How do I apply to Fond du Lac Tribal & Community College?

To apply, complete the free online application and have official high school or college transcripts sent to the Admissions Office. Follow the steps on the FDLTCC Apply Here page for full instructions.

What support services are available for current students?

FDLTCC offers academic advising, tutoring through the Center for Academic Achievement, and basic needs resource support including food, housing, transportation, and mental health referrals.

How does academic advising work?

Academic advising provides course selection help, transfer guidance, and academic planning. Students can visit advisors during walk-in hours or by appointment in the student services area.

Can I transfer credits from FDLTCC to another college?

Yes, FDLTCC supports transfer to four-year institutions. Students should apply early and send official transcripts to the transfer college. Transfer policies vary by institution.

What are the estimated tuition and fees?

For 2025–2026, tuition and fees are approximately $6,222 per year for full-time students, with additional costs for books, supplies, and housing detailed on the Paying for College pages.

Does FDLTCC offer free tutoring?

Yes. The Center for Academic Achievement offers free tutoring, study skills support, and access to study materials, with both in-person and online tutoring options available.

How can I get help if I’m struggling with basic needs?

Students can contact the Basic Needs Resource Navigator for support with food, housing, transportation, or mental health needs, along with community referrals and advocacy services.

Where is Fond du Lac Tribal & Community College located?

FDLTCC is located at 2101 14th Street in Cloquet, Minnesota, with campus facilities, parking, and office hours listed on the Find Us page.

Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College Awarded More Than $900,000 to Expand Student-Led Water Quality Monitoring and STEM Education

CLOQUET, Minn. — Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College (FDLTCC) has been awarded more than $900,000 through two competitive grants to strengthen STEM education and expand student-led water quality monitoring across northeastern Minnesota. The funding will support hands-on research opportunities, environmental stewardship, and partnerships with regional schools and community organizations.

The awards include a $500,000 National Science Foundation Targeted STEM Infusion Project (TSIP) grant for Building a Student Research and STEM Pathway at FDLTCC and a $404,000 Legislative-Citizen Commission on Minnesota Resources (LCCMR) Environment and Natural Resources Trust Fund grant to expand the Lake Superior River Watch program.

Together, these initiatives will provide students with meaningful research experiences while addressing critical environmental issues affecting the Lake Superior watershed.
“We are so excited about this support for our Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College students. We truly believe that any one interested in environmental science will get a truly unique opportunity to be get hands-on experience working on current research and issues that impact our region,” said Courtney Kowalczak, FDLTCC Environmental Institute Director.

The National Science Foundation project will enhance STEM education by integrating undergraduate research into classroom instruction and creating clear pathways for students to pursue advanced degrees and careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Students will gain practical experience through faculty-mentored research on issues including forestry, wildlife biology, aquatic invasive species, mercury monitoring, and climate change ecology.

The project builds on FDLTCC’s mission of promoting academic excellence through the preservation of Anishinaabe language, culture, and history. By combining Indigenous knowledge with modern scientific practices, the initiative offers students a distinctive educational experience rooted in stewardship of Tribal lands and natural resources.
The LCCMR-funded Lake Superior River Watch program expands a successful environmental monitoring effort that has engaged hundreds of high school students over the past decade. Working alongside teachers and FDLTCC faculty, students will collect biological, chemical, and physical water quality data from streams throughout the western Lake Superior Basin.

Participating schools will receive training, equipment, and classroom support to conduct seasonal stream monitoring using standardized scientific protocols. Student-collected data will contribute to statewide monitoring efforts while helping participants develop skills in scientific investigation, teamwork, data analysis, and environmental stewardship.

The expanded program will include monitoring sites within the St. Louis, Cloquet, Nemadji, and Southern Superior watersheds and incorporate laboratory water quality analysis to strengthen the accuracy and value of the collected data.

Students will also have opportunities to present their findings through posters, presentations, annual newsletters, and the FDLTCC Research Symposium. These public-facing experiences are designed to strengthen communication skills while fostering greater community awareness of regional water quality issues.
By connecting secondary students, undergraduate researchers, faculty, Tribal partners, and regional environmental professionals, the projects create a collaborative network dedicated to protecting Minnesota’s water resources and inspiring the next generation of environmental leaders.
The combined funding represents a significant investment in experiential education, scientific research, and community partnerships that will benefit students and the broader Lake Superior region for years to come.

Media Contact:
Rebecca Baker
Director of Marketing and Communications
Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College
218-879-0820
Rebecca.baker*AT*fdltcc.edu
www.fdltcc.edu

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