From a young age, Dutchess Community College (DCC) student Melody Sanchez knew she wanted to make her mother proud and be a role model for her younger brother. Read Full Article

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Be enrolled full time in an associate degree program at Dutchess Community College (certificate programs and microcredentials not eligible) Take a minimum of 12 credits per semester

This comprehensive and powerful resource will help you find detailed information on over 60 academic programs – and hundreds of courses – offered at Dutchess Community College.

Information about the office of human resources at Dutchess Community College, including forms, employment opportunities, and employee discounts.

Explore the many programs and certificate/licensure available at DCC. Don’t see what you’re looking for? Contact us and we’ll guide you through the options.

Whether you hope to go directly into your career after graduation or transfer to the four-year college of your choosing, Dutchess Community College offers multiple pathways to success.

The main campus is located at 53 Pendell Road in Poughkeepsie, NY. The college is easily accessible by Metro-North and Amtrak train service. The Poughkeepsie train station is less …

An overview page of Dutchess Community College, with its history, mission & vision, a look at our campus and information for visitors.

A maximum of 14 seats will be allotted for New York State residents who live outside Dutchess or Putnam Counties. Students from outside Dutchess or Putnam counties must comply with all …