Delaware County Community College

901 S Media Line Rd
Media, PA 19063
Top Ranked (2025): 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 12,334 students (19% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the state community college average of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 48%.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Enrollment: 12,334 students
  • In-state tuition: $8,110
  • Out-state tuition: $11,680
  • Student:teacher ratio: 18:1
  • Minority enrollment: 51%
  • 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
Community Size

School Overview

The teacher population of 673 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Delaware County Community College
(PA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-High Traditional
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
673 staff
59 staff
School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of Delaware County Community College has grown by 15% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 has increased from 15:1 over five years.
The Delaware County Community College diversity score of 0.67 is less than the state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has grown by 6% over five years.
Total Enrollment
12,334 students
461 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
# Full-Time Students
2,374 students
325 students
# Part-Time Students
9,960 students
136 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
123 students
298 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,374 students
326 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
9,960 students
151 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
12 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
330 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
6%
5%
% Hispanic
8%
11%
% Black
27%
15%
% White
49%
52%
% Hawaiian
n/a
3%
% Two or more races
5%
3%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
4%
10%
Diversity Score
0.67
0.68
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
20%
60%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
36%
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 $11,723. 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 $15,818. The out-state tuition has declined by 14% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$8,110
$11,723
Out-State Tuition Fees
$11,680
$15,818
Tuition Notes
$645-$675 per 3 Credits; $2,572-$2,692 per 12 Credits
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
54%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,250
$13,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,500
$6,260
Acceptance Rate
n/a
78%
SAT Reading
n/a
460
SAT Math
n/a
470
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: 2024 (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: Diversity in US community colleges and Largest student body.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Enrollment: 12,334 students
  • In-state tuition: $8,110
  • Out-state tuition: $11,680
  • Student:teacher ratio: 18:1
  • Minority enrollment: 51%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Delaware County, PA community colleges have a diversity score of 0.47, which is lower than the national average of 0.74. The most diverse community college in Delaware County, PA is Delaware County Community College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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