Is Dakota County Technical College worth it?
Dakota County Technical College is a public, two-year institution in Rosemount, Minnesota (rural area). It awarded 830 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in nursing assistant patient care assistant, automobile mechanics technology and lineworker.
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Federal context for Dakota County Technical College
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Median earnings 1 year after
$45,905
Median earnings 4 years after
$59,518
Median earnings 10 years after
$51,938
Average net price
$13,548
Completion rate
58%
Completions (2024)
830
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
2,168
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate | $51,116 | $60,744 | 76 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Associate | $53,566 | $82,544 | 67 |
| Precision Metal Working | Undergraduate certificate | $50,464 | $59,643 | 57 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Undergraduate certificate | $48,973 | $52,977 | 54 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Undergraduate certificate | $63,839 | $89,494 | 36 |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians | Associate | $36,866 | N/A | 29 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management | Associate | $49,173 | $61,512 | 26 |
| Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies/Technicians | Associate | $67,618 | $89,205 | 26 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Associate | $45,143 | $53,631 | 26 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Undergraduate certificate | $45,670 | $54,981 | 24 |
| Accounting and Related Services | Associate | $37,289 | $46,455 | 22 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate | $45,418 | $53,196 | 20 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Undergraduate certificate | $52,079 | $65,334 | 18 |
| Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians | Associate | $69,044 | $88,817 | 17 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Undergraduate certificate | $40,180 | $41,355 | 17 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide | Certificate under 12 weeks | 65 |
| Welding Technology/Welder | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 51 |
| Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | Associate | 47 |
| Electrician | Associate | 46 |
| Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 41 |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant | Associate | 40 |
| Lineworker | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 36 |
| Dental Assisting/Assistant | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 29 |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | Associate | 22 |
| Medium/Heavy Vehicle and Truck Technology/Technician | Associate | 22 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 27% | 2,360 |
| Retail Trade | 11% | 945 |
| Manufacturing | 10% | 902 |
| Construction | 9% | 767 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 6% | 502 |
| Wholesale Trade | 6% | 499 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 5% | 461 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 4% | 369 |
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Sources: federal figures for Dakota County Technical College. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Minnesota. Counts under 10 are not published.
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