Dawson Community College
About Dawson Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Dawson Community College teaches in Glendive, on the Yellowstone River in eastern Montana, and keeps dormitories. Precision metalworking and social health services are among its largest programs.
Founded
1939
Location
Glendive, Montana
Students
189
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
45.1%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,010
Out-of-state: $9,810
Avg Net Price
$9,931
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$41,951
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
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
45.1% complete their degree within three years
Retention
54.5%
Transfer Out
27%
Teaching Quality
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
75%
$/Student
$5.9K
Class Size
Medium
45.1% 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
$5,010
In-State
$9,810
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$8,600
Books & Supplies
$270
Total Cost of Attendance
$16,105
After Financial Aid
$9,931
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$8,162
Receive Grants
23.9%
Take Loans
17.7%
The total cost of attendance runs about $16,105/yr, including $8,600 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $9,931.
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 Dawson Community College fund their education.
While in School
23.9%
Get Grants
Free money
17.7%
Take Loans
Must repay
$37,109
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$9,450
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$100/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $9,450, 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 Dawson Community College.
Gender
52.4%
Female
48%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
189
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
35.4%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
6.4%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (52% women, 48% men). 35.4% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 7.9% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
189
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
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Dawson Community College fields 6 varsity teams with 176 student athletes, about 93% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
6
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
176
93% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
47% / 53%
82
Men
94
Women
4
Men's Teams
5
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Dawson Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$41,951
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$26K
66 grads
1yr Earnings
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions
—
10 grads
Precision Metal Working
—
7 grads
Agricultural and Domestic Animal Services
—
2 grads
Criminal Justice and Corrections
—
2 grads
Business/Commerce, General
—
2 grads
Graduates earn about $37K six years out, growing to $42K 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.