Dine College
About Dine College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Dine College in Tsaile, Arizona, was the first tribal college in the United States, founded in 1968 by the Navajo Nation on whose land it sits. It teaches Navajo language and culture alongside public health, psychology and business, and admits every qualified applicant.
Founded
1968
Location
Tsaile, Arizona
Students
1,386
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
12.6%
Below national average
Tuition
$1,410
Per year
Avg Net Price
$6,057
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$29,188
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
Below Average
12.6% complete their degree within six years
Retention
Not reported
4-Year Grad
12.6%
6-Year Grad
Not reported
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
20:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$5.6K
Class Size
Large
The 12.6% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$1,410
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$4,940
Books & Supplies
$1,400
Total Cost of Attendance
$11,923
After Financial Aid
$6,057
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$5,332
Receive Grants
43.3%
Take Loans
0%
The total cost of attendance runs about $11,923/yr, including $4,940 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $6,057.
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 Dine College fund their education.
While in School
43.3%
Get Grants
Free money
0%
Take Loans
Must repay
$14,495
Median Family Income
After Graduation
N/A
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
N/A
Monthly Payment
N/A
Default Rate
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Dine College.
Gender
73.5%
Female
27%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,375
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
11
Graduates
43.2%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
51.8%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 74% of the student body. 43.2% 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: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
1,375
Students
public
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Dine College fields 3 varsity teams with 26 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
Other
Association not listed by the survey
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
3
Biggest: Rodeo
Student Athletes
26
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
54% / 46%
14
Men
12
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 Dine Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$29,188
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Public Health
—
14 grads
Bilingual, Multilingual, and Multicultural Education
—
6 grads
Psychology, General
$20K
5 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
4 grads
Biology, General
—
2 grads
Fine and Studio Arts
—
2 grads
Median earnings are $29K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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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.