C
Average
Score: 51/100

Douglas Education Center

2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Monessen, Pennsylvania 15062
🌐 www.dec.edu/
ℹ️
Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 82%
Outcomes
B+
79/100
Affordability
D
40/100
Resources
C+
60/100
Experience
F
31/100
Prestige
D
33/100

Quick Stats

200
Total Enrollment
82%
Graduation Rate
87%
Retention Rate
13.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Douglas Education Center Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $86,960
  • Avg rent near campus: $990/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 15033 (17.3% cap, Donora)

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🏆 Where Douglas Education Center Ranks

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

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Make-Up Artist/Specialist
of 3 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $18,800 $18,800

Financial Aid

93%
Receive Any Aid
49%
Receive Pell Grants
47%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

200
Total Students
77%
Women
77%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 80%
Hispanic 8%
Black 6%
Two or More 5%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 37%
Hybrid (Some Online) 64%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 77%
25-64 (Adult) 23%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Douglas Education Center?
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 Douglas Education Center?
Tuition at Douglas Education Center is $18,800 for in-state students and $18,800 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Douglas Education Center?
The graduation rate at Douglas Education Center is 82%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is Douglas Education Center a good school?
Douglas Education Center has a Repit College Score of 51/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (F): 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 Douglas Education Center?
Douglas Education Center has a total enrollment of 200 students. Most students (77%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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