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Dakota County Technical College
Rosemount, Minnesota · Public technical college
Address: 1300 145th Street East, Rosemount, MN 55068 · Phone: (651) 423-8301 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Dakota County Technical College is a public trade school in Rosemount, Minnesota, offering auto mechanic, welding, and LPN programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and others.
Dakota County Technical College has a 57.7% completion rate, above the state average of 48.2%, with median graduate debt of $11,000 and median earnings of $51,938 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used at Dakota County Technical College, where 27.3% of students receive Pell; annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $38,310 | $58,390 | $73,250 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $45,690 | $60,280 | $65,410 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $51,700 | $63,750 | $71,270 |
| Electricians | $47,480 | $78,160 | $101,410 |
| Electrical power-line installers and repairers | $78,390 | $104,180 | $115,740 |
| Nursing assistants | $38,010 | $46,680 | $49,330 |
| Dental assistants | $46,960 | $65,270 | $74,410 |
| Medical assistants | $40,110 | $50,480 | $58,540 |
| Medical records specialists | $48,120 | $61,530 | $70,070 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $48,220 | $76,350 | $87,190 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Minnesota (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 54 | $40,625 | $38,829 | $5,500 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 45 | $44,355 | $44,858 | $12,000 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 44 | $41,086 | $43,240 | $9,500 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, under 300 hours | 40 | $41,086 | $43,240 | $9,500 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Associate degree | 39 | $47,542 | $47,260 | $12,000 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 34 | $51,251 | $47,494 | $10,156 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 20 | not reported | $36,560 | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 20 | not reported | $36,668 | $6,500 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 16 | not reported | $41,025 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 16 | $44,355 | $44,858 | $12,000 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 15 | $40,099 | $34,259 | $6,500 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 11 | not reported | $26,933 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 10 | $32,524 | $33,192 | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | $49,357 | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 9 | not reported | $41,025 | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Associate degree | 8 | $47,542 | $47,260 | $12,000 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 6 | $44,355 | $44,858 | $12,000 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 2–4 years | 5 | not reported | $41,025 | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 2–4 years | 4 | $51,251 | $47,494 | $10,156 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 2–4 years | 2 | not reported | $41,025 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | $41,025 | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Associate degree | 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 County Technical College is a public trade and career campus in Rosemount, Minnesota. The school is accredited, with accreditors including the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, the Higher Learning Commission, and the National League for Nursing Commission for Nurse Education Accreditation. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. Across 23 program families, the campus awards the most completions in auto mechanic schools (101), welding schools (54), and LPN/LVN programs (44).
Of 2,168 undergraduates, 417 completed a trade program in the reporting year. The completion rate is 57.7%, above the state average of 48.2%. Graduates carry a median debt of $11,000, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $51,938. About 27.3% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus fits students pursuing shorter, hands-on trade credentials in fields like automotive repair, welding, and practical nursing, as well as those in dental and medical assisting or electrical and HVAC trades. The mix of program families suggests options for both recent high school graduates and adult career changers, though specific program lengths and schedule formats are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and detailed outcomes directly through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard and by contacting the school.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Dakota County Technical College offers 23 program families, with the most completions in auto mechanic schools, welding schools, and LPN/LVN programs. Other program families include electrician, lineman, CNA, dental assistant, medical assistant, medical billing and coding, and HVAC schools.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited. Accreditors include the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, the Higher Learning Commission, and the National League for Nursing 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 students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants. About 27.3% of students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 57.7%, compared to a state average of 48.2%, placing this campus above the state average.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $11,000, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $51,938, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
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 (651) 423-8301 or visit https://www.dctc.edu/ 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 published tuition for state residents and eligibility for state funding, though specific costs are not reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly to confirm schedules for specific programs.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can review official federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?173416, and confirm accreditation status directly with the listed accreditors.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers a range of hands-on trade and healthcare-related programs, such as welding, automotive repair, and LPN training, though specific adult-learner accommodations are not reported for this campus in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements vary by program, such as LPN licensure for nursing graduates; specific certification details are not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school for program-specific requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Dakota County Technical College at (651) 423-8301 or through its website, https://www.dctc.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; consult the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?173416 to compare outcomes across schools.
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.