Delgado Community College
About Delgado Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Delgado Community College has taught in New Orleans since 1921 and is the oldest and largest two-year college in Louisiana. Nursing and allied health are its largest programs, and it trains many of the city's healthcare workers.
Founded
1921
Location
New Orleans, Louisiana
Students
11,668
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
23.8%
Below national average
Tuition
$4,279
Per year
Avg Net Price
$9,747
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$33,305
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
23.8% complete their degree within three years
Retention
49.8%
Transfer Out
15%
Teaching Quality
18:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
44.3%
$/Student
$5.9K
Class Size
Medium
The 23.8% 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
$4,279
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,354
Total Cost of Attendance
$18,568
After Financial Aid
$9,747
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$8,734
Receive Grants
63.9%
Take Loans
45.1%
Tuition is $4,279/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $9,747.
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 Delgado Community College fund their education.
While in School
63.9%
Get Grants
Free money
45.1%
Take Loans
Must repay
$16,649
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$20,198
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$214/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $20,198 in debt, below the national median. That's a manageable amount for most career paths.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Delgado Community College.
Gender
70.7%
Female
29%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
11,668
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
52.2%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
53.9%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 71% of the student body. 52.2% 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: Large
Campus Quick Facts
11,668
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
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
Delgado Community College fields 2 varsity teams with 71 student athletes, about 1% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
2
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
71
1% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
79% / 21%
56
Men
15
Women
2
Men's Teams
1
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Delgado Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$33,305
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$76K
293 grads
1yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$26K
223 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$58K
76 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$28K
72 grads
1yr Earnings
Business/Commerce, General
$37K
69 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
$46K
44 grads
1yr Earnings
Median earnings are $33K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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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.