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Fort Peck Community College
Poplar, Montana · Public community college · Training programs available:
Also listed as: Fort Peck Community College in Poplar also appears in the CDL training-provider registry listing. Separate records usually reflect separate registrations, not separate schools.
Address: 605 Indian Street, Poplar, MT 59255 · Phone: (406) 768-6300 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Fort Peck Community College is a public trade school in Poplar, Montana offering welding and auto mechanic programs, accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
Fort Peck Community College has a 16.7% completion rate, below the Montana state average of 52.3%, and median graduate earnings of $14,747 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Federal financial aid can be used here, and about 19.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $43,720 | $55,610 | $63,520 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $38,170 | $58,740 | $72,270 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Montana (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 | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | 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
Fort Peck Community College is a public trade and career school located in Poplar, Montana. It is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities and participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning students may use FAFSA and Pell Grants to help pay for their education. The campus is best known for its welding programs, with three welding-related credentials awarded, along with one program in auto mechanics.
According to federal data, the completion rate at this campus is 16.7%, which is below the Montana state average of 52.3%. Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $14,747. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 19.9% of students at this campus receive Pell Grants, indicating a portion of the student body has demonstrated financial need.
This campus, situated in a remote rural locale with total undergraduate enrollment of 282, offers a small number of trade programs concentrated in welding and auto mechanics. Given the limited program count and rural setting, it may suit students seeking short, hands-on trade credentials close to home rather than a broad range of degree options. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities and review detailed outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Fort Peck Community College offers welding programs (3 credentials) and one auto mechanic program, according to the listing data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, with a current status of Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 16.7%, which is below the Montana state average of 52.3%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (406) 768-6300 or check the College Scorecard for details.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $14,747.
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 directly for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Fort Peck Community College is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition and eligibility for state and federal support compared to for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the listing data; contact the school at (406) 768-6300 or visit fpcc.edu to confirm.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?180212.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not directly address career-changer fit, but the small program count and rural, focused offerings in welding and auto mechanics suggest a hands-on trade training environment; contact the school to discuss your specific goals.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Fort Peck Community College at (406) 768-6300 or through its website, https://www.fpcc.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included in this listing; use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?180212 to compare completion rates 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.