Dawson Community College

Comprehensive information about programs, admissions, costs, and enrollment

Also known as: DCC; Dawson College; Dawson Junior College

Glendive, MT
(406) 377-3396
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What Are the Key Stats for Dawson Community College?

Annual Tuition & Fees (In-State)

$7,020

Total Enrollment

332

Graduation Rate

45.1%

6-year graduation rate

Program Completions

66

Last reported year

How Dawson Community College Compares

332 students places Dawson Community College on the smaller end of trade-college scale, where more peer schools enroll several hundred to a few thousand. Tuition runs $7,020. Graduation at 45% and retention at 54%. Smaller schools usually mean tighter cohorts and more direct instructor access — particularly valuable in hands-on training.

Where is Dawson Community College?

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What are the Most Popular Programs at Dawson Community College

ASSOCIATE
41 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 24.0102
7 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 48.0508
6 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 48.0508
4 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 51.1501
4 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 52.0101

Verified Program Outcomes

Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Dawson Community College programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("—") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric — they never mean zero.

In the Associate of Science program at Dawson Community College, 28% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 100% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $2,577 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

ProgramCompletion rateEmployed 6 mo after exitEmployed 1 yr after exitMedian quarterly earnings
Associate of Science100%28%40%$2,577

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Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.

Explore Dawson Community College

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Enrollment

Dawson Community College enrolls 332 students. The student body is 53% women, with diverse representation across programs. The college maintains a 54% retention rate, reflecting student satisfaction and academic support.

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Academics

Dawson Community College maintains a 13:1 student-to-faculty ratio, providing exceptional opportunities for personalized instruction and academic support. The college maintains a developing 54% retention rate for full-time students, reflecting student satisfaction and effective academic programs. Students demonstrate high academic engagement with strong commitment to their educational programs.

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Faculty & Staff

Dawson Community College employs 12 instructional staff members dedicated to student success. The 13:1 student-to-faculty ratio provides excellent opportunities for personalized attention and mentoring. With 33.3% of faculty holding tenure, students benefit from experienced educators committed to teaching excellence.

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Programs

Dawson Community College offers programs in 5 different fields of study. The most popular programs include General Studies, Welding Technology/Welder, and Welding Technology/Welder. In 2025, the college awarded 66 degrees and certificates across all programs.

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Financial Aid

Annual tuition and fees at Dawson Community College is $7,020 for in-state students and $9,810 for out-of-state students. After financial aid, the average net price is $10,909. Students can use the net price calculator to estimate their individual costs and potential aid.

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Student Outcomes

Dawson Community College achieves a 19.9% overall completion rate for students who complete their programs. Students typically complete their programs in 4 years, balancing academic rigor with timely graduation. The college supports working students with a 22.4% success rate for this population.

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Institution Details

Sector PUBLIC 2 YEAR
Control PUBLIC
Level AT LEAST 2 BUT LESS THAN 4 YEARS
Degree Granting Yes

Contact Information

Address
300 College Dr
Glendive, MT, 59330
Administrator
Chad Knudson
President

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $7,020
Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $9,810
Average Net Price $10,909

Federal Identifiers

OPE ID: 00252900
EIN: 816000240
IPEDS ID: 180151
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