doughertythe two-year
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WELCOME TO THE DOUGHERTY FAMILY COLLEGE
The Dougherty Family College is a two-year college on the Minneapolis campus
of the University of St. Thomas that provides academic, social and financial support for students ultimately aspiring to a four-year degree. The college welcomes applicants with high financial need, solid academic
achievement (2.5 GPA or above) and drive
to succeed.
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REAL-WORLD EXPERIENCE
At Dougherty Family College stu-dents are prepared for life. We make career development a priority by exposing students to different indus-tries and careers in our Corporate Internship Program.
TOOLS TO GET THE JOB DONE
Academic achievement starts with the right tools for success.
We make sure students are equipped with free textbooks, free laptops, free breakfast and lunch, free Metro Transit pass, free shuttle between the Minneapolis and St. Paul campuses.
GO ANYWHEREAfter students graduate from the Dougherty Family College, they are ready for their next step:• Continue at St. Thomas: Students
with a 2.5 GPA or above, and in good standing with the university, earn automatic admission into our four-year program.
• Transfer to another Minnesota college or university: Our courses align with the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum.
YES, COLLEGE CAN BE AFFORDABLE
(2017-18 costs)Tuition and fees: $15,000Average student cost: $2,006*Lowest student cost: $1,000* * with financial aid applied
Your next move? Visit: stthomas.edu/dfc/visitApply: stthomas.edu/dfc/applyAsk: [email protected]
WE HELP STUDENTS ACHIEVE THEIR GOALS
Small classes averaging 25 students, dedicated faculty who are mentors as well as scholars, and intensive leader-ship training help students succeed in college and, ultimately, careers.
Every student receives one-on-one advising and mentorship, and every student is prepared to make a differ-ence in creating a more ethical and just society.
OUR CURRICULUM HAS HIGH STANDARDS
Like our four-year program, the core curriculum includes:• Literature, writing and communication• Natural and physical sciences• Math and quantitative literacy• History and social science• Faith, social responsibility and human diversity• Fine arts