Program Costs*
General Education Courses
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| Awards | Credits | Delivery ( COVID delivery changes) |
|---|---|---|
| General Education - A.S. Degree Requirements | 30 cr. | On Campus | 100% Online |
| General Education - A.A.S. Degree Requirements | 15 cr. | On Campus | 100% Online |
| General Education - Diploma Requirements | 9 cr. | On Campus | 100% Online |
| Program Datasheet: Download the General Education Datasheet | ||
Dakota County Technical College incorporates General Education into its curriculum because it firmly believes that higher education involves breadth as well as depth of study and because General Education also achieves an important goal of the college's mission. The mission of Dakota County Technical College is to provide collegiate-level education for employment that will empower individuals to enhance their opportunities for career advancement and success in a global economy.
General Education is a requirement of all programs of 45 or more semester credits in length and is an integral part of the formal technical or professional preparation of students. This "general" education provides the kind of intellectual concepts and common knowledge that is expected of an educated person.
| General Education A.S. Degree • 30 credits |
General Education A.A.S. Degree • 15 credits |
General Education Diploma • 9 credits |
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|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $168.93/cr. | $168.93/cr. | $168.93/cr. |
| Fees | $21.45/cr. | $21.45/cr. | $21.45/cr. |
| Grand Total | $5,711.40 | $2,855.70 | $1,713.42 |
Each year, Dakota County Technical College and the DCTC Foundation make more than $200,000 in scholarships available to our students. Students are encouraged to create an account and apply for scholarships online.
Students looking for ways to help finance their college education can find part-time jobs on campus with various DCTC departments and programs. Deliver your completed Work-Study Application to the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid and search for openings at College Central Network Services. For more information, you can review Work Study Procedure.
Step 1: Apply now for financial aid. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
DCTC's Federal School Code: 010402
Step 2: After receiving an official award letter from DCTC, you may apply online for a Federal Stafford Student Loan. Visit the Loans page for more information.
Work enviroment will differ based on the program the student chooses.
Employment outlook is not available for this program outcome.
Completion of the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC) may require additional courses beyond those required for the A.S., A.A.S., or diploma. If the intent is to transfer to another college, it is advisable to contact the transfer college for course selection recommendations and transfer admission process information. If a transfer college has not yet been identified, then use the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum courses as a guide for course selection.
Successful completion of at least 40 credits within the accepted 10 goal areas as outlined below constitutes completion of the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum at DCTC. The goal area completion requirement is listed in italicized text after the description of each goal area. Notation of MnTC completion can be added to a student’s transcript upon request after completion.
Articulation Agreements are formal agreements between two or more colleges and/or universities to accept credits in transfer toward a specific academic program. DCTC has articulation agreements in place with a number of public and private colleges and universities.
MN Transfer.org is your official guide to a seamless transfer experience in Minnesota Higher Education. Use this resource to find agreements that DCTC has entered with other Minnesota State institutions.
Do you want to see how your courses transfer to programs at participating colleges and universities? Add the coursework you've taken and use Transferology to find out how it might transfer to any of the participating schools in the Transferology network. Get an account and create a plan now!
Whether you're a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces or an international student or transferring from high school or a four-year university, DCTC will help you through the process. Visit our Transfer Students page for more information.
There are many opportunities for students to get involved on campus. Check out the great extracurricular options on our Clubs & Organizations page.
