Delaware County Community College
About Delaware County Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Delaware County Community College teaches in Media, in the suburbs southwest of Philadelphia, from several campuses. Business and nursing are its largest programs, and a fifth of its students go on to a four-year college.
Founded
1967
Location
Media, Pennsylvania
Students
6,861
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
24.1%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$6,930
Out-of-state: $15,540
Avg Net Price
$6,576
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$45,391
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
24.1% complete their degree within three years
Retention
59.5%
Transfer Out
22%
Teaching Quality
14:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
26.4%
$/Student
$8.7K
Class Size
Medium
The 24.1% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$6,930
In-State
$15,540
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$2,500
Total Cost of Attendance
$13,530
After Financial Aid
$6,576
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$5,591
Receive Grants
41.2%
Take Loans
57.9%
Tuition is $6,930/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $6,576.
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 Delaware County Community College fund their education.
While in School
41.2%
Get Grants
Free money
57.9%
Take Loans
Must repay
$27,336
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$13,250
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$140/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $13,250, 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 Delaware County Community College.
Gender
61%
Female
39%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
6,861
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
47.1%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
38%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 61% of the student body. 47.1% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
6,861
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Delaware County Community College fields 5 varsity teams with 78 student athletes, about 1% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division III
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
5
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
78
1% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
83% / 17%
65
Men
13
Women
4
Men's Teams
2
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Delaware County Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$45,391
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$29K
180 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$27K
141 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$72K
135 grads
1yr Earnings
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
$34K
116 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$26K
73 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer and Information Sciences, General
$51K
47 grads
4yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $38K six years out, growing to $45K 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.