Dallas College
About Dallas College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Dallas College brought the seven colleges of the old Dallas County district under one name and teaches across the whole city. It is a Hispanic-Serving Institution, and nursing, teacher education and business are its largest programs.
Founded
1966
Location
Dallas, Texas
Students
43,869
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
32.3%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$2,730
Out-of-state: $6,900
Avg Net Price
$3,214
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$41,714
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
32.3% complete their degree within three years
Retention
62%
Transfer Out
13.8%
Teaching Quality
23:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
34.3%
$/Student
$5.2K
Class Size
Large
The 32.3% graduation rate is below average, but 62% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$2,730
In-State
$6,900
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$550
Total Cost of Attendance
$9,704
After Financial Aid
$3,214
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$2,120
Receive Grants
23.6%
Take Loans
5.6%
Tuition is $2,730/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $3,214.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Dallas College fund their education.
While in School
23.6%
Get Grants
Free money
5.6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$20,053
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$9,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$101/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $9,500, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Dallas College.
Gender
59.9%
Female
40%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
43,869
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
56.1%
First-Gen
26 yrs
Avg Age
22.3%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 26, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 56.1% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 6.2% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
43,869
Students
community
Institution
Large
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Dallas College fields 4 varsity teams with 698 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division III
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
4
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
698
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
61% / 39%
429
Men
269
Women
3
Men's Teams
3
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Dallas Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$41,714
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$33K
5276 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$71K
336 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$25K
270 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$42K
243 grads
1yr Earnings
Business/Commerce, General
$34K
189 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$37K
153 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $35K six years out, growing to $42K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.