Dougherty Family College

Dougherty Family College Dougherty Family College offers a two-year associate of arts degree in the liberal arts from the University of St. Thomas.

The Dougherty Family College opened in the fall of 2017 on the downtown Minneapolis campus. Offering an associate degree in liberal arts, the college's curriculum will be rigorous and provide graduates with a seamless transition to public or private institutions should they decide to pursue a bachelor's degree. Students will receive mentoring from St. Thomas faculty, participate in paid internship

s and enjoy the benefits of being part of the state's largest private university. The college is named for Mike Dougherty and his family, who "want to give motivated, hard-working students the opportunity to succeed in college so they can use their talents and support themselves in the future."

05/27/2026
Need some college advice? Take it from those who have been there. Congrats to our graduating seniors!
05/20/2026

Need some college advice? Take it from those who have been there. Congrats to our graduating seniors!

In partnership with Wallin Education Partners, we’re expanding the ways support can look for students. And we’re not alo...
05/15/2026

In partnership with Wallin Education Partners, we’re expanding the ways support can look for students. And we’re not alone.

We are one of 12 community organizations identifying students with talent and drive to provide support to our students to go further as Wallin Scholars.

This moment comes at the transition from high school to college, providing scholarships, advising, and career navigation to carry that momentum forward.

All of our organizations have different strengths. And we all share the same responsibility within an ecosystem that helps our young people thrive.

DFC Block Party 2026 💜 We love celebrating our scholars!
05/14/2026

DFC Block Party 2026 💜 We love celebrating our scholars!

No single organization can carry a student from high school to career alone. That’s why we are partnering with Wallin Ed...
04/28/2026

No single organization can carry a student from high school to career alone. That’s why we are partnering with Wallin Education Partners to extend that support through scholarships, advising, and career development.

Together, we create a continuum of care that bridges from our organization to theirs. This is how we move from access to persistence to outcomes.

If you’re working to support students, there’s a role for all of us to play in building something more connected.

09/30/2025
09/19/2025

The career fair was such a great place to explore career paths and meet employers! Events like this are a wonderful opportunity to discover future possibilities.

09/18/2025

Thanks for the fun, HOLA!

09/18/2025

Leadership makes a difference. We’re proud to celebrate President Rob Vischer, who has been named Twin Cities Business magazine’s 2025 Person of the Year. His vision reflects the mission of the University of St. Thomas: helping students find their purpose, preparing principled leaders, and shaping a brighter future for all.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4niTOBF

Erica Embury and Amaris Holguin represented Dougherty Family College at the Minnesota State Fair this past weekend! Eri...
08/26/2025

Erica Embury and Amaris Holguin represented Dougherty Family College at the Minnesota State Fair this past weekend! Erica gave an excellent interview with Sheletta Brundidge on her radio show at WCCO | CBS News Minnesota.

08/04/2025

We’ll see you soon, DFC 💜

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1000 LaSalle Avenue
Minneapolis, MN
55403

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+16519625000

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