Chief Dull Knife College Montana

Tribal college in rural Montana offering liberal arts and sciences programs with tuition of $1,960 annually.

College statistics

Address:
1 College Drive
Lame Deer, MT
59043
Sector Group:
Public 2-Year
Official Website:
cdkc.edu/
Tribal College:
Yes
Setting:
Rural
Annual In-State Tuition:
$1,960
Annual Out-of-State Tuition:
$1,960
Total Cost of Attendance (In-State):
$1,960
Total Cost of Attendance (Out-of-State):
$1,960
Total Student Enrollment:
242
Endowment (End of Year):
$6,504,762
Research Activity Tier:
No research designation
Economic Mobility Index:
Higher Access, Medium Earnings
Primary Undergraduate Major:
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Chief Dull Knife College is a tribal community college located in Lame Deer, Montana, serving students across the Northern Cheyenne Nation and surrounding region. The college prioritizes liberal arts and sciences education within a rural setting and operates as a fully open-access institution.

Total cost of attendance is $1,960 annually for both in-state and out-of-state students, making it one of the lowest-cost higher education options available. The college enrolls 242 students and maintains an endowment of $6.5 million to support its operations and mission.

Chief Dull Knife College works best for students seeking an affordable pathway to complete general education requirements, explore transfer options to four-year institutions, or build skills in a community-centered environment. Many students use the college as a foundation before transferring to universities throughout the region. For more information, visit cdkc.edu/.

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