hills Regional Park: 1,600-acre park with a seasonal outdoor water park, sports facilities and picnic sites
- Lilli Putt: Long-running mini putt course, especially fun for families
Is it Rasmussen College or Rasmussen University?

In 2020, Rasmussen College became Rasmussen University to address the shifts we’ve made as an institution to provide innovative programs and workforce-ready education to help our students and graduates navigate a rapidly changing market. Our name changed, but our institution mission remains the same.

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The Medical Assisting Diploma program at the Aurora/Naperville (with an ABHES approved separate education center in Mokena/Tinley Park), Rockford, and Romeoville/Joliet campuses in Illinois; the Fort Myers, Ocala, Central Pasco, and Tampa/Brandon campuses in Florida; the Green Bay campus in Wisconsin; and the Bloomington, Eagan, Hennepin/Anoka and Mankato campuses in Minnesota are accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education School (ABHES).
ABHES^® is a registered trademark of Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools
Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES)
6116 Executive Blvd., Suite 730
North Bethesda, MD 20852
301-291-7550
Additional accreditation details >
Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)
Graduation from a physical therapist assistant education program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), 3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100, Alexandria, VA 22305-3085; phone; 703-706-3245; [email protected] is necessary for eligibility to sit for the licensure examination, which is required in all states.
The Physical Therapist Assistant Program at Rasmussen University – Hennepin/Anoka is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), 3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100, Alexandria, Virginia 22305-3085; telephone: 703-706-3245; email: [email protected]; website: https://www.capteonline.org. If needing to contact the program/institution directly, please call 833-606-1911 or email [email protected].
The Physical Therapist Assistant Program at Rasmussen University – Ocala is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), 3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100, Alexandria, Virginia 22305-3085; telephone: 703-706-3245; email: [email protected]; website: https://www.capteonline.org. If needing to contact the program/institution directly, please call 833-606-1911 or email [email protected].
Student Learning Outcomes
View Physical Therapist Assistant Program Outcomes >
Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)
3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100
Alexandria, VA 22305-3085
[email protected]
703-706-3245

CAPTE is a registered trademark of the American Physical Therapy Association.
Completion time is dependent on transfer credits accepted and the number of courses completed each term.
NCLEX-PN is a registered trademark of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing, Inc.
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at Rasmussen University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), 655 K Street, NW Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791.
The Surgical Technologist AAS Program at the Hennepin/Anoka, Minnesota, campus, the Central Pasco, Florida, campus, and the Rockford and Romeoville/Joliet, Illinois, campuses is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP.org) on the recommendation of the Accreditation Review Council on Education in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (ARC/STSA).
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
9355 113th Street N, Suite 7709
Seminole, FL 33775
727-210-2350
www.caahep.org
The application fee for each qualified student’s first exam attempt is included in the total program costs. Should you need to take the exam more than once to receive a passing score, you will be responsible for all subsequent exam application fees. Contact an admissions representative to determine the best exam option for you.
Graduates of our programmatically-accredited programs can sit for the CMA or RMA exam. Visit the accreditation page for full details regarding programmatic accreditation.
Select campuses have limited seats per start date that may result in qualified candidates not being selected for admission or being offered a position on a waitlist. Additional admissions requirements apply, please see the course catalog for details.

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