- The College achieves its mission by providing specialized technical programs in agriculture, environmental/natural resource studies, and business as well as through traditional curriculum that transfer to baccalaureate programs. The opportunities for experiential learning in attractive outdoor settings allow the unique educational programs on this campus to be intensified. A commitment to "hands-on" learning and the use of natural resource laboratories are common instructional techniques. The proximity of the campus to the International Peace Garden, J. Clark Salyer National Refuge, Denbigh Experimental Forest, the Turtle Mountains, and the offices of the North Dakota Forest Service provides a natural setting to support unique training programs serving all constituents.
School Highlights
Dakota College at Bottineau serves 1,163 students (30% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is same as the state community college average of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the state average of 70%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 1,163 students
- In-state tuition: $5,046
- Out-state tuition: $7,161
- Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
- Minority enrollment: 94%
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
The teacher population of 99 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Dakota College at Bottineau
(ND) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
99 staff
99 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Dakota College at Bottineau has grown by 15% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 has increased from 10:1 over five years.
The Dakota College at Bottineau diversity score of 0.41 is less than the state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has declined by 19% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,163 students
665 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
# Full-Time Students
351 students
322 students
# Part-Time Students
812 students
343 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
596 students
265 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
351 students
310 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
12 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
812 students
343 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
259 students
259 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
5%
4%
% Hispanic
n/a
1%
% Black
5%
4%
% White
6%
30%
% Hawaiian
76%
51%
% Two or more races
2%
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
% Unknown races
5%
5%
Diversity Score
0.41
0.64
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.2795%
0.5025%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.1538%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$36,700
$38,300
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $5,046 is more than the state average of $4,431. The in-state tuition has grown by 10% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,161 is more than the state average of $7,084. The out-state tuition has grown by 11% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,046
$4,431
Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,161
$7,084
Tuition Notes
There are various out-of-state tuition rates based upon residency. Please visit www.dakotacollege.edu to learn more.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
88%
94%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,754
$10,754
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
SAT Reading
n/a
520
SAT Math
n/a
545
SAT Writing
n/a
470
ACT Composite
n/a
19
ACT English
n/a
18
ACT Math
n/a
20
ACT Writing
n/a
7
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Ice Hockey, Softball, Volleyball
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
10 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
CRU, Honors Program, Horticulture Club, Leaderjacks, LumberActs (Drama), Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, Student Senate, Study Abroad, Wildlife Club
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Intramural Sports
CRU, Honors Program, Horticulture Club, Leaderjacks, LumberActs (Drama), Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, Student Senate, Study Abroad, Wildlife Club
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Intramural Sports
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Dakota College at Bottineau is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). The HLC is one of six regional institutional accreditors in the United States. The Higher Learning Commission accredits degree-granting post-secondary educational institutions in the North Central region, which includes North Dakota. DCB has been accredited since 1971. It received a reaffirmation of accreditation in 2009-2010 and is scheduled for its next reaffirmation in 2019-2020.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Dakota College at Bottineau cost?
Dakota College at Bottineau's tuition is approximately $5,046 for In-State students and $7,161 for Out-State students.
What schools are Dakota College at Bottineau often compared to?
Dakota College at Bottineauis often viewed alongside schools like Bismarck State College by visitors of our site.
What sports does Dakota College at Bottineau offer?
Dakota College at Bottineau offers 5 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Ice Hockey, Softball and Volleyball.
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