Delaware Technical Community College-Terry
About Delaware Technical Community College-Terry
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Delaware Tech's Terry campus teaches in Dover, in the middle of the state, and is part of the only community college system in Delaware. Nursing, teacher education and computing are its largest programs.
Founded
1972
Location
Dover, Delaware
Students
10,867
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
22.5%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,445
Out-of-state: $12,308
Avg Net Price
$11,578
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$41,448
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
22.5% complete their degree within three years
Retention
Not reported
Transfer Out
7.4%
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
31.8%
$/Student
$10.0K
Class Size
Medium
The 22.5% 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
$5,445
In-State
$12,308
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$2,000
Total Cost of Attendance
$17,232
After Financial Aid
$11,578
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$10,934
Receive Grants
38.3%
Take Loans
13.8%
Tuition is $5,445/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $11,578.
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 Technical Community College-Terry fund their education.
While in School
38.3%
Get Grants
Free money
13.8%
Take Loans
Must repay
$25,575
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$10,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$111/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $10,500, 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 Delaware Technical Community College-Terry.
Gender
67.7%
Female
32%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
10,867
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
49.9%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
31.5%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 68% of the student body. 49.9% 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
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
10,867
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Delaware Technical Community College-Terry fields 6 varsity teams with 118 student athletes, about 1% of the student body.
Division
Other
Association not listed by the survey
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
6
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
118
1% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
64% / 36%
75
Men
43
Women
4
Men's Teams
4
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Delaware Technical Community College-Terryearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$41,448
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$71K
315 grads
1yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$28K
191 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$25K
96 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer and Information Sciences, General
$27K
91 grads
1yr Earnings
Human Services, General
$31K
85 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$34K
66 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $35K six years out, growing to $41K 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.