Delaware County Community College

901 S Media Line Rd
Media, PA 19063
Top-Ranked (2026): View Rankings
  • The mission of Delaware County Community College is to offer educational programs and services that are accessible, comprehensive, community centered and flexible in order to enhance the development of the communities and residents of its service area.

School Highlights

Delaware County Community College serves 7,402 students (26% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the state community college average of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 50%.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 7,402 students
  • In-state tuition: $8,110
  • Out-state tuition: $11,680
  • Student-teacher ratio: 27:1
  • Minority enrollment: 54%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Delaware County Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:

Category
Attribute
Affordability
Community Size

School Overview

The teacher population of 271 teachers has declined by 59% over five years.
Delaware County Community College
(PA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
0
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
4
Institution Control
Public
0
Total Faculty
271 staff
28 staff
Number of Programs Offered
-2
14

Student Body

The student population of Delaware County Community College has declined by 25% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 has increased from 16:1 over five years.
The Delaware County Community College diversity score of 0.69 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 16% over five years.
Total Enrollment
7,402 students
380 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
22:1
# Full-Time Students
1,921 students
292 students
# Part-Time Students
5,481 students
88 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
501 students
370 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,921 students
290 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
14 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
5,481 students
90 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
340 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
6%
4%
% Hispanic
8%
12%
% Black
29%
15%
% White
46%
50%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
5%
4%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
4%
14%
Diversity Score
0.69
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
20%
61%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$38,800
$34,900

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $8,110 is less than the state average of $11,141. The in-state tuition has declined by 18% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $11,680 is less than the state average of $16,403. The out-state tuition has declined by 14% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$8,110
$11,141
Out-State Tuition Fees
$11,680
$16,403
Tuition Notes
$645-$675 per 3 Credits; $2,572-$2,692 per 12 Credits
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
75%
89%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,250
$13,310
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,500
$6,297
Acceptance Rate
n/a
81%
SAT Reading
n/a
470
SAT Math
n/a
489
SAT Writing
n/a
435
ACT Composite
n/a
20
ACT English
n/a
20
ACT Math
n/a
21
ACT Writing
n/a
7
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

  • Delaware County Community College, founded in 1967, is an accredited, associate-degree-granting institution of higher education serving Delaware and Chester counties with two campuses, three centers and several locations throughout each county. DCCC offers 46 associate degrees for transfer or career preprations, plus 36 short term certificate programs in a variety of occupational fields. Low tuition, high quality of education and award-winning faculty provides opportunity with a tradition of academic excellence. The college offers transfer programs in Behavioral Science, Business Administration, Communication Arts, Computer Information Systems, Education, Engineering, Liberal Arts, Natural Science and Science for Health Professions. Delaware County Community College is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Higher Education.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Delaware County Community College cost?
Delaware County Community College's tuition is approximately $8,110 for In-State students and $11,680 for Out-State students.
What schools are Delaware County Community College often compared to?
Delaware County Community Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Community College of Philadelphia by visitors of our site.
What is Delaware County Community College's ranking?
Delaware County Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Pennsylvania for: Least expensive tuition, Diversity in US community colleges and Largest student body.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 7,402 students
  • In-state tuition: $8,110
  • Out-state tuition: $11,680
  • Student-teacher ratio: 27:1
  • Minority enrollment: 54%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Did You Know?

Delaware County, PA community colleges have a diversity score of 0.57, which is higher than the national average of 0.00. The most diverse community college in Delaware County, PA is Valley Forge Military College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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