Special Learning Opportunity
The following table compares the special learning opportunities between selected colleges including distance learning opportunities, ROTC program, Study abroad, and more special chances of learning. This statistics is based on the latest data from IPEDS, U.S. Department of Education for academic year 2022-2023.
| Name | Online Class | ROTC | Teacher Cert. | Study Abroad | Weekend/ Evening College | Campus Housing* | Meal Plan** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandria Technical & Community College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Dakota County Technical College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| Northland Community and Technical College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| M State - Detroit Lakes Campus | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | |
| M State - Wadena Campus | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | |
| Northland Community and Technical College - East Grand Forks | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
Student Services on Campus
The following table compares the on-campus students services and facilities between selected colleges including Student Counseling, Employment services for current students, Placement service for program completers, On-campus daycare facility, and library information.
| Name | Career Counseling | Employment Service | Placement Service | On Campus Daycare | Library Facilities |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandria Technical & Community College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Dakota County Technical College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Northland Community and Technical College | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| M State - Detroit Lakes Campus | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| M State - Wadena Campus | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Northland Community and Technical College - East Grand Forks | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 6 selected colleges, 3 schools are member of NAA, 1 schools are member of NCAA, and 3 schools are member of NJCAA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandria Technical & Community College | NAA, NJCAA | - | - | - | - |
| Dakota County Technical College | NAA, NCAA, NJCAA | - | Division II Independents | Division II Independents | 5 athletic programs |
| Northland Community and Technical College | NAA, NJCAA | - | - | - | 6 athletic programs |
| M State - Detroit Lakes Campus | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| M State - Wadena Campus | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Northland Community and Technical College - East Grand Forks | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
NJCAA: National Junior College Athletic Association
Additional Characteristics
The following table compares and describes additional facts of selected colleges including religious affiliation, specialized schools, and medical degree offer, and other facts.
| Name | Religious Affiliation | Historical Black School | Tribal School | Has Hospital | Offer Medical Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandria Technical & Community College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Dakota County Technical College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Northland Community and Technical College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| M State - Detroit Lakes Campus | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| M State - Wadena Campus | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Northland Community and Technical College - East Grand Forks | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs