C
Average
Score: 49/100
Overall (traditional)
C
Outcome Rating
53/100 · earnings-weighted

Delgado Community College

2-Year Public
📍 New Orleans, Louisiana 70119
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (D) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 22%
Outcomes
D
38/100
Affordability
B
72/100
Resources
C+
63/100
Experience
D
40/100
Prestige
D
32/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

12,130
Total Enrollment
22%
Graduation Rate
49%
Retention Rate
18.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$11,926
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Delgado Community College ▼

61% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$296,140
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,570
1-Year Change
+1.3%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Delgado Community College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$33,305
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$27,129
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$20,198
Median debt at graduation
23.8%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
63.9%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 61% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 67th percentile among similar colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (LA wage index 0.75). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Delgado Community College

Median pay of associate's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$75,597$82,163+2%#386 of 962#145$24,757
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions$57,847$62,005-5%#351 of 560#162$20,250
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services$45,773$55,682+32%#56 of 476#15$13,816
Data Processing$28,515$45,367-13%#19 of 21#15$19,000
Business/Commerce$37,206$44,673-11%#149 of 205#97$17,000
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities$26,311$42,920-3%#478 of 947#152$19,867
Accounting and Related Services$29,506$42,677-10%#190 of 225#115$22,806
Business Administration, Management and Operations$27,509$40,697-16%#432 of 547#321$28,800
Health and Medical Administrative Services$33,664$39,354+6%#158 of 286#81—
Criminal Justice and Corrections$29,276$35,739-23%#415 of 426#324$24,719
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services$21,709$34,540+1%#55 of 93#23$31,707
Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians$31,941$33,103-20%#120 of 124#105$12,546
Design and Applied Arts$30,248$30,671-20%#81 of 90#64$24,782

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Delgado Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $296,140
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,570/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 70117 (6.6% cap, New Orleans)

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🏆 Where Delgado Community College Ranks

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

#9
Cloud Computing
of 13 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $3,335 $3,335

Financial Aid

98%
Receive Any Aid
72%
Receive Pell Grants
35%
Take Out Loans
$11,926
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$11,025
$30,001 - $48,000$10,382
$48,001 - $75,000$14,249
$75,001 - $110,000$16,888
$110,001+$17,548

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

General Studies 790 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 287 grads/yr Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping 186 grads/yr Real Estate 172 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 80 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 76 grads/yr Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 75 grads/yr Hospitality Administration/Management, General 70 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 61 grads/yr Cloud Computing 61 grads/yr Electrician 57 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 49 grads/yr Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer 48 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 47 grads/yr Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide 44 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 44 grads/yr Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management 44 grads/yr Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General 43 grads/yr Information Technology 40 grads/yr Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General 38 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Delgado Community College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Brokerage clerks
$63k/yr 40,800 jobs
Payroll and timekeeping clerks
$55k/yr 161,100 jobs
Statistical assistants
$51k/yr 6,500 jobs
Tax preparers
$51k/yr 90,600 jobs
Bookkeeping, accounting, and auditing clerks
$49k/yr 1,613,400 jobs

Student Demographics

12,130
Total Students
70%
Women
43%
Traditional Age (18-24)
61%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 26%
Hispanic 13%
Black 52%
Asian 3%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 61%
With Family 39%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~7,448 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 33%
Hybrid (Some Online) 24%
Fully Online 43%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 43%
25-64 (Adult) 53%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Delgado Community 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 Delgado Community College?
Tuition at Delgado Community College is $3,335 for in-state students and $3,335 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $11,926.
What is the graduation rate at Delgado Community College?
The graduation rate at Delgado Community College is 22%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Delgado Community College a good school?
Delgado Community College has a Repit College Score of 49/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Delgado Community College?
Delgado Community College has a total enrollment of 12,130 students.
Is there rental demand near Delgado Community College?
Yes! Approximately 61% of students at Delgado Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 7,448 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the New Orleans area.

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