Delaware College of Art and Design
Tel:
(302)622-8000
- Delaware College of Art and Design's mission is to educate talented and dedicated students to become art makers, idea generators, problem solvers, and visual communicators who can redefine the way we perceive and experience the world around us. It also serves as a visible stakeholder, cultural anchor, and catalyst for the revitalization of downtown Wilmington. The Delaware College of Art and Design is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) and the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD).
School Highlights
- Delaware College of Art and Design serves 185 students (90% of students are full-time).
- The college's student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the state community college average of 21:1.
- Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 35%.
- Delaware College of Art and Design is one of 2 community colleges within New Castle County, DE.
- The nearest community college is Salem Community College (5.00 miles away).
School Overview
- The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five years.
| Delaware College of Art and Design | (DE) Community College Avg. | |
| Institution Level | At least 2 but less than 4 years | At least 2 but less than 4 years |
| Institution Control | Private, non-profit | Public |
| Total Faculty | 13 staff | 151 staff |
| Total Enrollment | 185 students | 2,939 students |
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| Student : Teacher Ratio | 14:1 | 21:1 |
| # Full-Time Students | 166 students | 1,285 students |
| # Part-Time Students | 19 students | 1,654 students |
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| Total Dormitory Capacity | 212 | 212 |
| % Asian | 2% | 4% |
| % Hispanic | 6% | 7% |
| % Black | 22% | 17% |
| % White | 56% | 65% |
| % Two or more races | 6% | 1% |
| % Non Resident races | - | 3% |
| % Unknown races | 8% | 3% |
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| Diversity Score | 0.62 | 0.54 |
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| College Completion Rate | 62% | 15% |
| Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years) | $36,900 | $33,400 |
Source: 2016 (or latest year available) IPEDS
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- College Location Mi. Students
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