- Delta College is a public community college in University Center, Michigan.
School Highlights
Delta College serves 9,721 students (24% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the state community college average of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 40%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 9,721 students
- In-state tuition: $4,847
- Out-state tuition: $8,963
- Student:teacher ratio: 16:1
- Minority enrollment: 27%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Delta College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 597 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Delta College
(MI) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
597 staff
224 staff
Student Body
The student population of Delta College has grown by 24% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 has increased from 12:1 over five years.
The Delta College diversity score of 0.45 is less than the state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has grown by 14% over five years.
Total Enrollment
9,721 students
3,006 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
19:1
# Full-Time Students
2,370 students
904 students
# Part-Time Students
7,351 students
2,102 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
972 students
219 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,370 students
965 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
4 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
7,351 students
2,448 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
4 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
188 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
1%
4%
% Hispanic
8%
7%
% Black
10%
16%
% White
73%
60%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
4%
4%
% Non Resident races
1%
2%
% Unknown races
3%
6%
Diversity Score
0.45
0.60
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
15%
28%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
20%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$32,100
$30,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,847 is less than the state average of $5,506. The in-state tuition has declined by 27% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,963 is more than the state average of $7,381. The out-state tuition has declined by 24% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,847
$5,506
Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,963
$7,381
Tuition Notes
Less than half the cost of a public university
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
93%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,000
$11,704
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,296
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Katy Wernecke, President's List (4.0), Welding Engineering Technology -
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Delta College cost?
Delta College's tuition is approximately $4,847 for In-State students and $8,963 for Out-State students.
Who are famous alumni from Delta College?
Delta College famous alumni include: Katy Wernecke, President's List (4.0), Welding Engineering Technology.
What is Delta College's ranking?
Delta College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Michigan for: Largest student body.
School Calendar
View the Delta College yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Spring 2025: Last Day of Semester
August 14, 2025 (Thursday)
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