Evaluation on community colleges in the

Four Corners

Researched by: Bryan Begay

Prepared for Future or returning Students
 Introduction

Purpose:

The purpose of my research and evaluation is to give general information to the local
students, returning students, future students and parents of the local community colleges in the Four
Corners Area. This information that I have gathers are from all institution websites and their available
information. This idea of this evaluation is not to promote or advertise any type of personal business.
Having this type of resources form a current student’s point of view. The questions that are listed are
some of the basic questions that I also had when choosing an intuition. The information that I have
used to create will all be listed on a chronological order. I like to take condensation in guiding the
future students in choosing the best intuition to further or continue their education.

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Scope:

My elevation was all based on the three top colleges in the Four Corners area. One of the
institutions is located in Durango Colorado Fort Lewis College is the name of the institution. The other
College intuitions is located in New Mexico on The Navajo Nation Reservation, and it is tribal college T
Dine College has six locations, two are located in New Mexico. The four other campuses are located in
Arizona.. The final most popular college intuition is San Juan College which is locate in Farmington,
NM. The name of the city and state well be provided in the sections below as well as the institutions
websites.

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 Discussion

College Tuitionn
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San Juan College Fort Lewis College Dine College

In-State Out of State Column1

Graduation Rate

0%
26% 28%
San Juan College
Fort Lewis College
Dine College

46%
Expenses In State Out-of-State

Tuition per year $7,056 $17,712

Student fees (Based on 15 credits per term.) $1,984 $1,984

Room/board $11,520 $11,520

Direct cost subtotal $20,560 $31,216

Books, transportation, etc.

$4,868 $4,892
Estimated cost to attend FLC, 2018-2019
Estimated cost of attendance $25,428 $36,108

Fort Lewis College Durango, CO

General information about Fort Lewis College is its location. The physical campus id located in
Durango Colorado. The Location of the campus is very breath taking of the La Plata Mountains in the
distances creates a very iconic Rock Mountain atmosphere. This institution holds about 3.356 students
as well as on campus living. On campus living is estimated to about 1.306 students. Fort Lewis College
welcome a verity of students from all over the US. Students from 48 States as well as 170 Native
American tribes and Alaskan villages and 17 countries. The Campus sites on a 362 acre of Colorado’s
civilized wilderness. The Animas River that cutes through this vast valley give Fort Lewis the most
geographical college campus in the Four Corners.
 Degree and Programs

Fort Lewis offers a Verity of Undergrad and Graduate Programs in Art, Business, Education,
Humanities and Social Sciences. Ranging from an Associates to Bachelor’s Degree, this institution also
has a certificate program. Fort Lewis College is ranked #173-#229 in National Liberal Arts Colleges.
Schools are ranked according to their performance across a set of widely accepted indicators of
excellence.

Graduation Rate

Since 2016 Fort Lewis has had a graduation rate of 42.5 %. The Academic and Scholarship
opportunity at this institution is very outstanding as well as flexible. Some Students have the
opportunity of full granted scholarship and a possibility of earning a full sports scholarship.

Sports

The Intuition also Athletic Sports in Men and Woman’s fields

Men’s Woman’s

Basket Ball Basket Ball

Cross-country Cross- Country
Foot Ball Golf
Golf Lacrosse
Soccer Soccer
Track & Field Softball
Volleyball

This is the most basic information that I have evaluated about Fort Lewis College. The information
that was given was very general. Some of the stories of the previous students that have attended and
completed their education at Fort Lewis College this intuition is very outstanding in many aspects. The
location of the campus as well as the beauty surrounding Fort Lewis College on of Colorado’s top 50
College intuitions. Having to be able to attend a community college that offers a verity of Programs as
well as Sports makes Fort Lewis College a wonderful choice in the Four Corners. In my elevation I did not
indicate that this intuition does not offer a Nursing nor any major Medial Programs. The types of
programs that I was indicating would be Dental Hygiene, Nursing, Physical Therapy, Occupational
Therapy, Medical Assistant and Optometrist etc. These are the most common Medical Programs that
are offered at many community colleges. Over all if a future students is planning to peruse his or her
career in the Medical field would only get minimal education. The bright side of these programs is that
that are offered online at Fort Lewis. An Academic Advisor would have more knowledge on those type
of programs.
TUITION

