Delta College
About Delta College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Delta College teaches in the Tri-Cities of central Michigan, between Saginaw, Bay City and Midland. Nursing and business are its largest programs, and better than a fifth of its students move on to a four-year college.
Founded
1961
Location
University Center, Michigan
Students
6,573
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
26.8%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,820
Out-of-state: $7,880
Avg Net Price
$4,547
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$37,781
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
26.8% complete their degree within three years
Retention
62.4%
Transfer Out
22%
Teaching Quality
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$10.0K
Class Size
Medium
The 26.8% graduation rate is below average, but 62.4% 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
$4,820
In-State
$7,880
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,650
Total Cost of Attendance
$13,541
After Financial Aid
$4,547
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$2,819
Receive Grants
37.7%
Take Loans
11.2%
Tuition is $4,820/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $4,547.
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 Delta College fund their education.
While in School
37.7%
Get Grants
Free money
11.2%
Take Loans
Must repay
$22,628
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$10,978
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$116/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $10,978, 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 Delta College.
Gender
63.9%
Female
36%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
6,573
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
41.5%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
35.3%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 64% of the student body. 41.5% 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
Rural: Fringe
Campus Quick Facts
6,573
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
Delta College fields 6 varsity teams with 147 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division III
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
6
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
147
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
49% / 51%
72
Men
75
Women
3
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 Delta Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$37,781
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$29K
414 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$68K
113 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$34K
60 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$53K
52 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$45K
25 grads
1yr Earnings
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
$37K
25 grads
1yr Earnings
Median earnings are $38K 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.