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Best Dakota County Community Colleges (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 3 community colleges serving 9,378 students in Dakota County County, Minnesota.
The top ranked community college in Dakota County, MN is Dakota County Technical College.
The average community college acceptance rate in Minnesota is 84% (compared to national acceptance rates).
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), and the student:teacher ratio is 22:1.

Top Ranked Dakota County Community Colleges (2025)

College
Location
Students
1300 145th Street East
Rosemount, MN 55068
(651) 423-8301
| 3,657 students
Inver Hills Community College
Inver Hills Community College Photo - Inver Hills Commencement Spring 2018
Public
2500 80th St E
Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076
(651) 450-3000
| 4,988 students
Rasmussen College-Eagan
Public
3500 Federal Dr
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(651) 687-9000
| 733 students
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Community Colleges in Dakota County, MN (Closed)

School
Location
Students
1315 Mendota Heights Road
Saint Paul, MN 55120
(651) 675-4700
| 491 students
1345 Mendota Heights Road
Saint Paul, MN 55120
(651) 905-3400
| 150 students

Frequently Asked Questions

How many community colleges are located in Dakota County, MN?
There are 3 community colleges serving 9,378 students in Dakota County, MN.
What is community college acceptance rate in Dakota County, MN?
The average community college acceptance rate in Minnesota is 84% (compared to national acceptance rates).
How diverse are community college in Dakota County, MN?
Community colleges in Dakota County, MN have approximately 47% minority enrollment, with the majority being Black and Hispanic.

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