• Tuition $55 per credit hour

• Full-time $660

A basic background on, it was Diné College was established in 1968 as the first tribally-
controlled community college in the United States. In creating an institution of higher education,
the Navajo Nation sought to encourage Navajo youth to become contributing members of the
Navajo Nation and the world society. Under the direction of an eight-member Board of Regents
confirmed by the Government Services Committee of the Navajo Nation Council, the College
serves residents of the 26,000 square mile Navajo Nation, which spans the states of Arizona,
New Mexico, and Utah. As a postsecondary educational institution, Diné College awards
associate degrees and certificates in areas important to the economic and social development
of the Navajo Nation. Dine College was first known as NCC “Navajo Community College”, until
the charge of the intuitions name. Dine College got it name as ‘Children of the Holy People’
meaning students are children of educational success.
The instanton is recognized by the Higher Learning Commission. This tribal college also
ties it philosophy in Dine teachings, tradition and language. The Campus are located in the most
remote areas of The Navajo Nation making the opportunity to residents of The Navajo Nation to
receive a college education. Having to be born and raised on the Navajo Nation Reservation
makes receiving a college education a bit challenging. Dine College has two locations in New
Mexico, Shiprock and Crownpoint, NM. The four campus that are located in Arizona are in the
most popular main towns on the reservation. These towns are Chinle, Window Rock, Tuba City
and Tsali ,AZ The main campus is located in Tseli AZ . Dine College does offer dorms and
housing for students that qualify for the program. Having to live on campus at an affordable
price makes Dine College one of the Navajo Nation top college institution on the reservation.
The beauty of the Navajo Nation and it scenery give Dine College the most profound tribal
colleges in the southwest. The vast deserts of the Navajo Nation as well as it breath taking
mountains give Dine College its roots to the Navajo culture and heritage.

Degrees and Programs

Dine College Offers 20 Associate, 9 Bachelor and 8 Certificates Programs. The
field of study ranges from Early Childhood Education, Business Administration, Computer
Science, and Dine Studies. The School of Humanities and English. School of Business and
Social Science and The Dual Credit Program are just a few, but these fields of studies are what
make Dine College an academic institution by the Higher Learning Commission. This is just
some of the basic information that I found the website. An Academic Advisor is also available by
phone for any additional information.
Sports
The two main sports that are offered at Dine College are Cross Country, Golf, Rodeo and
Archery. All institutional, USCAA, NIRA, and USAA regulations pertaining to an athlete’s
eligibility to participate in intercollegiate athletics. Dine College has an outstanding level of
Rodeo Athletes, taking them from students to a full would time constants. Several of the former
contestants that have won high awards while competing in rodeos around the world, have all
originated from Dine College. This intuition takes full pride in their athletic ability to compete, this
giving the student a full academic scholarship.
Men Woman
Rodeo Rodeo
Bull Riding Barrel Racing
Saddle Bareback Team Roping
Steer Wrestling Miss Dine College Rodeo
Archery Archery
Cross Country Cross Country
Golf Golf
Student Athletes compete in may torments on Archery, Cross Country and Golf. The Dine
College Golf Athletes have been recognized by The PGA Would Torments and had gave a full
scholarship to all Athletes that competed in the games. Receiving an education from Dine
College and competing as a student athlete makes this Native American College one of the
Navajo Nation most successful college instanton that the Navajo Nation has establish. Having
the intuition on the reservation makes this more accessible to all future students as well as
 student athletes. This is considered the most affordable Native American Colleges in the
southwest.

Graduation Rate of Dine College

The Graduation rate for Dine College 22.5%. The majority of the graduates to continue to
further their education to four year colleges as well as several university in the southwest region . The
graduation rate was based upon The Higher Learning Communions. This giving The Navajo Nation with a
Native American Reputation in The Higher Learnings Commission .Nationwide, the average first year to
second year retention rate is 72.0%. When looking at just colleges and universities in Arizona, the
average is 66.0%.

Graduation Honors

Upon graduation, three special academic recognitions are made for the following
outstanding cumulative grade point averages. Cum Laude, 3.50-3.69, Magna cum Laude, 3.70-
3.89 and Summa cum Laude, 3.80-4.00.

President’s Honor List

The President’s Honor List recognizes the highest level of academic excellence on a
semester to semester basis. To qualify, a student must have a 4.00 grade point average and
complete a minimum of twelve credit hours with no grades of “I” or “IP.”

This is just two of the informantion that I concluded . A full link to the Dine Colleg instutuin can
be found at the end of this Evaluation .

