Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002529
- Phone: (406) 447-4300
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
nan%FINANCIAL AID RATE
94%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
14:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
10FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$5,705Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Dawson Community College
1601 N Benton Ave, Helena, MT
Recognized as one of the top 25 two-year public colleges in the United States by the Bankrate.com, Dawson Community College is highly ranked in the following aspects: graduation rate; student retention rate; student-faculty ratio; in-state tuition and fees; percentage of students receiving financial aid; and the average sum of financial aid from different sources.
Dawson Community College is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities and is part of the Montana University System in Eastern Montana. The campus is situated in the hills of Eastern Montana along the Yellow river and the Makoshika State Park.
In its commitment to provide excellent academic programs and lifelong learning experience, this college offers vocational and technical degrees, certificate and transfer programs. At present, Dawson Community College has 28 Associate of Arts and Associate of Science degrees, 13 Associate of Applied Science degrees, 4 Vocational Certificate and 5 Online programs.
Most of the students are enrolled in transfer programs as they aim to pursue a four-year degree in other institutions. Several transfer articulation agreements have been established with four-year colleges and universities including Montana Tech, MSU-Bozeman, MSU-Billings and U of M, Western on selected courses.
For self-motivated students, online courses are available on particular programs. There is also the Adult Basic Education (ABE) Program designed to prepare students for GED test, college education and employment. ABE includes Standard Education Literacy, Workplace Literacy and Family Literacy programs.
A full list of academic programs can be found via the DCCweb portal or by simply requesting information from the school here. Start your journey today and gather the right information to make a decision about your academic future.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give you an idea of the candidates Dawson Community College accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $10,000. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $30 application fee for students applying to the school. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are:
- State Residents: $2,200-$2,600
- Out-of-State: $6,300-$7,560
- Charges per unit:
- State Residents: $72-$86 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $210-$250 per credit unit
Financial Aid Details
The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 94% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 80% | $5,750 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 50% | $4,871 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Dawson Community College may provide services to students like those listed below:
- Distance learning
- Night and weekend classes available
- Remedial courses
- Counseling assistance
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Dawson Community College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Agriculture Operations
Education
Health and Clinical Professions
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- General Studies (A)
Precision Production
- Welding (A)
Security and Protective Services
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002529
- Phone: (406) 447-4300
- School Homepage