PO Box 340
Belcourt, ND 58316

Turtle Mountain community college (TMCC) was founded in 1972 with a mission of focusing on general studies, undergraduate education, career and technical education, scholarly research, and continuous improvement of student learning. It strives to be a place in which the cultural and social heritage of the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa is brought to bear throughout the curriculum.

The Spirit Within Us defines Turtle Mountain Community College's approach to interactions with students, faculty, staff, and the community. The school has accomplished a great deal as a tribally-controlled and accredited college. Over the last 35 years it has primarily served the educational needs of the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians; however, at this point in the college's history it are open to any person that has a desire to pursue higher education.

TMCC is nestled within the boundaries of the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indian Reservation. The main college site provides a breathtaking view of the beauty of our reservation. TMCC is located three miles north of Belcourt and nearly 8 miles south of the Canadian border, near the beautiful International Peace Gardens. TMCC has the honor of being one of the six founding members of the American Indian Higher Education Consortium.

Quick Facts:

Turtle Mountain Community College offers a wide array of Associate Degrees and certificate of completion programs.

In addition, Turtle Mountain Community College is proud to offer four year degrees in Elementary Education and Secondary Science Teacher Education.

Turtle Mountain Community College's tuition and fee rates are among the lowest in North Dakota.

At TMCC, students have the advantage of working with a faculty and staff who are exceptionally trained and extremely dedicated.

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