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Dakota College at Bottineau
Bottineau, North Dakota · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 105 Simrall Blvd, Bottineau, ND 58318 · Phone: (701) 228-2277 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Dakota College at Bottineau is a public trade school in Bottineau, ND offering LPN/LVN, EMT, and medical billing & coding programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Dakota College at Bottineau has a 48.0% completion rate, below the state average of 63.5%, with median graduate debt of $10,507 and median earnings of $40,576 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Dakota College at Bottineau; federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and 12.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $50,950 | $62,300 | $65,020 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $31,890 | $39,670 | $50,870 |
| Medical records specialists | $39,580 | $46,280 | $60,860 |
| Medical assistants | $37,650 | $45,980 | $54,620 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $60,600 | $67,790 | $80,970 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in North Dakota (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 41 | not reported | not reported | $10,500 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Dakota College at Bottineau is a public trade and career campus in Bottineau, North Dakota, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with additional program-level accreditation from the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation and the National League for Nursing's Commission for Nurse Education Accreditation. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. The campus awards the most credentials in LPN/LVN programs, with smaller numbers in EMT & paramedic training and medical billing & coding.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 48.0%, below the state average of 63.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $10,507, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $40,576. About 12.9% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
Given its concentration in LPN/LVN, EMT, and medical billing/coding programs, this campus may suit students seeking shorter, health-focused career pathways rather than multi-year associate degrees, though program length details are not stated here. Prospective students, including adult career changers, should verify current program offerings, licensing requirements, and accreditation status directly with the school or through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Dakota College at Bottineau offers 7 program families including LPN/LVN programs, EMT & paramedic training, medical billing & coding, medical assistant programs, and radiology tech programs. The largest is LPN/LVN with 41 completers.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with additional programmatic accreditation from the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation and the National League for Nursing's Commission for Nurse Education Accreditation.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 48.0%, which is below the North Dakota state average of 63.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $10,507, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $40,576, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (701) 228-2277 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition for state residents and eligibility for state-supported financial aid programs.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the available data; contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can check accreditation status and detailed outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?200314.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers health-focused programs like LPN/LVN and EMT training that are commonly pursued by career changers, though specific program length and schedule details are not reported here; contact the school to discuss fit.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements vary by program (e.g., LPN licensure, EMT certification) and are not detailed in this data; contact the school for specific requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Dakota College at Bottineau at (701) 228-2277 or through its website, https://www.dakotacollege.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data for nearby schools is not included here; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across institutions.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.