- Metropolitan Community College is a comprehensive, full-service public community college supported by the taxpayers of Dodge, Douglas, Sarpy and Washington counties. MCC provides high quality educational programs and services, primarily in career preparation and general education, to people of all ages and educational backgrounds.
School Highlights
Metropolitan Community College Area serves 22,686 students (26% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the state community college average of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 37%.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Enrollment: 22,686 students
- In-state tuition: $2,610
- Out-state tuition: $3,803
- Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
- Minority enrollment: 50%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Metropolitan Community College Area ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Debt For Students
School Overview
The teacher population of 1,150 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Metropolitan Community College Area
(NE) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-High Nontraditional
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
1,150 staff
233 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Metropolitan Community College Area has grown by 58% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 has increased from 12:1 over five years.
The Metropolitan Community College Area diversity score of 0.68 is more than the state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
22,686 students
1,449 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
# Full-Time Students
5,814 students
127 students
# Part-Time Students
16,872 students
1,322 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
226 students
26 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
5,814 students
114 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
14 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
16,872 students
1,322 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
357 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
1%
% Asian
3%
3%
% Hispanic
18%
16%
% Black
10%
6%
% White
50%
63%
% Hawaiian
n/a
2%
% Two or more races
5%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
14%
5%
Diversity Score
0.68
0.57
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
25%
45%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$31,000
$35,400
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $2,610 is less than the state average of $4,615. The in-state tuition has declined by 18% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $3,803 is less than the state average of $5,803. The out-state tuition has declined by 18% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,610
$4,615
Out-State Tuition Fees
$3,803
$5,803
Tuition Notes
$70.00 per credit hour for Nebraska Residents
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
66%
81%
Median Debt for Graduates
$7,891
$11,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,668
$5,161
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Metropolitan Community College Area cost?
Metropolitan Community College Area's tuition is approximately $2,610 for In-State students and $3,803 for Out-State students.
What schools are Metropolitan Community College Area often compared to?
Metropolitan Community College Areais often viewed alongside schools like Southeast Community College Area by visitors of our site.
What is Metropolitan Community College Area's ranking?
Metropolitan Community College Area ranks among the top 20% of community college in Nebraska for: Diversity in US community colleges, Largest student body and Least debt for graduating students.
In what neighborhood is Metropolitan Community College Area located?
Metropolitan Community College Area is located in the East Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE.
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