DCTC Academic Snapshot
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $6,679
- Out-of-State Tuition: $6,679
- Both in-state and out-of-state tuition are relatively affordable compared to national averages.
Student Population at DCTC:
- Total Enrollment: 2,894, including 621 online students
- All Undergraduate
- Gender Distribution: 56.7% men, 43.3% women.
- This is a small institution, fostering a close-knit community and individualized attention.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 58%. Moderate graduation rate, typical for many institutions.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 10%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 74%. Good retention, typical for many institutions.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 94 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 20 programs available fully online.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Associate's.
DCTC Overview
Dakota County Technical College (DCTC) is a 2-4 year, public school located in Rosemount, MN. It is classified as urban-serving multi-campus Associate's college by Carnegie Classification
The DCTC's tuition & fees is $6,679 for Minnesota residents and $6,679 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 52% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $5,124.
The school has a total enrollment of 2,894 and the students to faculty ratio is 23 to 1 (4.35%).
Dakota County Technical College is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Dakota County Technical College is $6,679 for in-state students and $6,679 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $6,950 for Minnesota residents and $6,950 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $6,679 | $6,679 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $6,950 | $6,950 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Dakota County Technical College offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for undergraduate programs.
Special Learning Opportunities at DCTC
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | No |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | No |
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| Study Abroad | No |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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