About Doña Ana Community College
With an emphasis on academic excellence, Doña Ana Community College strives to develop lifelong learners who are active and responsible citizens within their communities. Programs are designed to equip individuals with workforce skills to aid in economic development.
DACC provides nearly 100 different certificate and associate degree programs across its network of campuses and online. The college additionally offers adult education, workforce training, and a Small Business Development Center, fulfilling its priorities of providing access, innovation, and excellence. Students are well prepared for transfer into four-year university bachelor’s programs or for immediate employment in a number of business and technology-related fields.
Doña Ana offers programs within the following departments and divisions:
- Health Sciences
- Business and Public Services
- Arts, Humanities, and Social Services
- Science, Engineering, and Mathematics
- Advanced Technologies
- Career Readiness and Economic Development
Accreditation & Licensing
Doña Ana Community College is accredited by:
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
Type:
2-year, PublicHighest Level Offered:
Associate's degreeReligious Affiliation:
Not applicableEnrollment:
Undergraduate: 8,861 ; Graduate: Not applicablePercent of Fully Online Students:
Undergraduate: 40% ; Graduate: Not applicableGraduation Rate:
19%Transfer Rate:
14%Median Earnings, 10-Years After Degree Completion:
$39,067Median Debt After Graduation (4-Year Degree):
$17,095Average Undergraduates Receiving Aid:
51%Per Undergraduate Average Aid Award:
$5,787Credit for Military Training:
YesOnline Programs offered by Doña Ana Community College
All Programs
Art & Liberal Arts
Business
Computer Science & IT
Frequently Asked Questions About Doña Ana Community College
Is Doña Ana Community College accredited?
Yes. Doña Ana Community College is institutionally accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
How many online programs does Doña Ana Community College offer?
Doña Ana Community College offers 10 online programs currently listed on GetEducated.
What degree levels does Doña Ana Community College offer?
Doña Ana Community College offers associate-level programs.
How should students contact admissions at Doña Ana Community College?
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Is Doña Ana Community College expensive, and what are the tuition costs?
Roughly speaking, Doña Ana Community College falls into GetEducated’s $ tuition tier, which points to a lower tuition range.
How quickly can I enroll at Doña Ana Community College?
Enrollment at any school can be a quick process; if all required admission requirements are met. This is where students can get hung up and slow down the process by taking too long to gather required documentation.
What should transfer students ask Doña Ana Community College first?
The first thing you must do is order your transcripts from any previous school you attended and have them provided to the new school immediately with the hopes of receiving an unofficial transfer credit evaluation quickly. In an ideal world, students would have an official transfer credit evaluation done prior to committing to enrollment at any school; however with the vast majority of schools, official transfer credit evaluations happen after you are already enrolled, typically in the first semester.
Is Doña Ana Community College military friendly?
Doña Ana Community College does not show Yellow Ribbon support. If military benefits matter for your plan, check current military options before you apply.
How can students request information from Doña Ana Community College through GetEducated?
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What documents are most commonly required for Doña Ana Community College applications?
Most listed programs ask for Official High School Transcript/GED Score and Official College Transcript(s). Getting these ready early can keep the application process moving.
Does Doña Ana Community College accept life experience credit?
Doña Ana Community College does not show a school-wide life experience credit policy. Check Transfer Options to confirm transfer-credit options for your specific program.
Are Doña Ana Community College programs fully online or mixed?
Doña Ana Community College programs are primarily listed as 100% Online, which can help students screen for schedule fit before applying.
What kinds of online programs does Doña Ana Community College offer?
Doña Ana Community College has online program options in areas such as Healthcare, Business, Computer Science & IT, and Art & Liberal Arts; start with the field that best matches your career goal, then compare cost, format, and admissions requirements. Compare Programs to get program, admissions, and cost details before applying.
Do any Doña Ana Community College programs have specialized accreditation?
Program-specific accreditors include Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).
Are any admission tests required for Doña Ana Community College programs?
One recurring admissions-test item is Placement Test. Students should confirm whether it applies to their specific program.
Do in-state and out-of-state tuition totals differ at Doña Ana Community College?
Some programs show different in-state and out-of-state tuition totals, so check your specific program cost.
Do any Doña Ana Community College programs have state authorization limitations?
State authorization restrictions are not prominent across available programs, but students should still confirm eligibility for their state. Check State Eligibility before applying to confirm whether your program is available where you live.
How often can students start at Doña Ana Community College?
Start times per year typically range from 3-6 for most schools. For Doña Ana Community College, students should confirm the next available start date for their specific program before applying.
How should working adults compare Doña Ana Community College programs?
Working adults should compare program format, pacing, total cost, and application requirements before choosing a path.
What should students compare before choosing a Doña Ana Community College program?
Students should compare accreditation fit, program format, application requirements, total cost, and whether the timeline works with their schedule.
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Geographic and Educational Overview
Doña Ana Community College is located in New Mexico
New Mexico at a Glance:
Top Majors in New Mexico:
Top Incentives in New Mexico:
- New Mexico Opportunity Scholarship: Full tuition coverage
Top Career Pathways in New Mexico:
- Entry Level: Field Engineer ($65,000)
- Mid Level: Project Manager ($95,000)
- Senior Level: Operations Director ($140,000+)
- Required Education: BS Engineering
- Certifications: PE, PMP