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In State New Mexico Resident Sticker Price

$13,494
Tuition $1,104

Books and Supplies $1,200

Other Fees $370

Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living $8,370

Other Expenses Budget $2,450

Out of State Resident Sticker Price

$15,894
Tuition $3,504

Books and Supplies $1,200

Other Fees $370

Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living $8,370

Other Expenses Budget $2,450

 General Information

San Juan College is located in Farmington, New Mexico. This intuition sits in one of San Juan
County biggest city. The campus currently holds 8.893 students, and hold a verity of information
Founded in 1956 as a branch of the New Mexico College of Agriculture and Mechanical Arts, San Juan
College became an independent community college following a county election in 1981.This intuition
holds a chain of Programs and Degrees as well as Certificate Program. The branch locations are within a
30 mile radius, and including child day care as well as libraries. The first location is west of the main
campus in Kirtland, NM this is referred as The West Campus. The next campus is located east of the
main campus in Aztec, NM known as the Aztec Campus. The third location is about two blocks from the
main campus, this location is known at the 30th St campus. Which also serves as a GED/ABE location for
non-high school diploma recipients.

San Juan College is also known for its involvement with duel credit and also has a high school on
campus. With a verity of students ranging from age, race, gender, and religion making San Juan College
the biggest College intuition in San Juan County. The Campus had added new trades and programs, this
includes The School of Energy and The Human and Human Performance Building. This college has many
opportunities and academic that is continuing to expand in the years to come.

Degree and Certificate Programs

San Juan College has a verity of Degrees and Programs, here is a listing of the A.A.S programs
that are offered at San Juan College. AS you can see San Juan College does have a verity of career to
choose from. At this time Sam Juan College website does not haven a link or listings for their Bachelors
and Masters Programs. The link no their website has been taken down. For more information on these
programs would be best to contact San Juab College Advising and Counseling Services. Depending on
what career path you choose to go into, this would be best to contact the Program Advisor.

 Automotive Service Educational Program (ASEP), A.A.S.

