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Average
Score: 48/100

Delaware County Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Media, Pennsylvania 19063
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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: 20%
Outcomes
D
40/100
Affordability
C+
62/100
Resources
B
68/100
Experience
D
41/100
Prestige
F
28/100

Quick Stats

7,638
Total Enrollment
20%
Graduation Rate
61%
Retention Rate
14.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$7,514
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Delaware County Community College

17% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 1,268 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$646,217
Avg Monthly Rent
$2,739
1-Year Change
+4.4%
For parents & investors

The Delaware County Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $646,217
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,739/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 19015 (5.3% cap, Brookhaven)

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🏆 Where Delaware County Community College Ranks

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

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Perioperative/Operating Room and Surgical Nurse/Nursing
of 2 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $8,100 $12,150

Financial Aid

73%
Receive Any Aid
44%
Receive Pell Grants
67%
Take Out Loans
$7,514
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$6,143
$30,001 - $48,000$7,023
$48,001 - $75,000$9,815
$75,001 - $110,000$11,337
$110,001+$12,596

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Business Administration and Management, General 114 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 94 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 76 grads/yr Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 76 grads/yr General Studies 75 grads/yr Psychology, General 59 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 53 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 45 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 40 grads/yr Electrician 39 grads/yr Perioperative/Operating Room and Surgical Nurse/Nursing 33 grads/yr Fine/Studio Arts, General 32 grads/yr Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder 26 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 24 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 23 grads/yr Teacher Education, Multiple Levels 21 grads/yr Legal Assistant/Paralegal 19 grads/yr Sociology, General 18 grads/yr Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 18 grads/yr Medical/Clinical Assistant 17 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

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

Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs

Student Demographics

7,638
Total Students
61%
Women
55%
Traditional Age (18-24)
17%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 44%
Hispanic 9%
Black 31%
Asian 6%
Two or More 5%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 17%
With Family 83%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,268 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 43%
Hybrid (Some Online) 30%
Fully Online 27%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 55%
25-64 (Adult) 38%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Delaware County 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 Delaware County Community College?
Tuition at Delaware County Community College is $8,100 for in-state students and $12,150 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $7,514.
What is the graduation rate at Delaware County Community College?
The graduation rate at Delaware County Community College is 20%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Delaware County Community College a good school?
Delaware County Community College has a Repit College Score of 48/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C+): 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 Delaware County Community College?
Delaware County Community College has a total enrollment of 7,638 students.
Is there rental demand near Delaware County Community College?
Yes! Approximately 17% of students at Delaware County Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,268 students who need rental housing near campus.

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