Turtle Mountain College
About Turtle Mountain College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Turtle Mountain College is run by the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians in Belcourt, North Dakota, a few miles from the Canadian border. Teacher education and business are its largest programs, and it admits every qualified applicant.
Founded
1972
Location
Belcourt, North Dakota
Students
575
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
43.4%
Below national average
Tuition
$2,794
Per year
Avg Net Price
$3,428
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$32,079
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
43.4% complete their degree within six years
Retention
Not reported
4-Year Grad
9%
6-Year Grad
27%
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
71.4%
$/Student
$9.4K
Class Size
Medium
The 9% 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
$2,794
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$400
Total Cost of Attendance
$13,655
After Financial Aid
$3,428
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$3,067
Receive Grants
58.3%
Take Loans
0%
Tuition is $2,794/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $3,428.
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 Turtle Mountain College fund their education.
While in School
58.3%
Get Grants
Free money
0%
Take Loans
Must repay
$5,804
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 Turtle Mountain College.
Gender
60.6%
Female
39%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
543
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
32
Graduates
34.7%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
40.8%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 61% of the student body. 34.7% 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
543
Students
private
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
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Turtle Mountain College fields 2 varsity teams with 30 student athletes, about 6% of the student body.
Division
Independent
Not affiliated with an association
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
2
Biggest: Basketball
Student Athletes
30
6% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
63% / 37%
19
Men
11
Women
2
Men's Teams
2
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Turtle Mountain Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$32,079
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 3Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
—
10 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
4 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
—
1 grads
Median earnings are $32K 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.