C+
Above Average
Score: 60/100

Miami Dade College

4-Year Public
📍 Miami, Florida 33132
Outcomes
C+
58/100
Affordability
A
85/100
Resources
B
65/100
Experience
C
47/100
Prestige
C
42/100

Quick Stats

39,139
Total Enrollment
45%
Graduation Rate
N/A
Retention Rate
17.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$5,367
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Miami Dade College

8% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 3,014 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$514,716
Avg Monthly Rent
$3,468
1-Year Change
-4.3%
For parents & investors

The Miami Dade College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $514,716
  • Avg rent near campus: $3,468/mo

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🏆 Where Miami Dade College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥉
Small Business Administration/Management
of 26 schools
#4
Network and System Administration/Administrator
of 45 schools
#5
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
of 100 schools
#5
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services, Other
of 15 schools
#7
Fire Science/Fire-fighting
of 100 schools
#10
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
of 100 schools
#11
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
of 100 schools
#12
Operations Management and Supervision
of 48 schools
#20
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other
of 100 schools
#22
Criminal Justice/Police Science
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $1,987 $7,947

Financial Aid

90%
Receive Any Aid
65%
Receive Pell Grants
2%
Take Out Loans
$5,367
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$5,108
$30,001 - $48,000$6,372
$48,001 - $75,000$8,830
$75,001 - $110,000$9,796
$110,001+$9,102

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 6,449 grads/yr Operations Management and Supervision 6,149 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 2,586 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 883 grads/yr Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other 414 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 271 grads/yr Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance 260 grads/yr Fire Science/Fire-fighting 213 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 209 grads/yr Network and System Administration/Administrator 203 grads/yr Cinematography and Film/Video Production 181 grads/yr Information Technology 143 grads/yr Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services, Other 123 grads/yr Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping 109 grads/yr Small Business Administration/Management 106 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 98 grads/yr Computer Graphics 94 grads/yr Restaurant, Culinary, and Catering Management/Manager 85 grads/yr Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist 80 grads/yr Forensic Science and Technology 74 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Miami Dade College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Computer and information systems managers
$171k/yr 667,100 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs
Construction managers
$107k/yr 550,300 jobs
Facilities managers
$105k/yr 151,400 jobs
Business teachers, postsecondary
$97k/yr 103,100 jobs
Logisticians
$81k/yr 241,000 jobs
First-line supervisors of mechanics, installers, and repairers
$78k/yr 617,500 jobs

Student Demographics

39,139
Total Students
59%
Women
67%
Traditional Age (18-24)
8%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 4%
Hispanic 72%
Black 13%
Asian 1%
Two or More 1%
Non-Resident 8%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 8%
With Family 92%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~3,014 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 32%
Hybrid (Some Online) 34%
Fully Online 33%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 67%
25-64 (Adult) 25%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Miami Dade College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Miami Dade College?
Tuition at Miami Dade College is $1,987 for in-state students and $7,947 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $5,367.
What is the graduation rate at Miami Dade College?
The graduation rate at Miami Dade College is 45%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Miami Dade College a good school?
Miami Dade College has a Repit College Score of 60/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (A): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Miami Dade College?
Miami Dade College has a total enrollment of 39,139 students.
Is there rental demand near Miami Dade College?
Yes! Approximately 8% of students at Miami Dade College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 3,014 students who need rental housing near campus.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology