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Public, 2-Year
Lame Deer, MT

Chief Dull Knife College

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in MT. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$2,260

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

N/A

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

21.3%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$20,073

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Chief Dull Knife College is a distinguished Public, 2-Year institution located in Lame Deer, MT. With a competitive tuition profile of $2,260, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 21.3% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 2-Year Cost

$4,520

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

N/A

Earnings below HS baseline

Annual Earnings Boost

-$9,927

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

-$103,790

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

-$203,060

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 21%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

Below-Baseline Earnings

Graduates of this institution earn below the national HS diploma median ($30k/yr). Individual outcomes vary significantly by program — check the Career Paths section below for field-specific earnings.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
74.3%
25.7%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

American Indian / Alaska Native
94.7%
White
5.3%
Hispanic
0.0%
Asian
0.0%
Black
0.0%
International
0.0%
Two or more
0.0%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%
Unknown
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$2,260

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$9,361
$30k - $48kNot Reported
$48k - $75k$10,411
$75k+Not Reported

Debt & Financial Aid

Pell Grant Recipients30.8%
Using Federal Loans0.0%
Historical 3yr Loan RepaymentN/A

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

50.0%

Success

21.3%

In-State Cost

$2,260

Age 25+ Students

53.7%

Carnegie Class

Special Focus: Law

Working at 6yr

74 students

Local City Insights

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