 • General Education Requirements for Associate of Applied Science Degrees
 • Accounting, A.A.S.
 • Auto Body, A.A.S.
 • Automotive Technology, A.A.S.
 • Building Trades, A.A.S.
 • Business Administration, A.A.S.
 • Chrysler College Automotive Program (CAP), A.A.S.
 • Civil Drafting and Design, A.A.S.
 • Cosmetology, A.A.S.
 • Dental Hygiene, A.A.S.
 • Diesel Technology, A.A.S.
 • Digital Media Arts and Design, A.A.S.
 • Fire Science, A.A.S.
 • Geographic Information Systems Technology, A.A.S.
 • Health Information Technology, A.A.S.
 • Horticulture in a Xeric Environment, A.A.S.
 • Horticulture Landscape Architecture, A.A.S.
 • Human Services, Criminal Justice Studies, A.A.S.
 • Human Services, Generalist Studies, A.A.S.
 • Human Services, Substance Abuse Studies, A.A.S.
 • Industrial Maintenance Mechanic, A.A.S.
 • Industrial Process Operator, A.A.S.
 • Instrumentation and Controls Technology, A.A.S.
 • Legal Assistant, A.A.S.
 • Mechanical Drafting and Design, A.A.S.
 • Medical Laboratory Technician, A.A.S.
 • Natural Gas Compression Technology, A.A.S.
 • Occupational Safety, A.A.S.
 • Occupational Therapy Assistant, A.A.S.
 • Paramedic, A.A.S.
 • Petroleum Production Operations, A.A.S.
 • Petroleum Production Operations, A.A.S. - Advanced
 • Physical Therapist Assistant, A.A.S.
 • Respiratory Therapy, A.A.S.
 • Surgical Technology, A.A.S.
 • Technical Theatre, A.A.S.
 • Toyota Technical Education Network (T-TEN), A.A.S.
 • Veterinary Technology, A.A.S.
 • Welding, A.A.S.
Associate of Arts
For students who intend to continue their education at a four-year degree granting institution
 • General Education Requirements for Associate of Arts Degrees
 • Business Administration, A.A.
 • Early Childhood Education, A.A.
 • Education - Elementary, A.A.
 • Education - Secondary, A.A.
 • Education - Special Education, A.A.
 • Human Services - Criminal Justice, A.A.
 • Human Services - Generalist Studies, A.A.
 • Human Services - Substance Abuse, A.A.
 • Liberal Arts, A.A.
 • Native Studies, A.A.
 • Outdoor Leadership, Education, and Recreation (OLER), A.A.
 • Physical Education, A.A.
 • Police Science, A.A.
 • Psychology, A.A.
 Associate of Science
For students who intend to continue their education at a four-year degree granting institution
To receive the A.S. degree, students must satisfactorily complete Program requirements.
This includes 35 credits to meet the general education core requirements.
 • General Education Requirements for Associate of Science Degrees
 • Biology, A.S.
 • Chemistry, A.S.
 • Computer Science, A.S.
 • Engineering Technology, A.S.
 • Engineering, A.S.
 • General Science, A.S.
 • Geology, A.S.
 • Mathematics, A.S.
 • Paramedic, A.S.
 • Physics, A.S.
 • Pre-Health Sciences, A.S.
 • Pre-Medical Science, A.S.
Associate Degree in Nursing
 • Nursing, A.D.N.
Certificate
 • Health Care Certificate - Fundamental Skills
 • Health Care Certificate - Nursing Assistant
 • Health Care Certificate - Phlebotomy
 • Health Care Certification - Patient Care Unit Assistant
 • Accounting - Bookkeeping Certificate
 • Accounting - Payroll Accounting Certificate
 • Administrative Office Assistant Program Certificate
 • Alternative Licensure Certificate - Elementary
 • Alternative Licensure Certificate - Secondary
 • Alternative Licensure Certificate - Special Education
 • Auto Body - Automotive Refinishing Certificate
 • Auto Body - Non Structural Collision Repair Certificate
 • Auto Body - Structural Collision Repair Certificate
 • Automotive Electrical, Emissions and Performance Technician Certificate
 • Automotive Heavy Line Technician Certificate
 • Automotive - Light Line Repair Technician Certificate
 • Automotive Technology Certificate
 • Building Trades - Finish Carpentry Certificate
 • Building Trades - Framing Certificate
 • Building Trades - Insulation and Drywall Certificate
 • Business Foundations I Certificate
 • Business Foundations II Certificate
 • Chrysler Automotive Heavy Line Technician Certificate
 • Chrysler Domestic Manufacturers Certificate
 • Chrysler Electrical, Emissions and Performance Technician Certificate
 • Chrysler Light Line Repair Technician Certificate
 • Commercial Driver’s License Certificate (Class A)
 • Computer Support Specialist
 • Cosmetology - Barber Certificate
 • Cosmetology Certificate
 • Cosmetology - Esthetician Certificate
 • Cosmetology Instructor Certificate
 • Cosmetology - Manicuring/Pedicuring Certificate
 • Creative Writing Certificate
 • Diesel - Heavy Line Certificate
 • Diesel - Light Line Certificate
 • Drafting Certificate
 • Education - Gifted
 • Emergency Medical Technician Certificate
 • Emergency Medical Technician Certificate - Advanced
 • Energy Production - Foundations Certificate
 • Firefighter Certificate - Advanced
 • Firefighter Certificate - Basic
 • Firefighter Certificate - Industrial
 • Firefighter - Technical Rescue Certificate
 • Firefighter Certificate - Wildland
 • Geographic Information Systems Technology Certificate
 • GM Automotive Heavy Line Technician Certificate
 • GM Domestic Manufacturers Certificate
 • GM Electrical, Emissions and Performance Technician Certificate
 • GM Light Line Repair Technician Certificate
 • Instrumentation and Controls Technology One Year Certificate
 • Medical Insurance Coder/Biller Certificate
 • Natural Gas Compression Certificate
 • Object-oriented Computer Programming Certificate
 • Occupational Safety Certificate
 • Oil and Gas Safety Certificate
 • Outdoor Adventure Education Certificate
 • Paramedic Certificate
 • Petroleum Production Operations Certificate
 • Petroleum Production Operations Certificate - Advanced
 • Pharmacy Technician Certificate
 • Phlebotomy Technician Certificate
 • Police Science Certificate
 • Toyota Automotive Heavy Line Technician Certificate
 • Toyota Electrical, Emissions and Performance Technician Certificate
 • Toyota Light Line Repair Technician Certificate
 • Toyota Technical Education Network Certificate
 • Veterinary Assistant Certificate
 • Welding Certificate - Advanced
 • Welding Certificate - General
Other
 • Emergency Medical Responder
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Sports

Unfortunately San Jan College does not offer sports at this intuition. I have asked this same
question and asked my departments. They have also have the same question as I? I was told by the
director of San Juan College Student Activities that it is possibility that San Juan College does not have
the funding to cover sports. The second hypnotized conclusio0n was that students in this region don’t
engage in sports as other college intuitions. I have asked several departments and have not gotten
proper answer.

Options for non-athletes

The Brightside of students that do participate in outside sports at San Juan College, The College
does offer a full time gym membership to all part and full time students. The Health and Human
Performance Building that opened its doors in December of 2000. I

Here is some basic information on The Health and Human Performance Center

The Health and Human Performance Center (HHPC) is a 130,000 square foot facility opened in
December 2000 and includes a Fitness Conditioning Center (FCC), a 6,000 square foot climbing tower,
an indoor elevated track, a three court gymnasium, dance studio, group exercise studio, an assessment
lab, a wellness resource center, and an outdoor equipment rental center.

