Dakota County Technical College
About Dakota County Technical College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Dakota County Technical College teaches trades and technology south of St Paul, and sends most of its graduates straight into work. Vehicle repair, electrical power transmission and veterinary technology are its largest programs.
Founded
1970
Location
Rosemount, Minnesota
Students
2,168
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
57.7%
Below national average
Tuition
$6,679
Per year
Avg Net Price
$13,548
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$51,938
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
$20
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
57.7% complete their degree within three years
Retention
73.9%
Transfer Out
16%
Teaching Quality
22:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
38.6%
$/Student
$9.2K
Class Size
Large
57.7% of students graduate on time. That's above the national average, but researching academic support resources before you enroll is always a smart move.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$6,679
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance
$18,552
After Financial Aid
$13,548
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$9,549
Receive Grants
27.3%
Take Loans
25.2%
Tuition is $6,679/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $13,548.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Dakota County Technical College fund their education.
While in School
27.3%
Get Grants
Free money
25.2%
Take Loans
Must repay
$39,514
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$11,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$117/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $11,000, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Dakota County Technical College.
Gender
43.2%
Female
57%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,168
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
31.2%
First-Gen
26 yrs
Avg Age
29.5%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 26, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 31.2% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Rural: Fringe
Campus Quick Facts
2,168
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Dakota County Technical College fields 5 varsity teams with 120 student athletes, about 6% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Independent
Plays in no conference
Varsity Sports
5
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
120
6% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
67% / 33%
80
Men
40
Women
3
Men's Teams
3
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Dakota County Technical Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$51,938
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
$51K
67 grads
1yr Earnings
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers
$54K
47 grads
1yr Earnings
Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians
$37K
37 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$45K
36 grads
1yr Earnings
Design and Applied Arts
—
26 grads
Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies/Technicians
$68K
19 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $46K six years out, growing to $52K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.