- The purpose of El Centro College is to provide Freshman and sophomore courses in arts and sciences, Workforce education programs leading to associate degrees or certificates, Continuing adult education programs for occupational or cultural enrichment, Workforce development programs designed to meet local and statewide needs, Education programs, Ongoing counseling and guidance, Adult literacy and other basic skills programs and other purposes as may be prescribed by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board or local governing boards in the best interest of postsecondary education in Texas.
School Highlights
Dallas College serves 74,781 students (25% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 70%.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Enrollment: 74,781 students
- In-state tuition: $3,015
- Out-state tuition: $4,695
- Minority enrollment: 81%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Dallas College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
School Overview
The teacher population of 564 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Dallas College
(TX) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
564 staff
262 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Dallas College has grown by 477% over five years.
The Dallas College diversity score of 0.73 is more than the state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has grown by 11% over five years.
Total Enrollment
74,781 students
4,669 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
133:1
17:1
# Full-Time Students
18,769 students
1,310 students
# Part-Time Students
56,012 students
3,359 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
524 students
344 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
18,769 students
1,289 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
16 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
3,151 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
15 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
252 students
% Asian
12%
5%
% Hispanic
42%
46%
% Black
20%
12%
% White
19%
30%
% Two or more races
1%
2%
% Non Resident races
n/a
2%
% Unknown races
5%
3%
Diversity Score
0.73
0.68
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
1%
26%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
2.44%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$31,900
$34,600
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,015 is less than the state average of $3,924. The in-state tuition has declined by 9% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $4,695 is less than the state average of $6,229. The out-state tuition has declined by 10% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,015
$3,924
Out-State Tuition Fees
$4,695
$6,229
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
77%
83%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,750
$10,765
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
78%
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- El Centro, a college of the Dallas County Community College District, is centrally located in downtown Dallas and has played a vital role in the area's educational advancement since 1966. El Centro's central location allows students from all parts of Dallas County to take advantage of preprofessional courses transferable to four-year institutions, as well as career training in over 50 exciting fields. The campus has gained international attention for making use of a nine-story, turn-of-the-century department store, renovated to accommodate classrooms, laboratories, computer technology, student center, learning center, performance hall and administrative offices, as well as labs, arts facilities and library. Our new student and technology center, on the south side of the campus, adds a spacious student center, technology classrooms and a new main entrance to the college's downtown setting. The college offers Degrees/Certificates in Arts & Science, Business & Public Service, Communications & Math, Health & Legal Studies, Information Technology Programs & Systems Support and Urban Education. El Centro College is accredited by the Commission of Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award the associate degree.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Dallas College cost?
Dallas College's tuition is approximately $3,015 for In-State students and $4,695 for Out-State students.
What is Dallas College's ranking?
Dallas College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Texas for: Diversity in US community colleges and Largest student body.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Dallas College is Wade College (1.7 miles away)
School
Location
Miles
Students
Wade College
Private for-profit
1950 N. Stemmons Freeway, Suite 4080 Dallas INFOMART
Dallas, TX 75207
(214) 637-3530
Dallas, TX 75207
(214) 637-3530
1.7 miles
| 180 students
KD Conservatory College of Film and Dramatic Arts
Private for-profit
2600 Stemmons Fwy Ste 117
Dallas, TX 75207
(214) 638-0484
Dallas, TX 75207
(214) 638-0484
2.9 miles
| 71 students
8080 Park Lane, Suite 100
Dallas, TX 75231
(214) 692-8080
Dallas, TX 75231
(214) 692-8080
6.6 miles
| 493 students
Mountain View College
Public
4849 West Illinois Ave.
Dallas, TX 75211
(214) 860-8680
Dallas, TX 75211
(214) 860-8680
6.9 miles
| 12,210 students
3909 S Buckner Blvd
Dallas, TX 75227
(214) 388-5466
Dallas, TX 75227
(214) 388-5466
7.1 miles
| 540 students
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