Fitness Conditioning Center

The Fitness Conditioning Center (FCC) is a state of the art work-out facility. Our one-stop exercise shop
features a variety of free weight, weight stack, circuit, and cardiovascular equipment designed to promote
total body fitness.

Gymnasium & Indoor Track

The indoor track is located on the upper level in the gymnasium. This Olympic quality surface is ideal for
walkers and runners alike (Nine lap’s equal one mile). Adults and children 10 years of age and older can
use the indoor track during regular Health and Human Performance Center hours. Children under the age
of 10 are welcome, but adult supervision is required.

Indoor Climbing Wall

San Juan College’s indoor climbing wall has 6,000 square feet of climbing surface and features 17 top
rope stations, 12 lead climbing routes, 2 roofs, a running crack, and a 600 square foot bouldering cave.
The climbing wall routes are designed for beginners, intermediate, and advanced climbers. Our
professional climbing staff will ensure a fun and safe time for all participants!

You can find more information the San Juan College official website.
Graduation Rate Commented [BB1]:

Graduation Rates in Reasonable Completion Time

160 students out of 663 candidates were completed their courses within 150% normal time at San Juan College. By

gender, 84 male and 76 female students graduated the school last year completing their jobs in the period.

Candidates Completers Graduation Rates

Total 663 160 24.13%

Men 293 84 28.67%

Women 370 76 20.54%

Completers and Graduation Rates Candidates Completers on Graduation

RatesTotalMenWomen02004006008000.07.515.022.530.0HeadcountGraduation Rate (%)

Gender Candidates Completers Graduation Rates

Total 663 160 24.13%

Men 293 84 28.67%

Women 370 76 20.54%

Graduation Rate By Race/Ethnicity

Graduation rates of American Indian or Alaska Native students is 20.23%%, Asian students is 50.00%%, Black (Non-

Hispanic) students is 16.67%%, Hispanic students is 24.78%%, White students is 27.39%%, Native Hawaiian or

Other Pacific Islander students is 66.67%%, Two or More Race students is 7.69%%, and Unknown students is

23.08%% at San Juan College.

Total Male Female

American Indian or Alaska Native 20.23%(53/262) 20.49%(25/122) 20.00%(28/140)

 Total Male Female

Asian 50.00%(2/4) 100.00%(1/1) 33.33%(1/3)

Black (Non-Hispanic) 16.67%(1/6) 50.00%(1/2) -

Hispanic 24.78%(28/113) 31.11%(14/45) 20.59%(14/68)

White 27.39%(63/230) 35.00%(35/100) 21.54%(28/130)

Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific

66.67%(2/3) 50.00%(1/2) 100.00%(1/1)
Islander

Two or More Race 7.69%(1/13) 16.67%(1/6) -

Unknown 23.08%(6/26) 33.33%(4/12)

San Juan College has a close relationship with several universities and four year college in the
several states. The University of New Mexico and New Mexico Highlands University and New Mexico
Tech are just of the few of the close relationship that San Juan College engages with. The Top Two
Programs that students transfer out of San Juan College is Nursing (BSN) Bachelor of Science in Nursing
and Liberal Arts Programs. The Graduation rate at San Juan College sits at 25.4 % within 150% normal
time, the retention rate is 61 %, and the transfer-out rate is 7 %, as of August 31, 2017.
Conclusion

This is the most basic information that has found regarding the local college intuitions in the
Four Corners area. I personally think that every college intuition is a wonderful learning environment.
Makin the decision to continue and further your education beyond high school is a best decision any
individual could make .Parents do wish and hope for their Childs future to be filled with knowledge and
success. I would agree also, so choosing the best college intuition to further your success isn’t always
easy. Most of students like me don’t like to travel very far and to be away from home to attend school. I
love my hometown and the Four Corners so my decision to attend San Juan College wasn’t personal. It
was the only intuition that offered my field of study. I did have options but for the time being San Juan
College is the place I well be receiving my degree.

For all future students I do encourage you to go with how you feel about the college intuition
that you choose. That the first step of making adult chooses, you may feel comfortable on the
reservation, in the mountains of southwest Colorado or the deserts of Arizona. The main key is
completing your college education an fathering your lives as successful adults. In conclusion, this
opportunity is only within you and no one else can make this life changing decisions but yourself.

Recourse

https://www.collegetuitioncompare.com/edu/188100/san-juan-college/graduation/

https://www.sanjuancollege.edu/

https://www.fortlewis.edu/