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Dine College

Type 4 year, Public
Campus locale Rural: Remote
Degrees offered Undergraduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Small
Dormitory capacity 281
Student to faculty ratio 12 to 1
Students retention rate 9%
On-time graduation rate 6%

Located in Tsaile, Arizona, Dine College is a public, institution that offers undergraduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

One of the notable aspects of Dine College is its open admission policy. This means that all high school graduates and individuals who hold a GED qualification are eligible to apply for admission. This inclusive approach allows a wide range of students to pursue their higher education goals, regardless of their academic background.

Dine College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 12-to-1, Dine College emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

While the on-time graduation rate at Dine College is reported to be 6%, it is essential to consider the context of this statistic. For comparison, Arizona state's graduation rate for the 2021-2022 was 44% whereas the national average was 49%.

The retention rate of students at Dine College is 9% , which is lower than both the state and national averages. The state average retention rate in Arizona is 63%, while the national average is 72%. This indicates that a significant proportion of students who enroll at Dine College do not continue their studies after the first year.


  • Accredited by: Higher Learning Commission
  • Tribal institution
  • The institution provides on-campus housing

In-State Tuition & Fees

$1,410

Cost of attendance at Dine College in 2022 for students from Arizona.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Arizona's average $9,348
National average $8,573

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$1,410

Cost of attendance at Dine College in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Arizona's average $23,687
National average $18,862

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 69 of freshman students at Dine College received on average $3,217 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$3,217
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 55 69% $2,958 $162,667
Other Federal Grant 55 69% $3,061 $168,367
State Grant/Scholarships 8 10% $809 $6,468
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 4 5% $525 $2,100
Total Grant & Scholarships 55 69% $3,217 $176,935

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Dine College students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Dine College students is 5.9%. Female students graduated at a rate of 8.3%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 2.4%.

5.9%

Athletic Associations

  • NSCAA
    National Small College Athletic Association (NSCAA)

Service Offerings

Dine College provides the following additional services to its students
  • On-campus day care for students' children
  • Remedial services
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Dine College offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic
  • Adult basic remedial or high school equivalent

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Teacher certification

Veteran Services

  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Recognized student veteran organization
  • Credit for military training