Delta College — tuition $6,420 in-state, $6,720 out-of-state
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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
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
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 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.
The campus ZIP (48710) has no residential market, so these figures average 2 nearby ZIP codes within 6 miles of campus (48706, 48604).
What happens to students who enroll at Delta College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
$37,781
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$31,651
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$10,978
Median debt at graduation
26.8%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
37.7%
Students receiving Pell grants
Typical debt at graduation equals about 29% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 45th percentile among associate-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (MI wage index 0.90). 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 Delta 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.
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.
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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.
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~2,798 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person32%
Hybrid (Some Online)31%
Fully Online36%
📊 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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