Dakota County Technical College

City/population: Rosemount / 20,917

Tuition and fees (2009-2010): $5,084

FAFSA code: 010402

Enrollment:
Total number students served: 4,690
Full-time students: 45.9%
Part-time students: 54.1%
Percent female: 46.5%
Percent male: 53.5%
Percent students of color: 14.1%

Degrees offered: Associate in Science, Associate in Applied Science, diplomas, certificates

Largest programs: Automotive technician, electrical lineworker, graphic design, interior design, practical nursing

Unique programs: Nanoscience technology, railroad conductor, biomedical equipment technology, General Motors Automotive Service Educational Program, wood finishing, concrete masonry

Intercollegiate sports:Men’s baseball, soccer; women’s soccer, softball

Student activities: More than 20 organizations, including student government, Multicultural Student Leadership Association, Horticulture Club, SkillsUSA, service learning, Student Ambassadors

Housing: The college has no on-campus housing. A list that includes area apartments, apartment locator firms and community housing projects is available through the college’s Student Services.

Highlights

• Consistently places graduates in their chosen career field within six months of graduation.
• Small class sizes with readily available advising and assistance from faculty and staff.
• Short-term programs can be completed in as little as eight weeks.
• Class times and delivery formats designed for student convenience.
• More than 100 classes online or in hybrid format (combining online and classroom learning).
• Degrees entirely online in supervisory management, business and marketing; numerous degrees and certificates in hybrid format.
• Convenient south metro location; recently renovated classrooms, labs and lounge area; an on-campus café; expanded computer labs; wireless Internet access; academic support offices; ample parking; and quick access to Minneapolis and St. Paul.
• Credits transferable to many public and private four-year colleges and universities.
• Business and industry relationships provide up-to-date, relevant curricula and the opportunity for hands-on experiences.
• An Apple Valley location just off of Cedar Avenue allows students to seamlessly transfer to earn a bachelor’s or master’s degree through partnerships with Inver Hills Community College and St. Mary’s University.
• Customized, short-term training is offered in areas such as law enforcement, business, manufacturing, information technology, truck driving and transportation. Visit www.customizedtraining.com.