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Public, 2-Year
Media, PA

Delaware County Community College

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in PA. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$6,660

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

N/A

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

20.3%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$45,391

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Delaware County Community College is a distinguished Public, 2-Year institution located in Media, PA. With a competitive tuition profile of $6,660, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 20.3% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 2-Year Cost

$13,320

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

0.9 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$15,391

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$140,590

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$294,500

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 20%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Delaware County Community College is $13,250.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
62.2%
37.8%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
42.7%
Black
32.4%
Hispanic
8.8%
Asian
5.5%
Two or more
5.2%
Unknown
3.8%
International
1.3%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.3%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$6,660

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$6,143
$30k - $48k$7,023
$48k - $75k$9,815
$75k+$11,337

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$13,250
Pell Grant Recipients39.8%
Using Federal Loans49.5%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment40.8%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Federal Grant$1,805
Avg. Pell Grant$2,757
Avg. State/Local Grant$1,299
Avg. Institutional Grant$703
Students Receiving Grants96.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

60.8%

Success

20.3%

In-State Cost

$6,660

Age 25+ Students

38.0%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie 4

Working at 6yr

3,824 students

Local City Insights

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