Miami Dade College
About Miami Dade College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Miami Dade College is one of the largest colleges in the country and a Hispanic-Serving Institution that has been a first stop for Miami's immigrant families since 1959. Nursing and allied health are its biggest programs, and its general studies track feeds the state universities.
Founded
1959
Location
Miami, Florida
Students
46,182
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
45.9%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$2,838
Out-of-state: $9,661
Avg Net Price
$5,463
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$40,654
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
$30
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
45.9% complete their degree within three years
Retention
64%
Transfer Out
13.9%
Teaching Quality
17:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
19%
$/Student
$5.0K
Class Size
Medium
45.9% of students graduate on time. That's above the national average, but researching academic support resources before you enroll is always a smart move.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$2,838
In-State
$9,661
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,500
Total Cost of Attendance
$13,567
After Financial Aid
$5,463
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$4,822
Receive Grants
49.7%
Take Loans
3.3%
Tuition is $2,838/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $5,463.
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 Miami Dade College fund their education.
While in School
49.7%
Get Grants
Free money
3.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$18,391
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$9,252
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$98/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $9,252, 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 Miami Dade College.
Gender
57.4%
Female
43%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
46,182
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
48.6%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
25.2%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 57% of the student body. 48.6% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 8.3% 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
46,182
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
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Miami Dade College fields 5 varsity teams with 159 student athletes.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
5
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
159
76 men, 83 women
Athletes by Gender
48% / 52%
76
Men
83
Women
3
Men's Teams
4
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Miami Dade Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$40,654
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$26K
6858 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$65K
664 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$65K
138 grads
1yr Earnings
Health and Medical Administrative Services
$103K
62 grads
4yr Earnings
Design and Applied Arts
$30K
55 grads
1yr Earnings
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions
$60K
55 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $33K 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.