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Turtle Mountain Community College

Belcourt, North Dakota · Private (nonprofit)

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N/ACampus
B+Academics
C-Admissions
B-Student Life
B+Overall

About

Turtle Mountain Community College is located in Belcourt, North Dakota. It is a private (nonprofit) institution. The university enrolls approximately 613 students.

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Tribal college

Cost and aid

Cost breakdown

In-state tuition$2,626
Out-of-state tuition$2,626
Avg aid package$9,749
Students receiving aid58%
Pell grant recipients58%

Turtle Mountain Community College offers affordable education with an average net cost of $5,730 per year. In-district, in-state, and out-of-state tuition are all the same at $2,040 for undergraduates and $3,600 for graduates, plus fees. Financial aid is widely available, with 100% of students receiving some form of assistance to help manage costs.

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Admissions

Application info

Student–faculty ratio12:1
Test optionalYes
Application fee$25

Turtle Mountain Community College has an open admissions policy, making it accessible to a wide range of students. The college encourages prospective students to submit their applications and visit the campus. Information about programs, admissions, and student life is readily available to help applicants make informed decisions.

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Academics

Graduation rate46%
Retention rate100%
Student–faculty ratio12:1
Full-time faculty71%

Turtle Mountain Community College provides a culturally immersive experience, especially for Native American students. The college integrates Indigenous teachings into its curriculum, fostering a strong sense of identity and community pride. With a student-faculty ratio of 10:1, students benefit from personalized attention and smaller class sizes.

Outcomes

Median earnings (10 yrs)$32,079
Avg starting salary$13,603
Job placement rate91%
Earn more than HS grad51%

Turtle Mountain Community College focuses on preparing students for careers with practical curriculum. 91% of graduates are employed one year after graduation. The college offers programs in vocational training, early childhood education, and elementary education bachelor's degrees, which can be completed without transferring.

Student life

Demographics

Small School
613Student size

Compared to 5,382 national average

More femaleGender ratio
Female 63%Male 37%
2% WhiteRacial diversity
White 2%Hispanic 0%Other 97%
Campus housingYes

Turtle Mountain Community College is known for its welcoming and calm community where students feel respected. The college emphasizes inclusivity and creates a family-like environment, especially for Native American students. Clubs and activities foster connection, and the college supports personal growth alongside academics.

Student reviews

Campus and vibes

Student

Turtle Mountain College allows us enrolled members as federally recognized tribe to continue our education so we are able to get better paying jobs and giving our community more job opportunities by having the knowledge and skills that any job requires.

Student

I have been doing certificate classes here. I made some great friends and had some nice people to help me with whatever paperwork I needed done to continue going to school.

About Turtle Mountain Community College

Turtle Mountain Community College prioritizes campus safety with security measures and emergency systems. The Safety Compliance Officer works closely with local law enforcement agencies. The college uses the Blackboard Connect Campus Alert System for timely warnings and emergency notifications.

Endowment$2,417,278
Avg faculty salary$90,900

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