C+
Above Average
Score: 54/100
Overall (traditional)
C+
Outcome Rating
60/100 · earnings-weighted

Dakota College at Bottineau

2-Year Public
📍 Bottineau, North Dakota 58318
Outcomes
C+
60/100
Affordability
C+
59/100
Resources
B
70/100
Experience
C
54/100
Prestige
F
26/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

1,180
Total Enrollment
53%
Graduation Rate
70%
Retention Rate
9.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$10,242
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Dakota College at Bottineau ▼

38% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$253,914
Avg Monthly Rent
$801
1-Year Change
+8.5%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Dakota College at Bottineau, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$40,576
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$32,758
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$10,507
Median debt at graduation
48%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
12.9%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 26% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 60th percentile among associate-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (ND wage index 0.93). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Dakota College at Bottineau

Median pay of associate's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$71,421$72,593-10%#811 of 962#799$18,442
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities—$47,735+8%#183 of 947#158$9,840

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Dakota College at Bottineau Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $253,914
  • Avg rent near campus: $801/mo — vs ~$369/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 58318 (2.5% cap, Bottineau)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $4,530 $6,796
Room $3,320
Board $5,650
Total Cost (On-Campus) $18,867 $21,133

Financial Aid

82%
Receive Any Aid
21%
Receive Pell Grants
45%
Take Out Loans
$10,242
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$9,245
$30,001 - $48,000$8,062
$48,001 - $75,000$14,175
$75,001 - $110,000$13,745
$110,001+$15,796

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 92 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 28 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 26 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 8 grads/yr Small Business Administration/Management 7 grads/yr Urban Forestry 6 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 4 grads/yr Medical/Clinical Assistant 4 grads/yr Photography 3 grads/yr Agricultural Business and Management, General 3 grads/yr Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General 2 grads/yr Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder 2 grads/yr Teacher Assistant/Aide 2 grads/yr Applied Horticulture/Horticulture Operations, General 1 grads/yr Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 1 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other 1 grads/yr Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician 1 grads/yr General Studies 1 grads/yr Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Facilities Management, General 1 grads/yr Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General 1 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Dakota College at Bottineau's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses
$62k/yr 651,400 jobs
Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
$106k/yr 289,600 jobs
Paramedics
$58k/yr 101,900 jobs
Emergency medical technicians
$41k/yr 181,000 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs

Student Demographics

1,180
Total Students
62%
Women
32%
Traditional Age (18-24)
38%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 76%
Hispanic 4%
Black 3%
Asian 1%
Two or More 6%
Non-Resident 5%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 38%
Off-Campus (Renters) 38%
With Family 24%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~447 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 20%
Hybrid (Some Online) 19%
Fully Online 61%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 32%
25-64 (Adult) 20%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Dakota College at Bottineau?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Dakota College at Bottineau?
Tuition at Dakota College at Bottineau is $4,530 for in-state students and $6,796 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $10,242.
What is the graduation rate at Dakota College at Bottineau?
The graduation rate at Dakota College at Bottineau is 53%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Dakota College at Bottineau a good school?
Dakota College at Bottineau has a Repit College Score of 54/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Dakota College at Bottineau?
Dakota College at Bottineau has a total enrollment of 1,180 students.
Is there rental demand near Dakota College at Bottineau?
Yes! Approximately 38% of students at Dakota College at Bottineau live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 447 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Bottineau area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology