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.

Foundation Foundation Scholarships - Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College

The purpose of Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College Foundation Scholarship Program is to encourage the enrollment of students who will add to the overall excellence of academic and co-curricular programs. The scholarship program is intended to provide financial support and recognition of students who have demonstrated qualities of academic excellence and leadership within Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College.

The Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College Foundation scholarships are made possible by contributions from private donors, businesses, foundation sponsors, and fundraising events. The Foundation is a non-profit organization that is run by a Board of Directors made up of community representatives, alumni, and college staff and faculty members.

Spring 2026 FDLTCC Foundation Scholarship Application

Friends of the Foundation Scholarship

Eligibility: This scholarship is available to 2026 high school graduates who will be attending Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College Fall Semester 2026 graduating from a high school within the counties of:

Carlton County, MN
Aitkin County, MN
St. Louis County, MN
Douglas County, WI
Pine County, MN

How to Apply: Pick up a scholarship application from your high school counselor download the application below.

Details: 5 scholarships of $1,000 each

$500 for Fall 2026 Semester and $500 for Spring 2027 Semester

Friends of the Foundation Scholarship Application

Friends of the Foundation Scholarship Flyer

Scholarships for Current FDLTCC Students

Eligibility:

You must be currently registered as a Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College student and enrolled in a minimum of six or more credits per semester to receive the scholarship once it is awarded unless specified otherwise by a specific scholarship. Each scholarship has specific criteria that need to be met in order for you to be eligible.

Scholarships are awarded to outstanding students once per semester unless specified otherwise by specific scholarship guidelines.

Established Foundation scholarships for current FDLTCC students are described below (current PSEO students are not eligible). Additional scholarship categories and opportunities are created regularly.

Spring 2026 FDLTCC Foundation Scholarship Application

Donate to the FDLTCC Student Scholarship Fund

Foundation Scholarship

The FDLTCC Foundation has an endowment scholarship fund to support our students in their educational journey. Funds for these scholarships are generated from our two annual scholarship fundraising events, the Cloquet Croquet Invitational in July and Food for Thought-A Tasting Event in January, along with undesignated scholarship donations.

Soldier Heart Scholarship (Zhimaaganish Ode scholarship)

Up to three awards of $2,000 to each recipient
This designated scholarship is for our Active-Duty Service Member or Veteran students who have an overall 2.5 grade point average and enrolled in a minimum of 6 credits.

In Memory of Jack Briggs Scholarship

Two awards
$1,000 to each recipient
The In Memory of Jack Briggs Scholarship was established to honor Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College’s visionary president, Lester Jack Briggs. Eligible applicants must have completed two semesters at Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College with an overall 2.5 grade point average. Priority is given to Ojibwe students who are chemically free and are committed to learning and preserving Anishinaabe language and culture.

Peter DuFault Memorial Scholarship

Two awards
$1,000 to each recipient
The Peter DuFault Memorial Scholarship was established to honor the legendary leader of the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa and the Minnesota Chippewa Tribe. DuFault exemplified the spirit of overcoming obstacles to achieve success. Scholarship criteria for applicants include being a current Minnesota resident, Native American, with an overall 2.0 grade point average.

Richard and Beverly Fink Family Endowed Scholarship

Two awards
$2,000 to each recipient
Through a generous donation by the Fink Family Foundation, an endowed scholarship was established for FDLTCC students with the goal of helping them obtain a college education so they may pursue lasting and productive careers. The hope of the Fink Family Foundation is that by aiding students in their pursuit of higher education, FDLTCC will continue to produce well-trained graduates to the benefit of employers, employees, families and communities. Two $2,000 scholarships are awarded to preferable first generation, Native American students each year.

LaMarche Creek Scholarship

Two awards
$3,000 total awarded to each recipient: $1,500 fall semester and $1,500 spring semester
The LaMarche Creek Scholarship is awarded to students demonstrating financial need with priority going to first-year students, first-generation students, and students residing in Carlton County and surrounding areas.

Enbridge Scholarship

Enbridge, Inc. supports its neighbors through its philanthropy and the active involvement of employees in those programs in our host communities that focus on community, well-being and the environment. Enbridge Scholarships are available for students who have maintained an overall 2.5 grade point average. Priority is given to students who are active in their community and/or college activities.

Katie Poirier Memorial Scholarship

Two awards
$1,000 to each recipient
The Katie Poirier Memorial Scholarship was established to honor a former Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College student whose college experience suddenly ended before she could reach her goal of becoming a conservation officer. Scholarship applicants must be currently enrolled in the Criminal Justice / Peace Officer program, female, with a cumulative 2.0 grade point average.

Kiwanis Scholarship

Two awards
$1,000 to each recipient
This scholarship was created by the Kiwanis Club of Cloquet for 2nd Year Criminal Justice/Peace Officer (CJPO) students in good standing and maintain an overall 2.0 grade point average.

St. Luke’s Hospital Scholarship

Two awards
$500 to each recipient
This scholarship was created for FDLTCC nursing students who maintain an overall 3.0 grade point average.

Essentia Health Duluth Area Volunteer Service Organization Scholarship

One award
$1,500 to recipient
This scholarship was created for FDLTCC nursing students who maintain an overall 3.0 grade point average.

Patricia Grace Probst Scholarship

Two awards
$500 to each recipient
This scholarship was created by the family of Patricia Grace Probst, who was a former FDLTCC Counselor. This scholarship is for Nursing or Criminal Justice/Peace Officer (CJPO) students who maintain an overall 2.0 grade point average and are enrolled in at least 6 credits.

Anne Tellett & Linda Estel Scholarship

Two awards
$4,000 total awarded to each recipient: $2,000 fall semester and $2,000 spring semester
Through the generous donation of Anne Tellett & Linda Estel, this scholarship has been established for students who have demonstrated a financial need and maintained an overall 2.5 grade point average. Priority is given to Native American, first year, first generation students.

Lake Country Power Scholarship

One award
$1,000 to the recipient
The Lake Country Power Scholarship is available to any student who has maintained an overall 2.5 grade point average. Priority is given to students who are active in their community and/or college, and/or whose parent/guardian is an active member of Lake Country Power.

Frandsen Bank & Trust

Awarded to students who show financial need, maintain an overall 2.5 grade point average and are enrolled with 6 or more credits.

Members Cooperative Credit Union Scholarship

One award
$1,000 to the recipient
The Members Cooperative Credit Union Scholarship is awarded to a currently registered full-time, second-year student who has maintained an overall 3.0 grade point average and is a current member of Members Cooperative Credit Union.

Reliable Insurance Agency Scholarship

One award
$1,000
Awarded to a student with an overall 2.5 grade point average and enrolled as a full-time student (minimum 12 credits).

Thunder Deli Scholarship

One award
$500
Awarded to a student with an overall 2.0 grade point average and enrolled in a minimum of 6 credits.

Karuppiah Nagalingam Memorial Scholarship

One award
$1,000
This scholarship has been established in memory of the donors’ grandfather, Karuppiah Nagalingam, for students who have demonstrated a financial need and maintain an overall 2.5 grade point average. Priority is given to Native American students.

The Vinod Gupta Scholarship

Awards of $1,000 to each recipient
This scholarship was created for students who are enrolled in the Nursing, Criminal Justice/Peace Officer (CJPO) or Human Services programs at FDLTCC who maintain an overall 3.0 grade point average and show a financial need.

Stephanie Hammitt Memorial Scholarship

One award
$1,000
In honor of President Emeritus Stephanie Hammitt, the Hammitt Family founded a scholarship fund for students of FDLTCC. Awarded to students with an overall 2.5 grade point average, full-time student (minimum 12 credits), residing in Carlton County and surrounding areas.

If you are interested in donating to the Stephanie Hammitt Memorial Scholarship fund, please make checks payable to: FDLTCC Foundation and in the memo, include Stephanie Hammitt Memorial Scholarship. Mail to the college at: 2101 14th Street, Cloquet, MN 55720.

To donate online, please visit https://link.fdltcc.edu/OnlineDonation and click “Donate”. On the form, please indicate the Stephanie Hammitt Memorial Scholarship Fund in the special instructions box. Thank you for helping support our students on their educational path here at FDLTCC.

Carl Sack Memorial Scholarship

Dr. Carl Sack served as GIS Program Coordinator at Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College (FDLTCC) from 2017 to 2024. A devoted and innovative educator, he was passionate about the transformative power of mapping and dedicated his career to empowering students to create positive change in their communities. Dr. Sack’s unwavering enthusiasm for education and lifelong learning inspired everyone he taught and collaborated with.

The Carl Sack Memorial Scholarship benefits students enrolled in the GIS program or coursework who are actively involved in social or environmental justice.

To donate online, please visit https://link.fdltcc.edu/OnlineDonation and click “Donate”. On the form, please indicate the Carl Sack Memorial Scholarship Fund in the special instructions box.

FDLTCC Faculty Scholarship

This scholarship was created by the faculty at FDLTCC to support students in their educational journey. Open to students who maintain an overall 2.5 grade point average, must have completed at least one semester at FDLTCC, and are a self-paying student, not eligible for grants.

To donate online, please visit https://link.fdltcc.edu/OnlineDonation and click “Donate”. On the form, please indicate the FDLTCC Faculty Scholarship Fund in the special instructions box.