Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Glendive, Montana |
| Online | dawson.edu |
| School Type | Public 2 Year |
| Setting | Remote Town |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad |
Dawson Community College is located in Glendive, Montana, a small agricultural community in the eastern part of the state near the North Dakota border. The rural campus sits on a bluff overlooking the Yellowstone River Valley, occupying 117 acres with modern academic buildings and student housing facilities. As a two-year public institution, Dawson offers associate degrees and certificates with focused programs in agriculture, business, criminal justice, and early childhood education. The college maintains residence halls that house approximately one-third of its full-time students and participates in NJCAA athletics, with its Buccaneers teams competing in men's baseball, women's volleyball, and basketball.
Annual Cost to Attend
In District Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $270 |
| Other Fees | $1,845 |
| Room and Board | $8,400 |
| Other Expenses Budget | $4,400 |
| Total One Year Cost | $19,400 |
Montana Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $270 |
| Other Fees | $1,845 |
| Room and Board | $8,400 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,400 |
| Total One Year Cost | $19,505 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 67% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 10% |
| Agriculture | 8% |
| Education | 5% |
| Business | 3% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=180151 IPEDS survey data for Dawson Community College.
Current students may use the Dawson Community College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025