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  Education

 

Education in and around Washington County

Educational Status in Washington
Percent of High School Graduates or Higher 82.7%
Percent Bachelors Degree or Higher 15.4%

 
Otte Middle School

Blair Community Schools  www.blairschools.org

Blair has a history of supporting the school system, and it shows in its commitment to excellence. In 1989, Blair was one of 218 schools nation-wide to receive the National Award of Excellence, awarded by the U.S. Department of Education. The Blair Schools are recognized by the Nebraska Department of Education as "Outstanding" and carry a "AA" accreditation rating. Schools Metropolitan Community College is just 25 minutes from Blair. the school's primary responsibility is to help students qualify for the employment needs of

area business and industry. Metro. Community College also offers an Industrial Training Center designed to extend educational opportunities to business and industry, as well as to it's students.
 

Dana College www.dana.edu

Dana College is a four-year liberal art college affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America. founded in 1884 by Danish immigrants, the campus of approximately 650 students is situated on almost 150 acres in the hills overlooking Blair. Although primarily a liberal arts college, Dana's curriculum is solidly grounded in the realities of career and professional preparation. The bachelor of arts and the bachelor of science degree are offered in 37 different fields. In addition to offering diversity in academics, DanaCollege offers an environment which is equally diverse, with students who graduate with technical degrees from Dana remain in the Blair-Omaha area after graduation. Dana is involved in several very successful programs of cooperation between the college and area businesses.
During the January Interim period, students are placed as interns in area businesses. The College also offers a Week-end College program for non-traditional students that allows adult learners the opportunity to earn a baccalaureate degree by attending classes on alternating weekends.

Dana College

Other Educational Institutions
These colleges and universities are within a 30 minute drive of Blair

   

 

  
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