Tuition fees, net price and ROI
Dakota County Technical College Tuition Fees, Net Price and ROI Calculator
Focused cost page for Dakota County Technical College covering in-state tuition, out-of-state tuition, net price by income, debt payback by major, financial aid, salary and ROI.
View Full School ProfileIn-state tuition
$6,419
Out-of-state tuition
$6,419
Average net price
$11,140
Last updated August 5, 2026. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard and IPEDS.
Dakota County Technical College Tuition Fees and 4-Year Cost
Use this focused cost summary to compare published tuition with estimated attendance cost and average net price after aid. Final bills can change by residency, housing, aid eligibility, program fees and enrollment level.
Cost per year
$15,792
4-year attendance
$63,168
4-year tuition
$25,676
4-year net price
$44,560
Dakota County Technical College Net Price by Family Income
College Scorecard income-bracket net price data shows how average cost changes after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.
| Family income | Avg net price | Savings vs sticker | Monthly view | Estimator |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $0–$30,000 | $8,305 | $7,487 | $692/mo | |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $8,871 | $6,921 | $739/mo | |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $10,509 | $5,283 | $876/mo | |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $14,102 | $1,690 | $1,175/mo | |
| Over $110,000 | $15,169 | $623 | $1,264/mo |
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Major-level ROI
Dakota County Technical College Debt Payback by Major and Program Salary
Debt payback estimates divide median completer debt by 10% of reported program earnings, then convert the result to months. This gives a directional debt-to-earnings view by program.
| Major / program | Credential | Program salary | Debt payback |
|---|---|---|---|
| Human Resources Management and Services | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $64,411 | ~20 months |
| Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies | Associate's Degree | $56,957 | ~23 months |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $56,135 | ~24 months |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Associate's Degree | $52,869 | ~25 months |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $51,251 | ~26 months |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $49,357 | ~27 months |
| Accounting and Related Services | Associate's Degree | $48,125 | ~27 months |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Associate's Degree | $47,542 | ~28 months |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management | Associate's Degree | $46,413 | ~28 months |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $45,670 | ~29 months |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies | Associate's Degree | $44,355 | ~30 months |
| Food Science and Technology | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $43,326 | ~30 months |
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Dakota County Technical College ROI and Debt Payback Simulator
Your Estimate
- 4-year net cost
- Debt payback using 10% salary
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Dakota County Technical College Aid, Debt and Loan Cost Signals
Pell grant rate
27.13%
Federal loan rate
24.37%
Median completer debt
$11,000
Median monthly payment
$117