Dixie State College of Utah

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Dixie State College of Utah (also Dixie College or the Dixie State; opened on September 19, 1911 under the name "St. George Stake Academy") is a college located in St. George, Utah. In 1916 the academy became "Dixie Normal College", then in 1923 the name was changed to "Dixie Junior College". In 1970 the school became "Dixie College", then in 2000 it become "Dixie State College of Utah" when the Utah State Legislature granted the college baccalaureate degree status. When the school first opened its doors, there were only 42 students. In 2000 enrollment had reached approximately 7,000 students.

The College has had a successful athletic program as a member of the NJCAA. The college made the jump to NCAA Division II on July 1, 2006 as a provisional member for four years. After the transition period, it will be able to compete for national champions and become a full member in the NCAA. The team name is the Rebels. The school is given provisional membership into the Pacific West Conference.

The primary campus of Dixie State College of Utah is located in St. George, Utah, with the Hurricane Education Center campus extension located in Hurricane, Utah.

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Colleges and universities of Utah
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