C
Average
Score: 50/100

Delta College

2-Year Public
📍 University Center, Michigan 48710
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: 17%
Outcomes
D
39/100
Affordability
B+
78/100
Resources
B
66/100
Experience
D
37/100
Prestige
F
28/100

Quick Stats

7,646
Total Enrollment
17%
Graduation Rate
60%
Retention Rate
15.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$5,977
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Delta College

37% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 2,798 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$0
For parents & investors

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $6,420 $6,720

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
46%
Receive Pell Grants
12%
Take Out Loans
$5,977
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$2,466
$30,001 - $48,000$3,982
$48,001 - $75,000$6,576
$75,001 - $110,000$8,596
$110,001+$10,931

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 256 grads/yr General Studies 176 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 112 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 97 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 90 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 54 grads/yr Child Care Provider/Assistant 28 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 27 grads/yr Corrections 25 grads/yr Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder 24 grads/yr Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance 23 grads/yr Electrician 19 grads/yr Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary 17 grads/yr Dental Assisting/Assistant 16 grads/yr Computer Programming/Programmer, General 16 grads/yr Surgical Technology/Technologist 15 grads/yr Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 15 grads/yr Dental Hygiene/Hygienist 15 grads/yr Small Business Administration/Management 15 grads/yr Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General 15 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Delta 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
Welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers
$51k/yr 457,300 jobs
Welding, soldering, and brazing machine setters, operators, and tenders
$47k/yr 38,900 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs

Student Demographics

7,646
Total Students
63%
Women
47%
Traditional Age (18-24)
37%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 73%
Hispanic 9%
Black 10%
Asian 1%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 37%
With Family 63%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~2,798 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 32%
Hybrid (Some Online) 31%
Fully Online 36%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 47%
25-64 (Adult) 35%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Delta 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 Delta College?
Tuition at Delta College is $6,420 for in-state students and $6,720 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $5,977.
What is the graduation rate at Delta College?
The graduation rate at Delta College is 17%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Delta College a good school?
Delta College has a Repit College Score of 50/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Delta College?
Delta College has a total enrollment of 7,646 students.
Is there rental demand near Delta College?
Yes! Approximately 37% of students at Delta College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 2,798 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the University Center area.

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