Dakota County Technical College

City/population: Rosemount/20,207

Tuition and fees (2008-2009): $4,909

FAFSA code: 010402

Enrollment:
Total number students served: 4,582
Full-year equivalent enrollment: 2,203
Percent female: 45.7%
Percent male: 54.3%
Percent students of color: 14.0%

Degrees offered: Associate in Science, Associate in Applied Science, diplomas, certificates

Largest programs: Accounting, automotive technician, dental assistant, electrical construction and maintenance technology, interior design, practical nursing

Unique programs:Nanoscience technology, railroad conductor training, biomedical technician, General Motors Automotive Service Educational Program, wood finishing, concrete and masonry training, industrial distribution

Intercollegiate sports: Women’s soccer, softball; men’s baseball, soccer

Student activities: More than 20 organizations, including student government, multicultural club, marketing club, horticulture club, SkillsUSA and service learning

Housing: The college has no on-campus housing. A list that includes area apartments, apartment locator firms and community housing projects is available through the college’s Student Services.

Highlights

• Consistently places graduates in their chosen career field within six months of graduation.
• Small class sizes with readily available advising and assistance from faculty and staff.
• Class times and delivery formats designed for student convenience.
• More than 100 classes online or in hybrid format (combining online and classroom learning).
• Degrees entirely online in supervisory management, business and marketing; numerous degrees and certificates in hybrid format.
• Convenient south metro location; recently renovated classrooms, labs and lounge area; an on-campus café; expanded computer labs; wireless Internet access; academic support offices; ample parking; and quick access to Minneapolis and St. Paul.
• Credits transferable to many public and private four-year colleges and universities.
• Short-term programs can be completed in as little as eight weeks.
• Business and industry relationships provide up-to-date, relevant curricula and the opportunity for hands-on experiences.
• An Apple Valley location just off of Cedar Avenue allows students to seamlessly transfer to earn a bachelor’s or master’s degree through partnerships with Inver Hills Community College and St. Mary’s University.
• Customized, short-term training in areas such as law enforcement, business, manufacturing, IT, truck driver training and transportation.

Last updated: 10/08