Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College
About Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College is run jointly by the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa and the state of Minnesota, and it teaches Ojibwe language and culture alongside nursing and criminal justice. It keeps dormitories.
Founded
1987
Location
Cloquet, Minnesota
Students
557
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
25.7%
Below national average
Tuition
$6,006
Per year
Avg Net Price
$12,677
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$45,665
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
25.7% complete their degree within three years
Retention
43.8%
Transfer Out
23%
Teaching Quality
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
32.9%
$/Student
$8.0K
Class Size
Medium
The 25.7% 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
$6,006
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$9,546
Books & Supplies
$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance
$19,659
After Financial Aid
$12,677
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$9,779
Receive Grants
16.2%
Take Loans
10.9%
The total cost of attendance runs about $19,659/yr, including $9,546 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $12,677.
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 Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College fund their education.
While in School
16.2%
Get Grants
Free money
10.9%
Take Loans
Must repay
$19,214
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$14,181
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$150/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $14,181, 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 Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College.
Gender
65.5%
Female
35%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
557
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
39.9%
First-Gen
26 yrs
Avg Age
15.2%
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. 39.9% 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
Town: Fringe
Campus Quick Facts
557
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
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Fond du Lac Tribal and Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$45,665
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$30K
72 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$51K
24 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$57K
11 grads
1yr Earnings
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services
—
8 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
—
7 grads
Human Services, General
$44K
5 grads
4yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $37K six years out, growing to $46K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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