Dakota County Technical College Transfer and Admissions Information

Public

2 year
2,662

Full + Part time Students
1:22

Faculty to Student Ratio
15%

Transfer Student Ratio

Dakota County Technical College is focused on outstanding education for employment that emphasizes hands-on learning, serving students with a wide variety of diploma and degree programs. Many graduates enter the workforce right away, while others continue their education by transferring to four-year colleges or universities. DCTC is also a leader in noncredit and customized training, working with businesses to improve the skills of their employees. DCTC serves the local community by enhancing economic prosperity for students, their families, and regional businesses.

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Overview

Full-Time Undergraduate	1,384
Part-Time Undergraduate	1,278
Transfer Students	393
Programs	99 Programs
Courses	782 Courses
Equivalencies	356 outgoing Equivalencies

Financial Information

In-State Tuition	$6,419
Books and Supplies	$1,200

Scholarships and Financial Aid:

https://www.dctc.edu/admissions/pay-for-college/
Tuition and Fees:

https://www.dctc.edu/admissions/pay-for-college/cost-of-attendance/

Transfer Application Requirements

Official Transcripts:

High school transcript, GED or DD form 214 showing date of graduation/completion. Students contact previously-attended institutions to request official transcript(s) to be sent to DCTC for evaluation.
SAT Scores:

The assessment for course placement is used for both math and writing courses: qualifying college credit, high school GPA, standardized test scores (ACT, SAT, MCAs, etc.), guided self-placement, ACCUPLACER scores.
Application Fee:

Students wanting to be admitted to DCTC and use financial aid will begin the process by submitting an application and paying the $20 non-refundable application fee.
Other Requirements:

Some programs have additional Admission requirements.
Apply Here:

https://www.dctc.edu/admissions/

Transfer Credit Policy

Minimum Grade:

Transfer credits need to have a grade of C- or higher to be considered for transfer. MnTC courses with a grade of D or better are eligible for transfer into DCTC.
Credits (Min/Max):

Courses approved for transfer must be required by DCTC in the student's major. Courses must be comparable in nature, content and level while matching at least 75 percent of DCTC course content and goals.