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Turtle Mountain Community College
Belcourt, North Dakota · Private non-profit college · Training programs available:
Address: 10145 Bia #7, Belcourt, ND 58316 · Phone: (701) 477-7862 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Turtle Mountain Community College is a private non-profit trade school in Belcourt, ND offering CDL/truck driving, welding, and HVAC programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $32,079, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard; completion rate and graduate debt are not reported for this campus.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Turtle Mountain Community College; contact the school for current tuition. The school accepts federal financial aid, and about 58.3% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers | $47,990 | $60,910 | $67,110 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $46,660 | $62,000 | $72,560 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $46,610 | $74,490 | $78,920 |
| Medical assistants | $37,650 | $45,980 | $54,620 |
| Phlebotomists | $33,840 | $47,430 | $53,730 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 27 | not reported | $28,212 | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | 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
Turtle Mountain Community College is a private non-profit trade and career campus located in Belcourt, ND, in a remote rural setting. The school is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and participates in federal Title IV financial aid, meaning students can use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants, to help pay for enrollment. Its trade-focused offerings span five program families, with the most-awarded programs being CDL / truck driving schools (27 completers), welding schools (5), and HVAC schools (5).
Federal data shows the state average completion rate for North Dakota is 63.5%, but this campus's own completion rate and its comparison to that state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt for graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $32,079. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 58.3% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
With a mix of short-term trade credentials (CDL, welding, HVAC) alongside broader coursework, this campus may suit students seeking quicker entry into skilled trades, though whether these programs fit adult career-changers specifically is not detailed in the data provided. Anyone considering enrollment should verify current accreditation status directly with the Higher Learning Commission and review the school's outcomes on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before applying.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Turtle Mountain Community College offers programs in five families: CDL / truck driving schools, welding schools, HVAC schools, medical assistant programs, and phlebotomy classes. The most-awarded are CDL / truck driving (27 completers), welding (5), and HVAC (5).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
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-based aid, including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The campus's specific completion rate and its comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. The North Dakota state average completion rate is 63.5%. Contact the school or check the College Scorecard for more detail.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly or review the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $32,079, 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) 477-7862 or visit https://www.tm.edu/ for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Turtle Mountain Community College is a private non-profit school. Non-profit status generally means the institution reinvests revenue into educational operations rather than distributing profits to owners.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly to confirm program schedules and durations.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission and review official outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?200527.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program formats or schedules that would confirm fit for adult career-changers; program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements after completing a program are not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (701) 477-7862 for program-specific licensing information.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Turtle Mountain Community College at (701) 477-7862 or through its website, https://www.tm.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby trade schools is not reported for this campus in federal data. Check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?200527 to compare 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.